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Caterpillar 730C2 Off-Highway Truck

Category: Off-Highway Trucks ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 730C2 ➔

The Caterpillar 730C2 is a rigid-frame off-highway truck designed for hauling material in construction, quarry, and mining applications. It is part of Caterpillar's articulated truck lineup and is commonly used for earthmoving, site development, and aggregate transport. The 730C2 typically features a diesel engine, all-wheel drive, and an articulated chassis for improved maneuverability on rough terrain. It is built to carry heavy payloads across uneven ground while maintaining traction and stability. The model is used in material handling operations where reliable transport, cycle efficiency, and durability are required.

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Body Capacities

Heaped (SAE 2:1)	23.00 cu yd (17.58 cu m)
Struck	17.40 cu yd (13.30 cu m)
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1	24.60 cu yd (18.81 cu m)
Tailgate Struck	18.20 cu yd (13.91 cu m)

Body Hoist

Lower Time	8 seconds
Raise Time	12 seconds

Body Plate

Body Plate Type

High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel

Body Plate Thickness

Base	0.60 in (1.52 cm)
Front	0.30 in (0.76 cm)
Side	0.50 in (1.27 cm)

Dump

Rated Payload

68,343.30 lbs (31,000.04 kg)

Engine

Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV	Cat C13 ACERT
Gross Power - SAE J1995	375.00 hp (279.64 kw)
Net Power - ISO 14396	370.00 hp (275.91 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349	367.00 hp (273.68 kw)
No Engine De-rating Required Below	12,500.00 ft (3,810.00 m)
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 Net (SAE J1349)	1,564.00 lbs ft (2,120.47 nm)
Peak Engine Torque Speed	1200 rpm
Stroke	6.20 in (15.75 cm)

Operating Weights

Center Axle - Empty	9,987.00 lbs (4,530.03 kg)
Center Axle - Loaded	37,236.00 lbs (16,889.99 kg)
Center Axle - Rated Load	27,249.00 lbs (12,359.95 kg)
Front Axle - Empty	32,882.00 lbs (14,915.04 kg)
Front Axle - Loaded	40,113.00 lbs (18,194.97 kg)
Front Axle - Rated Load	7,231.00 lbs (3,279.93 kg)
Rear Axle - Empty	9,436.00 lbs (4,280.10 kg)
Rear Axle - Loaded	36,685.00 lbs (16,640.06 kg)
Rear Axle - Rated Load	27,249.00 lbs (12,359.95 kg)
Total - Empty	52,305.00 lbs (23,725.18 kg)
Total - Loaded	114,034.00 lbs (51,725.02 kg)
Total - Rated Load	61,729.00 lbs (27,999.84 kg)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	21.90 gal (82.89 l)
DEF Tank	5.20 gal (19.68 l)
DEF Tank (ISO 2224-1)	5.30 gal (20.06 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)

Sound Levels

Interior Cab

76 dB(A)

Steering System

Lock to Lock

4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm

Transmission

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	34.00 mph (54.72 kph)
Reverse - 1	6.00 mph (9.66 kph)

Turning Circle

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

Long Wheel Base	215.20 in (546.61 cm)
Standard Wheel Base	156.70 in (398.02 cm)

Caterpillar 730C2s currently for sale

A Caterpillar 730C2 From Boyd CAT for $194,500.00 USD

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A Caterpillar 730C2 From Madisa - Maquinas Diesel S.A. DE C.V. for Call for Price

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