Key specifications for the Caterpillar 740b ej articulated dump truck (2011-2026) include high engine power at 489 hp (365 kW) together with high weight at 81,351 lb (36.9 t). It also has dump capacity of 30.2 yd³ (23.1 m³).
Specification profile
2011-2026
Weight: 81,351 lb (36.9 t)Engine power: 489 hp (365 kW)Dump Capacity: 30.2 yd³ (23.1 m³)Travel speed: 34 mph (54.7 km/h)
81,351 lb (36.9 t)Weight
489 hp (365 kW)Engine power
30.2 yd³ (23.1 m³)Dump Capacity
34 mph (54.7 km/h)Travel speed
1,851 lb-ft (2,510 Nm)Maximum torque
11.6 ft (3.53 m)Transport width
13.1 ft (3.98 m)Transport height
10.1 ft (3.07 m)Loading Height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
489 hp (365 kW)
Low 184 hp (137 kW)Typical 363 hp (271 kW)High 523 hp (390 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
High
81,351 lb (36.9 t)
Low 33,124 lb (15 t)Typical 60,418 lb (27.4 t)High 104,940 lb (47.6 t)
Weight is well above the typical figure.
Dump Capacity
Above average
30.2 yd³ (23.1 m³)
Low 14.4 yd³ (11 m³)Typical 24.7 yd³ (18.8 m³)High 38.6 yd³ (29.5 m³)
Dump Capacity is above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
34 mph (54.7 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 close to the typical figure.
Maximum torque
High
1,851 lb-ft (2,510 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
Above average
11.6 ft (3.53 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 above 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 LubricationNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Heated Dump BodyNO
TailgateNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 740b ej articulated dump truck |
| Model year / production | 2011-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power489 hp (365 kW)
Maximum torque1,851 lb-ft (2,510 Nm)
Travel speed34 mph (54.7 km/h)
Dimensions
Loading Height10.1 ft (3.07 m)
Transport height13.1 ft (3.98 m)
Transport length38.4 ft (11.7 m)
Transport width11.6 ft (3.53 m)
Outside turning radius28.3 ft (8.64 m)
Capacity & weight
Dump Capacity30.2 yd³ (23.1 m³)
Weight81,351 lb (36.9 t)
Net Load83,776 lb (38 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke137×171.5 mm
Displacement4.02 US gal (15.2 L)
Emission levelTier 4/ IIIB
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeC15 Acert
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres29.5 R 25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Central LubricationNo
Heated Dump BodyNo
TailgateNo
Related Posts:
