Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 730 EJ Off-Highway Truck is a powerful and versatile machine designed for rugged construction and mining applications. With a heaped capacity of 22.1 cubic yards and a gross power of 325 horsepower, this truck can handle heavy loads with ease. Its durable construction and advanced technology make it a reliable choice for demanding job sites.
| Articulated/Rigid | Articulated — Starting 2024 Model Year |
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| Drive Configuration | 6WD — Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Engine Type | Cat C13 — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Mfg. Model | 730 EJ — Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 58,643.00 lbs (26,595.47 kg) — Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Planetary Powershift Transmission | Powershift w/ lockup torque converter — Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Rated Payload | 31.00 t (31,000.00 kg) — Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Heaped (Sae 2:1) | 22.1 cu yd |
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| Struck | 17.7 cu yd |
| Body Plate Type | High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel |
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| Base | 0.40 in (1.02 cm) |
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| Front | 0.30 in (0.76 cm) |
| Side | 0.30 in (0.76 cm) |
| Dump Ground Clearance | 2.96 ft (0.90 m) |
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| Dump Height | 10.00 ft (3.05 m) |
| Ground Clearance | 10.06 ft (3.07 m) |
| Height | 12.33 ft (3.76 m) |
| Length | 34.00 ft (10.36 m) |
| Overall Height | 12.32 ft (3.76 m) |
| Overall Length | 31.90 ft (9.72 m) |
| Overall Width | 11.63 ft (3.54 m) |
| Weight | 59,084.00 lbs (26,800.08 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 7.46 ft (2.27 m) |
| Width | 9.92 ft (3.02 m) |
| Capacity - Heaped | 22.1 cu yd |
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| Capacity - Struck | 17.7 cu yd |
| Lower Time | 12 sec |
| Raise Time | 15 sec |
| Rated Payload | 31.00 lbs (14.06 kg) |
| Eject Time | 12 s |
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| Retract Time | 15 s |
| Eject Time | 12 s |
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| Retract Time | 15 s |
| Bore | 5.10 in (12.95 cm) |
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| Displacement | 680.00 cu in (11,143.23 cu cm) |
| Emissions | The 730 EJ meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards. |
| Engine Model | Cat C11 ACERT |
| Engine Model - U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final/Eu Stage Iv | Cat C13 ACERT |
| Gross Power | 325.00 hp (242.36 kw) |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 325.00 hp (242.36 kw) |
| Net Power | 317.00 hp (236.39 kw) |
| Net Power - Eec 80/1269 | 321.00 hp (239.37 kw) |
| Net Power - Iso 14396 | 370.00 hp (275.91 kw) |
| Net Power - Iso 9249 | 321.00 hp (239.37 kw) |
| Net Power - Sae J1349 | 319.00 hp (237.88 kw) |
| No Engine De-Rating Below | 12,500.00 ft (3,810.00 m) |
| Note (1) | The reference to Tier 4 Final/Stage IV includes U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage IV, Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final), and Korea Tier 4 Final 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 (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. |
| Note (4) | Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 274 kW (367 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 certifications. |
| Peak Engine Torque Gross (Sae J1995) | 1,579.00 lbs ft (2,140.81 nm) |
| Peak Engine Torque Net (Iso 14396) | 1,564.00 lbs ft (2,120.47 nm) |
| Peak Engine Torque Speed | 1200 rpm |
| Power Measured @ | 1800 rpm |
| Stroke | 5.50 in (13.97 cm) |
| Center Axle - Empty | 13,140.00 lbs (5,959.18 kg) |
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| Center Axle - Loaded | 43,144.00 lbs (19,566.44 kg) |
| Center Axle - Rated Load | 30,005.00 lbs (13,607.71 kg) |
| Front Axle - Empty | 30,821.00 lbs (13,977.78 kg) |
| Front Axle - Loaded | 32,805.00 lbs (14,877.55 kg) |
| Front Axle - Rated Load | 1,984.00 lbs (899.77 kg) |
| Rear Axle - Empty | 12,368.00 lbs (5,609.07 kg) |
| Rear Axle - Loaded | 42,373.00 lbs (19,216.78 kg) |
| Rear Axle - Rated Load | 30,005.00 lbs (13,607.71 kg) |
| Total - Empty | 56,328.00 lbs (25,545.58 kg) |
| Total - Loaded | 118,322.00 lbs (53,660.77 kg) |
| Total - Rated Load | 61,994.00 lbs (28,115.19 kg) |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 18.00 gal (68.13 l) |
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| Engine Oil Capacity | 11.00 gal (41.64 l) |
| Fuel Capacity | 94.00 gal (355.79 l) |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 46.50 gal (176.00 l) |
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 9.50 gal (35.96 l) |
| Hydraulic Excavators: 336f/336f Xe - Passes | 56 |
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| Hydraulic Excavators: 349f/349f Xe - Passes | 45 |
| Note | An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 730 EJ 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 production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved. |
| Wheel Loader: 950m - Passes | 5 |
| Wheel Loader: 962m - Passes | 45 |
| Wheel Loaders: 966m/966m Xe - Passes | 4 |
| Wheel Loaders: 972m/972m Xe - Passes | 34 |
| Cooling System | 18.00 gal (68.13 l) |
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| Def Tank | 5.30 gal (20.06 l) |
| Engine Crankcase | 11.00 gal (41.64 l) |
| Final Drives/Differential | 43.30 gal (163.89 l) |
| Fuel Tank | 94.00 gal (355.79 l) |
| Hydraulic System | 46.50 gal (176.00 l) |
| Output Transfer Gear Box | 4.80 gal (18.17 l) |
| Transmission | 9.50 gal (35.96 l) |
| Interior Cab | 76 dB(A) |
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| 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 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. |
| Brakes | ISO 3450 1996 |
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| Cab - Fops | ISO 3449 Level II 2005 |
| Cab - Rops | ISO 3471 2008 |
| Steering | ISO 5010 2007 |
| Lock To Lock | 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm |
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| Forward - 1 | 5.00 mph (8.05 kph) |
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| 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 | 34.00 mph (54.72 kph) |
| Max Speed | 34.00 mph (54.72 kph) |
| Number Of Forward Gears | 6 |
| Number Of Reverse Gears | 1 |
| Reverse - 1 | 5.00 mph (8.05 kph) |
| Transmission Type | electronic transmission |
| Note | Dimensions are for machines equipped with 750/65 R25 tires. |
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| Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width | 214.00 in (543.56 cm) |
| Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius | 318.00 in (807.72 cm) |
| Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius | 152.00 in (386.08 cm) |
| Turning Dimensions - Sae Turning Radius | 294.00 in (746.76 cm) |
| Center Axle - Empty | 13140 % |
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| Center Axle - Loaded | 43144 % |
| Front Axle - Empty | 30,821.00 lbs (13,977.78 kg) |
| Front Axle - Loaded | 32805 % |
| Rated Payload | 60,000.00 lbs (27,210.89 kg) |
| Rear Axle - Empty | 12,368.00 lbs (5,609.07 kg) |
| Rear Axle - Loaded | 42,373.00 lbs (19,216.78 kg) |
| Total Empty | 56,328.00 lbs (25,545.58 kg) |
| Total Loaded | 118,322.00 lbs (53,660.77 kg) |