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How much can a CAT 740 haul?
43.5 tons
The new Cat® 740B with 39.5 tonnes (43.5 tons) rated payload offers proven reliability and durability, high productivity, superior operator comfort and lower operating costs.
How much fuel does a haul truck use?
Idling a heavy-duty truck consumes about 0.8 gallon of fuel per hour. Even when diesel costs as little as $2.50 a gallon, fuel for one 10-hour rest period will cost $20. Typically, a long-haul truck idles about 1,800 hours per year, using about 1,500 gallons of diesel.
Why do semi trucks idle all night?
The primary reason that truckers leaving their trucks idling during the night is to regulate the temperature inside their truck while they are sleeping. Many times, the insulation of the cab is good enough that drivers can sleep comfortably in the cab of their truck.
How much does a Volvo a40g weigh?
Technical specifications for A40G
| Payload capacity | 43 sh tn |
|---|---|
| Body volume, SAE 2:1 heap | 31.4 yd³ |
| Net weight | 65,918 lbs |
| Gross weight | 151,898 lbs |
| Engine | Volvo D13J |
How fast can a rock truck go?
Transmission
| Forward – 1 | 8 mile/h 12.9 km/h |
|---|---|
| Forward – 5 | 27.1 mile/h 43.6 km/h |
| Forward – 6 | 37.3 mile/h 60 km/h |
| Reverse | 7.3 mile/h 11.8 km/h |
| Top Speed – Loaded | 37.3 mile/h 60 km/h |
Why do truckers leave their lights on?
The lights are left on so the driver can identify, and make his way back to his truck, when he gets up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom.
What is the specalog for 740B articulated truck?
as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without permission. AEHQ6072 (2-2011) Title Specalog for 740B Articulated Truck AEHQ6072-00 Author Caterpillar Inc. Subject 740B Articulated Truck Keywords
How much does a 740B engine weigh?
Specalog for 740B Articulated Truck AEHQ6072-00 740B Articulated Truck Engine Weights Engine Model Tier 4 Interim/EU Stage IIIB Cat® C15 ACERT™ Rated Payload 39.5 tonnes 43.5 tons Gross Power SAE J1995 365 kW 489 hp Body Capacities Net Power ISO 14396 361 kW 484 hp Heaped SAE 2:1 24
Why choose a 740B dump truck?
Cycle Times Fast body raise and lower times mean less time spent in the dump area. Load-Carrying Capacity The 740B has a large target area to provide consistently high load-carrying capacity. Its diverging low design gives clean load ejection, which maximizes production and avoids the waste of material carry-back. Output Transfer Gear
What kind of transmission does a caterpillar 740B have?
Powering the machine, the Caterpillar 740B is home to a brand new and improved transmission. The 7-speed trans uses torque-based shifts, and moving between gears is smoother than ever. These redesigns further improve the comfort and productivity for the operator.