The Caterpillar 740 gc articulated dump truck (2019-2026) combines above-average engine power at 439 hp (327 kW) with above-average weight at 71,386 lb (32.4 t). Another useful figure is dump capacity at 31.9 yd³ (24.4 m³).
Specification profile
2019-2026
Weight: 71,386 lb (32.4 t)Engine power: 439 hp (327 kW)Dump Capacity: 31.9 yd³ (24.4 m³)Travel speed: 35.7 mph (57.5 km/h)
71,386 lb (32.4 t)Weight
439 hp (327 kW)Engine power
31.9 yd³ (24.4 m³)Dump Capacity
35.7 mph (57.5 km/h)Travel speed
1,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
1,670 lb-ft (2,264 Nm)Maximum torque
11.1 ft (3.37 m)Transport width
12.3 ft (3.76 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Above average
439 hp (327 kW)
Low 184 hp (137 kW)Typical 363 hp (271 kW)High 523 hp (390 kW)
Engine power is above the typical figure.
Weight
Above average
71,386 lb (32.4 t)
Low 33,124 lb (15 t)Typical 60,418 lb (27.4 t)High 104,940 lb (47.6 t)
Weight is above the typical figure.
Dump Capacity
High
31.9 yd³ (24.4 m³)
Low 14.4 yd³ (11 m³)Typical 24.7 yd³ (18.8 m³)High 38.6 yd³ (29.5 m³)
Dump Capacity is well above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
35.7 mph (57.5 km/h)
Low 19.3 mph (31 km/h)Typical 32.6 mph (52.5 km/h)High 37.3 mph (60 km/h)
Travel speed is above the typical figure.
Maximum torque
High
1,670 lb-ft (2,264 Nm)
Low 371 lb-ft (503 Nm)Typical 1,304 lb-ft (1,767 Nm)High 2,028 lb-ft (2,750 Nm)
Maximum torque is well above the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
11.1 ft (3.37 m)
Low 8.2 ft (2.5 m)Typical 10.5 ft (3.2 m)High 13.7 ft (4.17 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Central LubricationYES
Diesel particulate filterYES
Heated Dump BodyYES
TailgateNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 740 gc articulated dump truck |
| Model year / production | 2019-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power439 hp (327 kW)
Maximum torque1,670 lb-ft (2,264 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,200 rpm
Travel speed35.7 mph (57.5 km/h)
Dimensions
Loading Height10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Transport height12.3 ft (3.76 m)
Transport length36.6 ft (11.2 m)
Transport width11.1 ft (3.37 m)
Outside turning radius25.3 ft (7.7 m)
Capacity & weight
Dump Capacity31.9 yd³ (24.4 m³)
Weight71,386 lb (32.4 t)
Net Load80,028 lb (36.3 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke137×171.5 mm
Displacement4.02 US gal (15.2 L)
Emission levelU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU V
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC15 Acert
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres29.5 R25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterYes
Other specifications
Central LubricationYes
Heated Dump BodyYes
TailgateNo
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