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730 Articulated Truck

Engine Model

Cat® C13B

Cat® C13B

Rated Payload

31 ton (US)

28 t

Heaped (SAE 2:1)

23 yd³

17.5 m³

Overview

Haul more, dump more with the Cat® 730 articulated truck. With a 31-ton (28-tonne) payload capacity, it’s designed to boost productivity—especially on compact jobsites. Pass-matched with Cat excavators and loaders, you can move more material efficiently and with less effort.

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Features

Details

Specifications

Spec Value
Engine Model Cat® C13B Cat® C13B
Gross Power (SAE J1995) 375 hp 280 kW
Net Power (SAE J1349) 367 hp 274 kW
Engine Power (ISO 14396) 370 hp 276 kW
Bore 5.1 in 130 mm
Stroke 6.2 in 157 mm
Displacement 762.8 in³ 12.5 l
Note (1) Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture. Advertised power is tested per the specified standard in effect at the time of manufacture.
Note (2) Advertised power is tested at 1,800 rpm. Advertised power is tested at 1,800 rpm.
Note (3) Net power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler, and fan at minimum speed. Net 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. Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 274 kW (367 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note (5) Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014, and Korea Stage V emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014, and Korea Stage V emission standards.
Note (6) Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22241-1:2006. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications. Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22241-1:2006. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.
No Engine De-rating Below 12500 ft 3810 m
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) 1579 lbf·ft 2141 N·m
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) 1554 lbf·ft 2107 N·m
Peak Engine Torque Speed 1200 r/min 1200 r/min
Spec Value
Rated Payload 31 ton (US) 28 t
Spec Value
Heaped (SAE 2:1) 23 yd³ 17.5 m³
Struck 18.2 yd³ 13.9 m³
Tailgate Heaped SAE 2:1 24.6 yd³ 18.8 m³
Tailgate Struck 19.1 yd³ 14.6 m³
Spec Value
Forward – 1 5 mile/h 8 km/h
Forward – 2 9 mile/h 15 km/h
Forward – 3 14 mile/h 22 km/h
Forward – 4 21 mile/h 34 km/h
Forward – 5 29 mile/h 47 km/h
Forward – 6 34 mile/h 55 km/h
Reverse – 1 6 mile/h 9 km/h
Spec Value
Note (1) The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 70 +/- 1 when ISO 6396:2008 is used to measure the value for an enclosed cab. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the cooling fan’s maximum speed. The sound level may vary at different cooling fan speeds. The measurement was conducted with the cab doors and the cab windows closed. The cab was properly installed and maintained. The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 70 +/- 1 when ISO 6396:2008 is used to measure the value for an enclosed cab. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the cooling fan’s maximum speed. The sound level may vary at different cooling fan speeds. The measurement was conducted with the cab doors and the cab windows closed. The cab was properly installed and maintained.
Note (2) Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab or when not properly maintained or with doors/windows open for extended periods or in noisy environments. Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab or when not properly maintained or with doors/windows open for extended periods or in noisy environments.
Spec Value
Front Axle – Empty 31658 lb 14360 kg
Center Axle – Empty 10340 lb 4690 kg
Rear Axle – Empty 9833 lb 4460 kg
Total – Empty 51831 lb 23510 kg
Front Axle – Rated Load 7165 lb 3250 kg
Center Axle – Rated Load 27282 lb 12375 kg
Rear Axle – Rated Load 27282 lb 12375 kg
Total – Rated Load 61729 lb 28000 kg
Front Axle – Loaded 38823 lb 17610 kg
Center Axle – Loaded 37622 lb 17065 kg
Rear Axle – Loaded 37115 lb 16835 kg
Total – Loaded 113560 lb 51510 kg
Spec Value
Type High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel
Spec Value
Front Plate 0.28 in 7 mm
Base Plate 0.51 in 13 mm
Side Plates 0.43 in 11 mm
Spec Value
Fuel Tank 106 gal (US) 400 l
DEF Tank 9 gal (US) 34 l
Cooling System 22 gal (US) 83 l
Hydraulic System 32 gal (US) 123 l
Engine Crankcase 11.4 gal (US) 43 l
Transmission 12.4 gal (US) 47 l
Final Drives/Differential 33 gal (US) 125 l
Output Transfer Gear Box 7 gal (US) 25 l
Spec Value
Raise Time 12 s 12 s
Lower Time 8 s 8 s
Spec Value
Brakes ISO 3450:2011 ISO 3450:2011
Cab – FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level II ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Cab – ROPS ISO 3471:2008 ISO 3471:2008
Steering ISO 5010:2019 ISO 5010:2019
Spec Value
Turning Dimensions – Steer Angle – Left/Right 45° 45°
Turning Dimensions – SAE Turning Radius 294 in 7470 mm
Turning Dimensions – Clearance Radius 318 in 8075 mm
Turning Dimensions – Inside Radius 153 in 3879 mm
Turning Dimensions – Aisle Width 210 in 5332 mm
Note Dimensions are for machines equipped with 23.5R25 tires. Dimensions are for machines equipped with 23.5R25 tires.
Spec Value
Lock to Lock 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm
Spec Value
Hydraulic Excavators: 350/352 – Passes 4-5 4-5
Hydraulic Excavators: 336 – Passes 5-6 5-6
Wheel Loaders: 972/972 XE – Passes 3-4 3-4
Wheel Loaders: 966/966 XE – Passes 4 4
Wheel Loader: 962 – Passes 4-5 4-5
Wheel Loader: 950 – Passes 5 5
Note An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 730 is an excellent match for the Cat 350/352 and 336 Hydraulic Excavators and Cat 972, 966, 962, and 950 Wheel Loaders. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved. An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. The 730 is an excellent match for the Cat 350/352 and 336 Hydraulic Excavators and Cat 972, 966, 962, and 950 Wheel Loaders. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.

