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Caterpillar 740 GC Off-Highway Truck

Category: Off-Highway Trucks ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 740 GC ➔

The Caterpillar 740 GC is a reliable off-highway truck designed for efficient material hauling in construction, mining, and quarry applications. Featuring a robust Cat C13 engine, the 740 GC delivers strong performance with improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. Its advanced drivetrain and suspension system provide enhanced stability and operator comfort on rough terrain. The truck offers a payload capacity of approximately 40 tons, optimizing productivity in medium-duty hauling tasks. Equipped with Cat Connect technology, the 740 GC enables real-time monitoring and maintenance planning to minimize downtime. This model balances durability, performance, and cost-effectiveness for diverse off-highway hauling needs.

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General Specifications

Articulated/Rigid	Articulated Starting 2024 Model Year
Drive Configuration	6WD Starting 2024 Model Year
Engine Type	Cat C15 Starting 2024 Model Year
Mfg. Model	740 GC Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	71,377 (32,376) Starting 2024 Model Year
Planetary Powershift Transmission	Powershift w/ lockup torque converter Starting 2024 Model Year
Rated Payload Tons (Metric Tons)	40 (36.3) Starting 2024 Model Year

BODY CAPACITIES

Heaped (SAE 2:1)	30 cu yd (23 cu m)
Struck	22 cu yd (17 cu m)
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1	32 cu yd (24 cu m)
Tailgate Struck	23 cu yd (18 cu m)

BODY HOIST

Lower Time	12 s
Raise Time	12 s

BODY PLATE

Type	High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

BODY PLATE THICKNESS

Base Plate	1 in (1 cm)
Front Plate	0 in (1 cm)
Side Plates	0 in (1 cm)

ENGINE

Bore	5 in (14 cm)
Displacement	926 cu in (15,174 cu cm)
Emissions	Meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V standards
Engine Model	Cat® C15
Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V	Cat C15
Gross Power - SAE J1995	452 hp (337 kw)
Net Power - ISO 14396	447 hp (333 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	439 hp (327 kw)
No Engine De-rating Below	10,000 ft (3,048 m)
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995)	1,711 lbs ft (2,320 nm)
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)	1,670 lbs ft (2,264 nm)
Peak Engine Torque Speed	1200 r/min
Stroke	7 in (17 cm)

NOTES

Note (1)	References to emission standards
Note (2)	Power ratings at 1700 rpm
Note (3)	Power available at the flywheel
Note (4)	Net power at max fan speed is 327 kW (439 hp)
Note (5)	DEF must meet ISO 22241-1 standard

OPERATING WEIGHTS

Total - Empty	71,377 lbs (32,376 kg)
Total - Loaded	151,405 lbs (68,676 kg)
Total - Rated Load	80,027 lbs (36,300 kg)

SERVICE REFILL CAPACITIES

Cooling System	24 gal (90 l)
DEF Tank	7 gal (25 l)
Engine Crankcase	14 gal (52 l)
Fuel Tank	145 gal (550 l)
Transmission - OTG	20 gal (75 l)

SOUND LEVELS

Interior Cab

72 dB(A)

STANDARDS

Brakes	ISO 3450 – 2011
Cab - FOPS	ISO 3449 Level II – 2005

STEERING

Lock to Lock

4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

TRANSMISSION

Forward - 1	4 mph (6 kph)
Forward - 2	5 mph (9 kph)
Forward - 3	7 mph (12 kph)
Forward - 4	9 mph (15 kph)
Forward - 5	12 mph (20 kph)
Forward - 6	15 mph (24 kph)
Forward - 7	21 mph (33 kph)
Forward - 8	25 mph (40 kph)
Forward - 9	36 mph (57 kph)
Reverse - 1	4 mph (7 kph)
Reverse - 2	10 mph (16 kph)

TURNING CIRCLE

Note	Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5 R25 tires.
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width	220 in (559 cm)
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius	330 in (838 cm)
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius	156 in (396 cm)
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius	303 in (770 cm)
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right	45°

WEIGHTS

Rated Payload

40 t (40,000 kg)

Caterpillar 740 GCs currently for sale

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A Caterpillar 740 GC From MacAllister Machinery – South for $355,000.00 USD

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