# 2003 Caterpillar 740 **URL:** > This machine has been sold or is not currently for sale. ## Listing details - **Price:** Sold - **Listing ID:** 87339996 - **Year:** 2003 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 740 - **Category:** Off-Highway Trucks - **Hours:** 14529 - **Serial number:** CAT00740JAXM00749 - **Location:** Burnaby, BC - **Auction starts:** 2026-09-09 ## Description Air Conditioner, Retarder, E-Stops, Body Extensions, Tailgate, Fast Fuel Fill, 29.5R25 Tires Closing Time: 2026-09-16 11:04:15 AM ## Manufacturer specifications ### Body Capacities - **Heaped (SAE 2:1) (since 2026):** 29.7 cu yd - **Struck (since 2026):** 23.2 cu yd - **Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1 (since 2026):** 32 cu yd - **Tailgate Struck (since 2026):** 24.4 cu yd ### Body Hoist - **Lower Time (since 2026):** 12 s - **Raise Time (since 2026):** 12 s ### Body Plate - **Type (since 2026):** High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel ### Body Plate Thickness - **Base Plate (since 2026):** 0.51 in (1.3 cm) - **Front Plate (since 2026):** 0.28 in (0.71 cm) - **Side Plates (since 2026):** 0.43 in (1.09 cm) ### Dimensions - **Height:** 12.25 ft (3.73 m) - **Length:** 35.5833 ft (10.85 m) - **Weight:** 73000 lbs (33112.28 kg) - **Width:** 11.25 ft (3.43 m) ### Engine - **Bore (since 2026):** 5.4 in (13.72 cm) - **Displacement (since 2026):** 926 cu in (15174.45 cu cm) - **Engine Model (since 2026):** Cat® C15 - **Engine Power (ISO 14396) (since 2026):** 447 hp (333.33 kw) - **Gross Power (SAE J1995) (since 2026):** 452 hp (337.06 kw) - **Net Power (SAE J1349) (since 2026):** 439 hp (327.37 kw) - **No Engine De-rating Below (since 2026):** 10000 ft (3048 m) - **Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) (since 2026):** 1711 lbs ft (2319.77 nm) - **Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) (since 2026):** 1670 lbs ft (2264.19 nm) - **Peak Engine Torque Speed (since 2026):** 1200 r/min - **Stroke (since 2026):** 6.75 in (17.14 cm) ### General Specifications - **Articulated/Rigid (since 2019):** A - **Drive Configuration (since 2019):** 6WD - **Engine Type (since 2019):** Cat C15 ACERT - **Mfg. Model (since 2019):** 740 - **Operating Weight (since 2019):** 71,377 lbs (32376.1 kg) - **Planetary Powershift Transmission (since 2019):** Powershift w/ lockup torque converter - **Rated Payload (since 2019):** 40 t (40000 kg) ### Operating Weights - **Center Axle - Empty (since 2026):** 14804 lbs (6714.99 kg) - **Center Axle - Loaded (since 2026):** 51317 lbs (23277.03 kg) - **Center Axle - Rated Load (since 2026):** 36513 lbs (16562.04 kg) - **Front Axle - Empty (since 2026):** 43200 lbs (19595.21 kg) - **Front Axle - Loaded (since 2026):** 50201 lbs (22770.82 kg) - **Front Axle - Rated Load (since 2026):** 7002 lbs (3176.06 kg) - **Rear Axle - Empty (since 2026):** 14562 lbs (6605.22 kg) - **Rear Axle - Loaded (since 2026):** 51074 lbs (23166.81 kg) - **Rear Axle - Rated Load (since 2026):** 36513 lbs (16562.04 kg) - **Total - Empty (since 2026):** 72565 lbs (32914.97 kg) - **Total - Loaded (since 2026):** 152593 lbs (69215.11 kg) - **Total - Rated Load (since 2026):** 80027 lbs (36299.68 kg) ### Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching - **Hydraulic Excavator: 352 - Passes (since 2026):** 5-6 - **Hydraulic Excavator: 374 - Passes (since 2026):** 3-4 - **Wheel Loader: 962 - Passes (since 2026):** 5 - **Wheel Loader: 966 - Passes (since 2026):** 4-5 - **Wheel Loader: 972 - Passes (since 2026):** 3 ### Service