740 GC

OVERVIEW
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The Cat® 740 GC features a world-class cab design, re-engineered using global operator feedback to advance comfort and ease of operation. Enhancements include new controls, transmission-protection features, hoist-assist system, advanced automatic traction control system, stability-assist machine rollover warning system, and a fuel saving ECO mode.

UP TO 50% LESS OPERATOR INPUT

A UNIQUELY COMBINED HOIST AND TRANSMISSION LEVER ALLOWS FOR EASY OPERATION WHICH SUITS A WIDE RANGE OF OPERATOR EXPERIENCE

IMPROVED OPERATOR COMFORT

QUIETER, MORE SPACIOUS CAB WITH IMPROVED VISIBILITY HELPS OPERATORS WORK MORE PRODUCTIVELY THROUGHOUT THE DAY

UNMATCHED SAFETY

SAFETY FEATURES HELP INCREASE OPERATOR CONFIDENCE BY PROVIDING A SAFER OPERATION - PREVENTION OF CAB AND BODY ROLL-OVER AND SAFER CAB ENTRY

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS FOR CAT 740 GC

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Engine Model	Cat® C15
Bore	137 mm
Stroke	171.5 mm
Displacement	15.2 l
No Engine De-rating Below	3050 m
Peak Engine Torque Speed	1200 r/min
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)	2264 N·m
Net Power - SAE J1349	327 kW
Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V	Cat C15
Gross Power - SAE J1995	337 kW
Net Power - ISO 14396	333 kW
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995)	2320 N·m
Emissions	The C15 engine meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V emission standards.
Note (4)	Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 327 kW (439 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note (2)	The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.
Note (3)	The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler and fan at minimum speed.
Note (1)	The references to Tier 4 Final/Stage V include U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), as well as Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Note (5)	DEF used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard ISO 22241-1. Requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.

Rated Payload

36.3 t

Heaped (SAE 2:1)	22.7 m³
Struck	17 m³
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1	24.4 m³
Tailgate Struck	17.9 m³

Forward - 1	6.4 km/h
Forward - 2	8.5 km/h
Forward - 3	11.5 km/h
Forward - 4	14.8 km/h
Forward - 5	19.7 km/h
Forward - 6	24 km/h
Reverse - 1	6.8 km/h
Reverse - 2	15.7 km/h
Forward - 8	39.8 km/h
Forward - 7	33.1 km/h
Forward - 9	57.5 km/h

Interior Cab	72 dB(A)
Note (2)	Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab (when not properly maintained or doors/windows open) for extended periods or in noisy environments.
Note (1)	The operator sound exposure Leq (equivalent sound pressure level) measured according to the work cycle procedures specified in ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT98 is 72 dB(A), for the cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed and maintained and tested with the doors and windows closed.

Center Axle - Empty	6639 kg
Rear Axle - Empty	6416 kg
Center Axle - Rated Load	17087 kg
Front Axle - Empty	19321 kg
Total - Empty	32376 kg
Center Axle - Loaded	23173 kg
Front Axle - Loaded	22554 kg
Total - Rated Load	36300 kg
Rear Axle - Rated Load	17087 kg
Rear Axle - Loaded	22949 kg
Front Axle - Rated Load	2126 kg
Total - Loaded	68676 kg

Fuel Tank	550 l
Cooling System	90 l
Engine Crankcase	52 l
Axles - Each	60 l
Brake Cooling Tank	67 l
Transmission - OTG	75 l
DEF Tank	25 l
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System	140 l
Final Drive - Each	5 l

Raise Time	12 s
Lower Time	12 s

Lock to Lock

4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Brakes	ISO 3450 – 2011
Cab - FOPS	ISO 3449 Level II – 2005
Cab - ROPS	ISO 3471 – 2008
Steering	ISO 5010 – 2007

Type

High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius	7698 mm
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius	8395 mm
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width	5595 mm
Note	Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5 R25 tires.
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right	45°
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius	3960 mm

Side Plates	11 mm
Base Plate	13 mm
Front Plate	7 mm

Note	An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 740 GC is an excellent match for the Cat 374F and 352F Hydraulic Excavators; and Cat 972M, 966M, and 962M Wheel Loaders. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 740 GC is an excellent match for the Cat 374F and 352F Hydraulic Excavators; and Cat 972M, 966M, and 962M Wheel Loaders. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.
Wheel Loader: 972M - Passes	3
Wheel Loader: 962M - Passes	5
Wheel Loader: 966M - Passes	4–5
Hydraulic Excavator: 374F - Passes	3–4
Hydraulic Excavator: 352F - Passes	5–6