Overview
The Caterpillar 740 Ejector is a articulated dump truck listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 445 hp, capacity of 30.3 yd3, travel speed of 34.3 mph, fuel capacity of 148.0 gal and hydraulic capacity of 61.6 gal. This model can be reviewed for equipment comparison, jobsite planning, fleet research, and specification-based machine selection. Use the full specifications table to compare the Caterpillar 740 Ejector against similar articulated dump truck models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Net Power
444
hp
Gross Power
464
hp
Rated Payload
83,775.66
lb
Overall Length
38.03
ft
Full Specifications
74 specs
Dimensions
Capacity - Heaped
35.71 yd³ / 27.30 m³
Capacity - Struck
23.29 yd³ / 17.81 m³
Dump Ground Clearance
3.61 ft / 1.10 m
Ground Clearance
1.90 ft / 0.58 m
Overall Height
12.29 ft / 3.75 m
Overall Length
38.03 ft / 11.59 m
Overall Width
11.26 ft / 3.43 m
Rated Payload
83,776 lb / 38,000 kg
Wheelbase
18.31 ft / 5.58 m
Engine
Bore
5.40 in / 137 mm
Center Axle - Empty
18,166 lb / 8,240 kg
Center Axle - Loaded
58,246 lb / 26,420 kg
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
21.20 gal / 80.3 L
Displacement
926 cu in / 15.2 L
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
3406E ATAAC
Engine Oil Capacity
10.10 gal / 38.2 L
Forward - 1
5.50 mph / 8.9 km/h
Forward - 2
7.50 mph / 12.1 km/h
Forward - 3
10 mph / 16.1 km/h
Forward - 4
14 mph / 22.5 km/h
Forward - 5
18.50 mph / 29.8 km/h
Forward - 6
25 mph / 40.2 km/h
Forward - 7
34 mph / 54.7 km/h
Front
0.3
Front Axle - Empty
43,652 lb / 19,800 kg
Front Axle - Loaded
47,267 lb / 21,440 kg
Fuel Capacity
148 gal / 560.2 L
Fuel Tank
140.50 gal / 531.9 L
Gross Power
464 hp / 346.0 kW
Gross Power - Sae J1995
469 hp / 349.7 kW
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
61.60 gal / 233.2 L
Max Speed
34.30 mph / 55.2 km/h
Net Power
445 hp / 331.8 kW
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
458 hp / 341.5 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
458 hp / 341.5 kW
Net Power - Sae J1349
453 hp / 337.8 kW
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Forward Gears
7
Number of Reverse Gears
1
Power Measured @
1,700 rpm
Rear Axle - Empty
16,689 lb / 7,570 kg
Rear Axle - Loaded
56,769 lb / 25,750 kg
Reverse - 1
5 mph / 8.0 km/h
Reverse - 2
7 mph / 11.3 km/h
Steering
ISO 5010 2007
Stroke
6.80 in / 173 mm
Total Empty
78,507 lb / 35,610 kg
Total Loaded
162,282 lb / 73,610 kg
Transmission Fluid Capacity
19.10 gal / 72.3 L
Hydraulics
Base
0.40
Body Capacities
2
Cab - Fops
3,449
Cab - Rops
3,471
Capacity - Heaped
30.30 yd³ / 23.17 m³
Center Axle - Rated Load
40,080 lb / 18,180 kg
Eject Time
14
Final Drives/Differential
60.80
Front Axle - Rated Load
3,616 lb / 1,640 kg
Heaped (Sae 2:1)
30.20
Interior Cab
79
Net Power
444 hp / 331.1 kW
Output Transfer Gear Box
4.80
Rear Axle - Rated Load
40,080 lb / 18,180 kg
Retract Time
24
Side
0.30
Total - Empty
78,507 lb / 35,610 kg
Total - Loaded
162,282 lb / 73,610 kg
Total - Rated Load
83,776
Other
Brakes
ISO 3450 1996
Cooling System
21.10 gal / 79.9 L
Engine Crankcase
10.60 gal / 40.1 L
Struck
23.30
Transmission
19
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Frequently Asked Questions
How powerful is the Caterpillar 740 Ejector engine? +
The Caterpillar 740 Ejector produces 464 hp (346.0 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Articulated Dump Truck work cycles efficiently.
How does the Caterpillar 740 Ejector compare to similar Articulated Dump Truck models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 740 Ejector side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.