Overview
The Caterpillar 740B EJ 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 474 hp, capacity of 30.1 yd3, fuel capacity of 149.3 gal and hydraulic capacity of 86.6 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 740B EJ against similar articulated dump truck models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.
Key Specifications
Net Power
496
hp
Gross Power
489
hp
Rated Payload
84,000
lb
Full Specifications
74 specs
Dimensions
Capacity - Heaped
30.20 yd³ / 23.09 m³
Capacity - Struck
23.30 yd³ / 17.81 m³
Rated Payload
84,000 lb / 38,102 kg
Engine
Bore
5.40 in / 137 mm
Cat C15 ACERT
Engine Model - Tier 2 Eu Stage Ii
Center Axle - Empty
17,917 lb / 8,127 kg
Center Axle - Loaded
57,995 lb / 26,306 kg
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
21.10 gal / 79.9 L
Displacement
926 cu in / 15.2 L
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C15 Acert
Engine Model - Tier 2 Eu Stage Ii
15
Engine Model Tier 4 Interim/Eu Stage Iiib
15
Forward - 1
5.50 mph / 8.9 km/h
Forward - 2
7.50 mph / 12.1 km/h
Forward - 3
10.20 mph / 16.4 km/h
Forward - 4
13.70 mph / 22.0 km/h
Forward - 5
18.60 mph / 29.9 km/h
Forward - 6
25.10 mph / 40.4 km/h
Forward - 7
34 mph / 54.7 km/h
Front
0.3
Front Axle - Empty
47,168 lb / 21,395 kg
Front Axle - Loaded
50,788 lb / 23,037 kg
Fuel Capacity
149.30 gal / 565.2 L
Fuel Tank
149.30 gal / 565.2 L
Gross Power
489 hp / 364.6 kW
Gross Power - Sae J1995
484 hp / 360.9 kW
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
86.60 gal / 327.8 L
Net Power
474 hp / 353.5 kW
Net Power - Eec 80/1269
477 hp / 355.7 kW
Net Power - Iso 14396
477 hp / 355.7 kW
Net Power - Iso 9249
477 hp / 355.7 kW
Net Power - Sae J1349
472 hp / 352.0 kW
Number of Forward Gears
7
Number of Reverse Gears
2
Rear Axle - Empty
16,255 lb / 7,373 kg
Rear Axle - Loaded
56,333 lb / 25,552 kg
Reverse - 1
5.20 mph / 8.4 km/h
Reverse - 2
7.20 mph / 11.6 km/h
Steering
ISO 5010 - 2007
Stroke
6.80 in / 173 mm
Total Empty
81,340 lb / 36,895 kg
Total Loaded
83,776 lb / 38,000 kg
Transmission Fluid Capacity
19 gal / 71.9 L
Hydraulics
Base
0.40
Body Capacities
2
Cab - Fops
3,449
Cab - Rops
3,471
Capacity - Heaped
30.10 yd³ / 23.01 m³
Center Axle - Rated Load
40,078 lb / 18,179 kg
Eject Time
14
Final Drives/Differential
60.80
Front Axle - Rated Load
3,620 lb / 1,642 kg
Heaped (Sae 2:1)
30.20
Interior Cab
79
Net Power
496 hp / 369.9 kW
Note
29.50
Output Transfer Gear Box
4.80
Rear Axle - Rated Load
40,078 lb / 18,179 kg
Retract Time
24
Side
0.30
Total - Empty
81,095 lb / 36,784 kg
Total - Loaded
164,871 lb / 74,784 kg
Total - Rated Load
83,776
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width
233.50 in / 5,931 mm
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius
357.90 ft / 109.09 m
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius
176 ft / 53.64 m
Turning Dimensions - Sae Turning Radius
340.20 ft / 103.69 m
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right
45 deg
Other
Brakes
ISO 3450 - 1996
Cooling System
21.10 gal / 79.9 L
Engine Crankcase
9 gal / 34.1 L
Struck
23.30
Transmission
19
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Frequently Asked Questions
How powerful is the Caterpillar 740B EJ engine? +
The Caterpillar 740B EJ produces 489 hp (364.6 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 740B EJ compare to similar Articulated Dump Truck models? +
You can compare the Caterpillar 740B EJ 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.