Standard Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Sun visor
  • Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
  • Adjustable air vents
  • Machine operation monitoring system includes:
    – Action lamp
    – Engine oil pressure
    – Primary steering system
    – Left and right turn signal
    – High beam
    – Coolant temperature
    – Tachometer
    – Parking brake
    – Fuel level
    – Transmission oil temperature
    – Brake system
    – Transmission hold
    – Hoist control
    – Hydraulic system
    – Charging system
    – Retarder
    – Transmission fault
    – Traction control system
    – Check engine lamp
  • Seats:
    – Operator: fully adjustable, air suspension
    – Trainer: padded with lap belt
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
  • Liquid Crystal Display (LCD):
    – Alert indicator
    – Selected gear and direction
    – Speed or auto shift
    – Review Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM)
    – Primary steering failure warning
    – Seat belt warning
    – Secondary steering failure warning
    – Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration filter
    – Secondary steering energy source engaged
    – Hour meter
    – Retarder active
  • Mirrors: exterior
  • Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
  • Air conditioning
  • Glass windows:
    – Front, laminated and tinted
    – Sides and rear, toughened and tinted
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Combined gear selection and hoist control lever
  • Storage:
    – Cup holder
    – Flask receptacle
    – Under seat storage
    – Door pocket
    – Behind operator seat storage
    – Coat hook
  • Windows opening both sides, tinted
  • Retractable belt: Operator seat and second seat
  • Heater and defroster with four-speed fan

TECHNOLOGY

  • Cat® Detect with Stability Assist
  • Product Link Cellular PLE643

ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING

  • Electrical system: 24-volt, 10A 24- to 12-volt converter
  • Remote starting receptacle (cables not included)
  • Horn
  • Lighting systems:
    – Cab interior
    – Two head lamps
    – Two width marker
    – Two reversing
    – Work light/cab access light
    – Two stop/tail lights
    – Front and rear direction indicators
  • Main disconnect switch
  • Batteries (two) maintenance free

POWERTRAIN

  • CX31 transmission
  • Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
  • Retarder: engine compression brake
  • Auto shift six-speed forward and single-speed reverse transmission
  • Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter- and cross-axle differential locks
  • Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package
  • Cat C13B engine
  • Three axle, six-wheel drive

SAFETY

  • Rollover protective structure/falling objects protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) cab
  • Reverse alarm
  • Rearview camera

GUARDS

  • Radiator
  • Rear window
  • Front dump body spill guard, integral part of fabricated body
  • Crankcase

OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT

  • S·O·S sampling valves
  • Tires, six 23.5R25, radial
  • Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
  • Sound suppression (standard in some countries*)
    *Countries are EU countries plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein, Switzerland, Türkiye and UK.
  • Vandalism protection: lockable caps

Optional Equipment

NOTE

  • Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT

  • Infrared glass – high ambient cab
  • Mirrors, heated motorized
  • Radio, Bluetooth® stereo system
  • Seat, heated/cooled
  • Operator, seat belt, four-point
  • Window blinds
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)

TECHNOLOGY

  • Cat Payload monitoring system
  • Operator Coaching
  • Product Link Dual PLE683

ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING

  • Cold weather start attachment
  • Engine block heater
  • Ether start
  • Flashing LED beacon
  • Roof mounted LED work lights

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

  • Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings
  • Bare chassis (no body) long wheel base
  • Bare chassis (no body) standard wheel base
  • Body liners
  • Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
  • Exhaust heated body
  • Fuel additive – anti-waxing
  • Wheel chocks
  • Tires, six 750/65R25, radial
  • Fast fuel fill
  • Scissor tailgate

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