Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Specs

Category: Material Handlers ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: MH3040 ➔

The Caterpillar MH3040 is a material handler designed for high-reach loading, sorting, and transfer applications in scrap, waste, and bulk material operations. Built on a purpose-configured undercarriage and upper structure, it is typically equipped with a long front linkage, cab elevation, and hydraulic systems suited to repetitive material handling cycles. The MH3040 is used in yards, recycling facilities, ports, and industrial sites where controlled reach and visibility are important. As part of Caterpillar's material handler lineup, it is engineered for durability, operator comfort, and efficient handling of loose or irregular materials in demanding environments.

Dimensions

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Dimensions specifications
Boom	MH 9.3 m (30'6") - Starting 2026
Cab Height- Lowered	12.00 ft (3.66 m) - Starting 2026
Cab Height-Lowered with OPG	12.50 ft (3.81 m) - Starting 2026
Cab Height-Raised	20.50 ft (6.25 m) - Starting 2026
Cab Height-Raised with OPG	21.00 ft (6.40 m) - Starting 2026
Counterweight Clearance	5.70 ft (1.74 m) - Starting 2026
Ground Clearance	0.90 ft (0.27 m) - Starting 2026
Height	12.50 ft (3.81 m)
Length	42.00 ft (12.80 m)
Machine Length	20.80 ft (6.34 m) - Starting 2026
Shipping Length	42.00 ft (12.80 m) - Starting 2026
Shipping Width	9.80 ft (2.99 m) - Starting 2026
Stick	Industrial 7.1 m (23'3") - Starting 2026
Tail Swing Radius	10.30 ft (3.14 m) - Starting 2026
Undercarriage Length	20.40 ft (6.22 m) - Starting 2026
Weight	84,940.00 lbs (38,528.18 kg)
Wheel Base	10.50 ft (3.20 m) - Starting 2026
Width	9.83 ft (3.00 m)

Engine

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Engine specifications
Biodiesel Capability	Up to B20¹ - Starting 2026
Bore	4.00 in (10.16 cm) - Starting 2026
Displacement	428.00 cu in (7,013.68 cu cm) - Starting 2026
Emissions	Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards. - Starting 2026
Engine Model	Cat® C7.1 - Starting 2026
Engine Power - ISO 14396 (DIN)	204.00 hp (152.13 kw) - Starting 2026
Engine Power - Maximum - ISO 14396	201.00 hp (149.89 kw) - Starting 2026
Net Power - ISO 9249	202.00 hp (150.63 kw) - Starting 2026
Net Power - ISO 9249 (DIN)	205.00 hp (152.87 kw) - Starting 2026
Stroke	5.00 in (12.70 cm) - Starting 2026

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Hydraulic System specifications
Maximum Pressure - Implements	5076 psi - Starting 2026
Maximum Pressure - Swing	4061 psi - Starting 2026
Maximum Pressure - Travel	5076 psi - Starting 2026

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	6.60 gal (24.98 l) - Starting 2026
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank	10.80 gal (40.88 l) - Starting 2026
Engine Oil	6.60 gal (24.98 l) - Starting 2026
Final Drive	2.00 gal (7.57 l) - Starting 2026
Fuel Tank Capacity	125.20 gal (473.88 l) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic System - Including Tank	86.90 gal (328.92 l) - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Tank	38.80 gal (146.86 l) - Starting 2026
Powershift Transmission	0.80 gal (3.03 l) - Starting 2026
Rear Axle - Housing (Differential)	9.00 gal (34.07 l) - Starting 2026

Sustainability

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Sustainability specifications
Recyclability	95% - Starting 2026

Swing Mechanism

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Swing Mechanism specifications
Maximum Swing Torque	60,628.00 lbs ft (82,199.44 nm) - Starting 2026
Swing Speed	7 r/min - Starting 2026

Transmission

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Transmission specifications
Drawbar Pull	34,621.00 lbs ft (46,939.15 nm) - Starting 2026
Maximum Gradeability	44% - Starting 2026
Maximum Travel Speed	11.20 mph (18.02 kph) - Starting 2026

Weights

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Weights specifications
Operating Weight	85,310.00 lbs (38,696.01 kg) - Starting 2026

Working Ranges

Caterpillar MH3040 Material Handler Working Ranges specifications
Boom	MH 9.3 m (30'6") - Starting 2026
Boom Pin Height	40.00 ft (12.19 m) - Starting 2026
Maximum Depth	17.30 ft (5.27 m) - Starting 2026
Maximum Height	57.40 ft (17.50 m) - Starting 2026
Maximum Reach	50.80 ft (15.48 m) - Starting 2026
Minimum Dump Height	17.90 ft (5.46 m) - Starting 2026
Stick	Industrial 7.1 m (23'3") - Starting 2026

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