- Category: Off-Highway Trucks ➔
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
- Model: 730C ➔
The Caterpillar 730C Off-Highway Truck is a powerful and efficient machine designed for heavy-duty work in construction and mining operations. With a body capacity of up to 24.6 cubic yards and a rated payload of 62,000 lbs, this truck boasts impressive performance capabilities. Equipped with a Cat C13 engine delivering 375 horsepower and featuring high-strength wear-resistant steel construction, the 730C ensures durability and reliability in the toughest job sites. From its quick dump and body hoist times to its spacious and ergonomic cab meeting international safety standards, the 730C stands out as a top choice for demanding off-highway applications.
Body Capacities
| Heaped (SAE 2:1) | 23 cu yd (18 cu m) |
| Struck | 17 cu yd (13 cu m) |
| Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1 | 25 cu yd (19 cu m) |
| Tailgate Struck | 18 cu yd (14 cu m) |
Body Hoist
| Lower Time | 8 seconds |
| Raise Time | 12 seconds |
Body Plate
| Body Plate Type | High Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel |
Dump
| Capacity - Heaped | 23 cu yd (18 cu m) |
| Capacity - Struck | 17 cu yd (13 cu m) |
| Dump Angle | 45 degrees |
| Lower Time | 8 seconds |
| Raise Time | 12 seconds |
| Rated Payload | 62,000 lbs (28,123 kg) |
Engine
| Bore | 5 in (13 cm) |
| Displacement | 763 cu in (12,503 cu cm) |
| Engine Model | Cat C13 |
| Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV | Cat C13 ACERT |
| Gross Power | 375 hp (280 kw) |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 375 hp (280 kw) |
| Max Torque | 1,579 lbs ft (2,141 nm) |
| Net Power | 367 hp (274 kw) |
| Net Power - ISO 14396 | 370 hp (276 kw) |
| Net Power - SAE J1349 | 367 hp (274 kw) |
| No Engine De-rating Required Below | 12,500 ft (3,810 m) |
| Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) | 1,579 lbs ft (2,141 nm) |
| Peak Engine Torque Net (ISO 14396) | 1,564 lbs ft (2,120 nm) |
| Peak Engine Torque Speed | 1200 rpm |
| Stroke | 6 in (16 cm) |
| Torque Measured @ | 1200 rpm |
Operating Specifications
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 22 gal (83 l) |
| Fuel Capacity | 109 gal (412 l) |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 29 gal (110 l) |
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 9 gal (35 l) |
Operating Weights
| Center Axle - Empty | 10,384 lbs (4,710 kg) |
| Center Axle - Loaded | 37,633 lbs (17,070 kg) |
| Center Axle - Rated Load | 27,249 lbs (12,360 kg) |
| Front Axle - Empty | 33,091 lbs (15,010 kg) |
| Front Axle - Loaded | 40,322 lbs (18,290 kg) |
| Front Axle - Rated Load | 7,231 lbs (3,280 kg) |
| Rear Axle - Empty | 9,656 lbs (4,380 kg) |
| Rear Axle - Loaded | 36,905 lbs (16,740 kg) |
| Rear Axle - Rated Load | 27,249 lbs (12,360 kg) |
| Total - Empty | 53,131 lbs (24,100 kg) |
| Total - Loaded | 114,860 lbs (52,100 kg) |
| Total - Rated Load | 61,729 lbs (28,000 kg) |
Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 22 gal (83 l) |
| DEF Tank (ISO 2224-1) | 5 gal (20 l) |
| Engine Crankcase | 11 gal (40 l) |
| Final Drives/Differential | 36 gal (135 l) |
| Fuel Tank | 109 gal (412 l) |
| Hydraulic System | 29 gal (110 l) |
| Output Transfer Gear Box | 6 gal (24 l) |
| Transmission | 9 gal (35 l) |
Sound Levels
Standards
| Brakes | ISO 3450 - 2011 |
| Cab - FOPS | ISO 3449 Level II - 2005 |
| Cab - ROPS | ISO 3471 - 2008 |
| Steering | ISO 5010 - 2007 |
Steering System
| Lock to Lock | 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm |
Transmission
| Forward - 1 | 5 mph (8 kph) |
| Forward - 2 | 9 mph (14 kph) |
| Forward - 3 | 14 mph (23 kph) |
| Forward - 4 | 21 mph (34 kph) |
| Forward - 5 | 29 mph (47 kph) |
| Forward - 6 | 34 mph (55 kph) |
| Number of Forward Gears | 6 |
| Number of Reverse Gears | 1 |
| Reverse - 1 | 6 mph (10 kph) |
Turning Circle
| Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width | 210 in (533 cm) |
| Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius | 318 in (808 cm) |
| Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius | 153 in (389 cm) |
| Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius | 294 in (747 cm) |
| Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right | 45 degrees |
Weights
| Center Axle - empty | 10,384 lbs (4,710 kg) |
| Center Axle - loaded | 27,249 lbs (12,360 kg) |
| Front Axle - empty | 33,091 lbs (15,010 kg) |
| Front Axle - loaded | 7,231 lbs (3,280 kg) |
| Rear Axle - empty | 9,656 lbs (4,380 kg) |
| Rear Axle - loaded | 27,249 lbs (12,360 kg) |
| Total Empty | 53,131 lbs (24,100 kg) |
| Total Loaded | 61,729 lbs (28,000 kg) |
