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Caterpillar
730 EJ Articulated Truck
Engine Model
Cat® C13
Cat® C13
Rated Payload
30 ton (US)
27.1 t
Heaped (SAE 2:1)
22.1 yd³
16.9 m³
Overview
The Cat® 730 EJ features a world-class cab design, re-engineered using global operator feedback to advance comfort and ease of operation. Enhancements include new controls, transmission-protection features, hoist-assist system, advanced automatic traction control system, stability-assist machine rollover warning system, and a fuel saving ECO mode.
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Details
Specifications
Engine
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cat® C13 Cat® C13 |
| 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) | The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, aftertreatment and fan at minimum speed. The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, aftertreatment 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, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Korea Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. |
| Note (6) | Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in ISO 22241-1. 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. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue® or API certifications. |
| No Engine De-rating Required Below | 12500 ft 3810 m |
| Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) | 1579 lbf·ft 2141 N·m |
| Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) | 1564 lbf·ft 2120 N·m |
| Peak Engine Torque Speed | 1200 r/min 1200 r/min |
Weights
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated Payload | 30 ton (US) 27.1 t |
Air Conditioning System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. • If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.1 kg (2.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.716 metric tonnes (1.891 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. • If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.1 kg (2.4 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.716 metric tonnes (1.891 tons). |
Body Capacities
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Heaped (SAE 2:1) | 22.1 yd³ 16.9 m³ |
| Struck | 17.7 yd³ 13.5 m³ |
Transmission
| 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 |
Sound Levels
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Interior Cab | 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 72 dB(A) 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 72 dB(A) 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 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 doors/ windows open for extended periods or in noisy environments. |
Operating Weights
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Front Axle – Empty | 34723 lb 15750 kg |
| Center Axle – Empty | 12214 lb 5540 kg |
| Rear Axle – Empty | 11707 lb 5310 kg |
| Total – Empty | 58643 lb 26600 kg |
| Front Axle – Rated Load | 1433 lb 650 kg |
| Center Axle – Rated Load | 29156 lb 13225 kg |
| Rear Axle – Rated Load | 29156 lb 13225 kg |
| Total – Rated Load | 59745 lb 27100 kg |
| Front Axle – Loaded | 35009 lb 15880 kg |
| Center Axle – Loaded | 41502 lb 18825 kg |
| Rear Axle – Loaded | 41017 lb 18605 kg |
| Total – Loaded | 117528 lb 53310 kg |
Body Plate
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel High strength Brinell HB450 wear resistant steel |
Eject/Retract Times
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Eject Time | 12 s 12 s |
| Retract Time | 15 s 15 s |
Service Refill Capacities
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 108.8 gal (US) 412 l |
| DEF Tank | 5.3 gal (US) 20 l |
| Cooling System | 21.9 gal (US) 83 l |
| Hydraulic System | 29.1 gal (US) 110 l |
| Engine Crankcase | 10 gal (US) 38 l |
| Transmission | 12.4 gal (US) 47 l |
| Final Drives/Differential | 33 gal (US) 125 l |
| Output Transfer Gear Box | 6.3 gal (US) 24 l |
Standards
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Brakes | ISO 3450 – 2011 ISO 3450 – 2011 |
| Cab – FOPS | ISO 3449 Level II – 2005 ISO 3449 Level II – 2005 |
| Cab – ROPS | ISO 3471 – 2008 ISO 3471 – 2008 |
| Steering | ISO 5010 – 2019 ISO 5010 – 2019 |
Turning Circle
| 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 | 152 in 3849 mm |
| Turning Dimensions – Aisle Width | 214 in 5424 mm |
| Note | Dimensions are for machines equipped with 750/65 R25 tires. Dimensions are for machines equipped with 750/65 R25 tires. |
Steering
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Lock to Lock | 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm 4.75 seconds @ 60 rpm |
Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Excavators: 349/352 – 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 EJ is an excellent match for the Cat 349/352 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 EJ is an excellent match for the Cat 349/352 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
- Adjustable air vents
- Combined gear selection and eject control lever
- Glass windows:
– Front, laminated and tinted
– Sides and rear, toughened and tinted - Air conditioning
- Heater and defroster with four-speed fan
- Mirrors: exterior
- 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
– Eject control
– Hydraulic system
– Charging system
– Retarder
– Transmission fault
– Traction control system
– Check engine lamp - 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
– Machine Security System (MSS) ready
– Secondary steering energy source engaged
– Hour meter
– Retarder active - Seats:
– Operator: fully adjustable, air suspension
– Trainer: padded with lap belt - Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
- Storage:
– Cup holder
– Flask receptacle
– Under seat storage
– Door pocket
– Behind operator seat storage
– Coat hook - Sun visor
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
- Retractable belt: Operator seat and second seat
- Windows opening both sides, tinted
- Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
TECHNOLOGY
- Product Link™ Cellular PLE643
- Cat Detect with Stability Assist
ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
- Batteries (two) maintenance free
- Electrical system: 24-volt, 10A 24- to 12-volt converter
- 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
- Remote starting receptacle (cables not included)
POWERTRAIN
- Auto shift six-speed forward and one reverse transmission
- Cat C13 engine
- Cat Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package
- Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter- and cross-axle differential locks
- Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
- Retarder: engine compression brake
- Three axle, six-wheel drive
SAFETY
- Reverse alarm
- Rearview camera
- Rollover protective structure/falling objects protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) cab
GUARDS
- Rear window
- Radiator
- Crankcase
- Front dump body spill guard
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- Mud flaps: wheel arch and body mounted with transportation tiebacks
- S·O·S sampling valves
- Tires, six 750/65 R25 radial
- Vandalism protection: lockable caps
- Sound suppression (standard in some countries*)
* Countries are EU countries plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein, Switzerland, Türkiye and UK. - Hydraulic tailgate
Optional Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Mirrors, heated motorized
- Operator seat belt, four-point
- Radio, Bluetooth® stereo system
- Seat, heated/cooled
TECHNOLOGY
- Cat Payload monitoring system
- Product Link Dual PLE683
ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
- Engine block heater
- Cold weather start attachment
- Ether start
- Flashing LED beacon
- Roof mounted LED work lights
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings
- Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
- Exhaust heated body
- Machine Security System (MSS)
- Fast fuel fill
- Fuel additive – anti-waxing
- Wheel chocks