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730 Articulated Truck

The Cat 730 with a 17.5 m³ (23 yd³)/28 tonnes (31 tons) capacity, offers demonstrated reliability and durability, high performance and productivity and a new world-class cab to improve operator comfort and ease of operation.<br>Updating the successful 730C2 to include the new cab design makes the 730 a more attractive proposition for our customers. Class leading levels of performance and new features such as Advanced Automatic Traction Control (AATC) and Assisted Hoisting Control create operator comfort, making a productive machine all day long while retaining all axle enclosed wet brakes and Advanced Productivity Electronic Control Strategy (APECS).

Engine

Engine Model Cat® C13
Bore 5.1in
Stroke 6.2in
Displacement 762.8in³
Net Power - ISO 14396 370HP
Gross Power - SAE J1995 375HP
No Engine De-rating Below 12500ft
Peak Engine Torque Speed 1200r/min
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) 1564ft·lbf
Net Power - SAE J1349 367HP
Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V Cat C13
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) 1579ft·lbf
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.
Emissions The 730 meets Tier 4 Final and Stage V emission standards.
Note (2) The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,800 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.
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), and Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Note (4) Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 254 kW (341 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note (5) DEF used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241-1. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certificatio

Weights

Rated Payload 31ton (US)

Body Capacities

Heaped (SAE 2:1) 23yd³
Struck 17.4yd³
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1 24.6yd³
Tailgate Struck 18.2yd³

Transmission

Forward - 1 5mile/h
Forward - 2 9mile/h
Forward - 3 14mile/h
Forward - 4 21mile/h
Forward - 5 29mile/h
Forward - 6 34mile/h
Reverse - 1 6mile/h

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank 108.8gal (US)
Cooling System 21.9gal (US)
Hydraulic System 29.1gal (US)
Engine Crankcase 10gal (US)
Transmission 12.4gal (US)
Final Drives/Differential 33gal (US)
Output Transfer Gear Box 6.3gal (US)
DEF Tank 5.3gal (US)

Sound Levels

Interior Cab 72dB(A)
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
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.

Body Hoist

Raise Time 12s
Lower Time 8s

Standards

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

Operating Weights

Front Axle - Empty 33069lb
Front Axle - Loaded 40300lb
Center Axle - Rated Load 27249lb
Rear Axle - Loaded 36817lb
Center Axle - Loaded 37302lb
Total - Rated Load 61729lb
Front Axle - Rated Load 7231lb
Total - Loaded 114420lb
Center Axle - Empty 10053lb
Rear Axle - Empty 9568lb
Total - Empty 52690lb
Rear Axle - Rated Load 27249lb

Steering

Lock to Lock 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Body Plate

Type High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Turning Circle

Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width 210in
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right 45°
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius 153in
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius 294in
Note Dimensions are for machines equipped with 23.5R25 tires.
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius 318in

Body Plate Thickness

Base Plate 0.51in
Side Plates 0.43in
Front Plate 0.28in

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

Wheel Loaders: 966M/966M XE - Passes 4
Wheel Loader: 962M - Passes 4–5
Wheel Loader: 950M - Passes 5
Hydraulic Excavators: 336F/336F XE - Passes 5–6
Hydraulic Excavators: 349F/349F XE - Passes 4–5
Note An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 730 is an excellent match for the Cat 349F and 336F Hydraulic Excavators; and Cat 972M, 966M, 962M and 950M Wheel Loaders. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased
Wheel Loaders: 972M/972M XE - Passes 3–4

Standard Equipment

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Operator Environment
    • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
    • Machine operation monitoring system includes:
      – Action lamp
      – Engine oil pressure
      – Primary steering system
      – Left and right turn signal
      – High beam
      – Coolant temperature
      – Tachometer
      – Parking brake
      – Fuel level
      – Transmission oil temperature
      – Brake system
      – Transmission hold
      – Hoist control
      – Hydraulic system
      – Charging system
      – Retarder
      – Transmission fault
      – Traction control system
      – Check engine lamp
    • Combined gear selection and hoist control lever
    • Glass windows:
      – Front, laminated and tinted
      – Sides and rear, toughened and tinted
    • Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
    • Heater and defroster with four-speed fan
    • Retractable belt: Operator seat and second seat
    • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
    • Mirrors: extensive arrangement for improved visibility
    • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
    • Seats:
      – Operator: fully adjustable, air suspension
      – Trainer: padded with lap belt
    • Adjustable air vents
    • Windows opening both sides, tinted
    • Liquid Crystal Display (LCD):
      – Alert indicator
      – Selected gear and direction
      – Speed or auto shift
      – Review Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM)
      – Primary steering failure warning
      – Seat belt warning
      – Secondary steering failure warning
      – Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration filter
      – Machine Security System (MSS) ready
      – Secondary steering energy source engaged
      – Hour meter
      – Retarder active
    • Sun visor
    • Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
    • Storage:
      – Cup holder
      – Flask receptacle
      – Under seat storage
      – Door pocket
      – Behind operator seat storage
      – Coat hook
    • Air conditioning with R134A refrigerant
  • Cat Technologies
    • Cat Detect with Stability Assist
    • Product Link
  • Electrical And Lighting
    • Electrical system: 24-volt, 10A 24- to 12-volt converter
    • Main disconnect switch
    • Batteries (two) maintenance free
    • Remote starting receptacle (cables not included)
    • Horn
    • Lighting systems:
      – Cab interior
      – Two head lamps
      – Two width marker
      – Two reversing
      – Work light/cab access light
      – Two stop/tail lights
      – Front and rear direction indicators
  • Power Train
    • Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter- and cross-axle differential locks
    • Auto shift six-speed forward and one reverse transmission
    • Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
    • Retarder: engine compression brake
    • Cat C13 engine
    • Three axle, six-wheel drive
    • Cat Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package
  • Safety
    • Rearview camera
    • ROPS/FOPS cab
    • Reverse alarm
  • Guards
    • Radiator
    • Rear window
    • Axle
    • Front dump body spill guard, integral part of fabricated body
    • Crankcase
  • Other Standard Equipment
    • Sound suppression (only standard in Europe)
    • Tires, six 23.5R25, radial
    • Vandalism protection: lockable caps
    • Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
    • S·O·S sampling valves

Optional Equipment

  • Note
    • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
  • Optional Equipment
    • Window blinds
    • Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings
    • Ether start
    • Cold weather start attachment
    • Four-point seat belt
    • Machine Security System (MSS)
    • Bare chassis (no body) standard wheel base
    • Fuel additive – anti-waxing
    • Sound suppression (only standard in Europe)
    • Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
    • Wheel chocks
    • Flashing LED beacon
    • Engine block heater
    • Bluetooth radio stereo system
    • Exhaust heated body
    • Product Link Elite: PLE631 (satellite), PLE641 (cellular). Product Link is optional.
    • Heated rearview motorized mirrors
    • Body liners
    • Bare chassis (no body) long wheel base
    • Infrared glass – high ambient cab
    • Heated/cooled seat
    • Roof mounted High Intensity Discharge (HID) work lights
    • Cat Production Measurement payload monitoring system
    • Fast fuel fill
    • Tires, six 750/65R25, radial
    • Scissor tailgate