Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Specs

Category: Off-Highway Trucks ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 725C2 ➔

The Caterpillar 725C2 is an articulated off-highway truck designed for hauling material in construction, quarry, and earthmoving applications. It is part of Caterpillar's 725 series and is used for transporting loose material over rough terrain and uneven job sites. The 725C2 typically features a diesel engine, all-wheel drive articulation, and a suspended chassis for improved traction and stability in off-road conditions. Common applications include site development, road building, mining support, and large-scale earthmoving. The model is known for its payload capacity, durability, and compatibility with heavy-duty loading and hauling operations in demanding environments.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck General Specifications specifications
Articulated/Rigid	A — Starting 2019 Model Year
Drive Configuration	6WD — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Type	Cat C9.3 ACERT — Starting 2019 Model Year
Mfg. Model	725C2 — Starting 2019 Model Year
Operating Weight	50,795.00 lbs (23,036.28 kg) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Planetary Powershift Transmission	Powershift w/ lockup torque converter — Starting 2019 Model Year
Rated Payload	26.50 t (26,500.00 kg) — Starting 2019 Model Year

Body Capacities

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Body Capacities specifications
Heaped (Sae 2:1)	19.6 cu yd
Struck	14.4 cu yd
Tailgate Heaped Sae 2:1	20.4 cu yd
Tailgate Struck	14.5 cu yd

Body Hoist

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Body Hoist specifications
Lower Time	8 s
Raise Time	10 s

Body Plate

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Body Plate specifications
Body Plate Type	High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Dimensions

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Dimensions specifications
Height	12.42 ft (3.78 m)
Length	34.58 ft (10.54 m)
Weight	50,795.00 lbs (23,040.25 kg)
Width	9.67 ft (2.95 m)

Dump

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Dump specifications
Rated Payload	58,422.43 lbs (26,495.43 kg)

Engine

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Engine specifications
Bore	4.60 in (11.68 cm)
Displacement	567.00 cu in (9,291.49 cu cm)
Emissions	The reference to Tier 4 Final/Stage IV includes U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), as well as Korea Tier 4 Final emission standards.
Engine Model	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Engine Model - U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final/Eu Stage Iv	Cat C9.3 ACERT
Gross Power - Sae J1995	320.00 hp (238.63 kw)
Net Power - Iso 14396	316.00 hp (235.65 kw)
Net Power - Sae J1349	314.00 hp (234.15 kw)
No Engine De-Rating Below	7,500.00 ft (2,286.00 m)
No Engine De-Rating Required Below	7,500.00 ft (2,286.00 m)
Note (1)	The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,800 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.
Note (2)	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.
Note (3)	Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 214 kW (287 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note (4)	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 certifications.
Peak Engine Torque Gross (Sae J1995)	1,275.00 lbs ft (1,728.65 nm)
Peak Engine Torque Net (Iso 14396)	1,262.00 lbs ft (1,711.02 nm)
Peak Engine Torque Net (Sae J1349)	1,262.00 lbs ft (1,711.02 nm)
Peak Engine Torque Speed	1200 rpm
Stroke	5.90 in (14.99 cm)

Operating Weights

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Operating Weights specifications
Center Axle - Empty	9,755.00 lbs (4,424.04 kg)
Center Axle - Loaded	33,455.00 lbs (15,172.34 kg)
Center Axle - Rated Load	23,700.00 lbs (10,748.30 kg)
Front Axle - Empty	31,835.00 lbs (14,437.64 kg)
Front Axle - Loaded	37,374.00 lbs (16,949.66 kg)
Front Axle - Rated Load	5,512.00 lbs (2,499.77 kg)
Rear Axle - Empty	9,205.00 lbs (4,174.60 kg)
Rear Axle - Loaded	32,905.00 lbs (14,922.90 kg)
Rear Axle - Rated Load	23,700.00 lbs (10,748.30 kg)
Total - Empty	50,795.00 lbs (23,036.28 kg)
Total - Loaded	103,707.00 lbs (47,032.65 kg)
Total - Rated Load	52,912.00 lbs (23,996.37 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	21.90 gal (82.89 l)
Def Tank	5.30 gal (20.06 l)
Def Tank (Iso 2224-1)	5.20 gal (19.68 l)
Engine Crankcase	10.00 gal (37.85 l)
Final Drives/Differential	33.00 gal (124.91 l)
Fuel Tank	108.80 gal (411.81 l)
Hydraulic System	29.10 gal (110.14 l)
Output Transfer Gear Box	6.30 gal (23.85 l)
Transmission	12.40 gal (46.93 l)

Sound Levels

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Sound Levels specifications
Interior Cab	76 dB(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 76 dB(A), for the cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed and maintained and tested with the doors and windows closed.
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.

Standards

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Standards specifications
Brakes	ISO 3450 2011
Cab - Fops	ISO 3449 Level II 2005
Cab - Rops	ISO 3471 2008
Steering	ISO 5010 - 2007

Steering

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Steering specifications
Lock To Lock	4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Transmission

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Transmission specifications
Forward - 1	5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Forward - 2	9.00 mph (14.48 kph)
Forward - 3	14.00 mph (22.53 kph)
Forward - 4	21.00 mph (33.80 kph)
Forward - 5	29.00 mph (46.67 kph)
Forward - 6	36.00 mph (57.94 kph)
Reverse - 1	6.00 mph (9.66 kph)

Turning Circle

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Turning Circle specifications
Note	Dimensions are for machines equipped with 23.5R25 tires.
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width	210.00 in (533.40 cm)
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius	318.00 in (807.72 cm)
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius	153.00 in (388.62 cm)
Turning Dimensions - Sae Turning Radius	294.00 in (746.76 cm)
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right	45 degrees

Wheel Base Length

Caterpillar 725C2 Off-Highway Truck Wheel Base Length specifications
Long Wheel Base	215.20 in (546.61 cm)
Standard Wheel Base	156.70 in (398.02 cm)

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