Refill Capacities - **Axles - Each (since 2026):** 15.8 gal (59.8 l) - **Brake Cooling Tank (since 2026):** 17.7 gal (66.99 l) - **Cooling System (since 2026):** 23.7 gal (89.7 l) - **DEF Tank (since 2026):** 6.5 gal (24.6 l) - **Engine Crankcase (since 2026):** 13.7 gal (51.85 l) - **Final Drive - Each (since 2026):** 1.3 gal (4.92 l) - **Fuel Tank (since 2026):** 145.3 gal (549.96 l) - **Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System (since 2026):** 36.9 gal (139.67 l) - **Transmission - OTG (since 2026):** 19.8 gal (74.94 l) ### Sound Levels - **Interior Cab (since 2026):** 72 dB(A) ### Standards - **Brakes (since 2026):** ISO 3450 – 2011 - **Cab - FOPS (since 2026):** ISO 3449 Level II – 2005 - **Cab - ROPS (since 2026):** ISO 3471 – 2008 - **Steering (since 2026):** ISO 5010 – 2019 ### Steering - **Lock to Lock (since 2026):** 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm ### Transmission - **Forward - 1 (since 2026):** 4 mph (6.44 kph) - **Forward - 2 (since 2026):** 5.3 mph (8.53 kph) - **Forward - 3 (since 2026):** 7.3 mph (11.75 kph) - **Forward - 4 (since 2026):** 9.2 mph (14.81 kph) - **Forward - 5 (since 2026):** 12.2 mph (19.63 kph) - **Forward - 6 (since 2026):** 14.9 mph (23.98 kph) - **Forward - 7 (since 2026):** 20.6 mph (33.15 kph) - **Forward - 8 (since 2026):** 24.7 mph (39.75 kph) - **Forward - 9 (since 2026):** 35.7 mph (57.45 kph) - **Reverse - 1 (since 2026):** 4.2 mph (6.76 kph) - **Reverse - 2 (since 2026):** 9.8 mph (15.77 kph) ### Turning Circle - **Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width (since 2026):** 220 in (558.8 cm) - **Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius (since 2026):** 330 in (838.2 cm) - **Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius (since 2026):** 156 in (396.24 cm) - **Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius (since 2026):** 303 in (769.62 cm) - **Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right (since 2026):** 45 degrees ### Weights - **Rated Payload (since 2026):** 40 t (40000 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 740 is an articulated off-highway truck used in earthmoving, quarry, mining, and large-scale construction applications. It is designed for hauling heavy material over rough terrain and typically features a rear dump body, articulated steering, and all-wheel drive for improved traction and maneuverability. The 740 is part of Caterpillar's off-highway truck lineup and is commonly used in site development, road building, and material transport operations. Depending on model year and configuration, it may include advanced transmission controls, operator comfort features, and integrated service access for maintenance. The Caterpillar 740 is recognized for high-capacity hauling in demanding jobsite conditions. ## Photos ![2003 Caterpillar 740](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/21663/507/84fd26d3-afbf-3589-ba08-3a245fa7ea91-hr.jpg) ![2003 Caterpillar 740 photo 2](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/21663/507/a7706f22-767a-36e1-a3b7-bd44e0357067-hr.jpg) ![2003 Caterpillar 740 photo 3](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/21663/507/1116db24-6968-37cd-8933-0e110f0ef300-hr.jpg) ![2003 Caterpillar 740 photo 4](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/21663/507/1d4bb36f-c284-343a-9669-793423e6b69b-hr.jpg) ![2003 Caterpillar 740 photo 5](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/21663/507/60fe0b40-6af9-3d90-a746-ebd321bb3ecc-hr.jpg)