745 Bare Chassis Articulated Truck
Articulated Truck Bare Chassis
Details
Standard Wheel Base
180.7 in
Rated Payload
55 ton (US)
Engine Model
Cat® C18
Overview
Customization to Work for Your Application.
The Cat® OEM 745 Bare Chassis is available in both standard and long wheel base. With up to a 49.9 tonnes (55 tons) capacity, the 745 bare chassis offers proven reliability, durability, high productivity, superior operator comfort and lower operating costs. The long wheel base configuration accommodates longer specialty OEM bodies, while retaining high-quality steering, braking, and ride characteristics.
Cat chassis are the right choice for specialty truck bodies (coal, trash), water trucks, fuel and lube, service vehicles, container carriers, hook lifts and other machine derivatives. These specialty machines have proven themselves in construction, industrial, waste, material handling, quarry, and mining projects worldwide.
Benefits
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A uniquely combined hoist and transmission lever allows for easy operation which suits a wide range of operator experience.
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Quieter, more spacious cab with improved visibility helps operators work more productively throughout the day.
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Safety features help increase operator confidence by providing a safer operation. The Operator-presence detection system applies parking brake if gear is engaged and operator is not seated.
Features at a Glance
- Long Wheel Base
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- The 745 can be ordered with or without hoist cylinders, and in standard wheel base (SWB) or long wheel base (LWB) configurations through your local Cat dealer.
- Water Truck Applications
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- Cat® Articulated Truck Bare Chassis are rugged and reliable platforms for water truck applications in both mining and construction projects.
- Using an articulated truck bare chassis provides a flexible solution that is ideal for dust suppression, road construction, fire protection, and other applications.
- Caterpillar works with OEMs worldwide to match various size water tanks with our bare chassis machines, all through your local Cat dealer, to provide the best solution for your business.
- Service Truck Applications
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- Cat Articulated Truck Bare Chassis are rugged and reliable platforms for service truck applications in both mining and construction projects.
- Using an articulated truck bare chassis provides a flexible solution that is ideal for delivering fuel and preventive maintenance lubrication to your site's machine fleet.
- Caterpillar works with OEMs worldwide to match various size service tanks with our bare chassis machines, all through your local Cat dealer, to provide the best solution for your business.
- Specialty Body Applications
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- Cat Articulated Truck Bare Chassis are rugged and reliable platforms for specialty body applications.
- Using an articulated truck bare chassis provides a flexible solution that is ideal for hauling coal or waste, container trucks or hooklifts, cable reel trucks, and other applications.
- Caterpillar works with OEMs worldwide to match various size service tanks with our bare chassis machines, all through your local Cat dealer, to provide the best solution for your business.
- Forestry Applications
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- Cat Articulated Truck Bare Chassis are rugged and reliable platforms for forestry applications.
- Using an articulated truck bare chassis provides a flexible solution that is ideal for hauling logs and other applications.
- Caterpillar works with OEMs worldwide to match various size service tanks with our bare chassis machines, all through your local Cat dealer, to provide the best solution for your business.
Specifications
Full Specifications
- Engine
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Engine Model
Cat® C18Bore
5.7 inStroke
7.2 inDisplacement
1106 in³Gross Power - SAE J1995
511 HPNet Power - SAE J1349
496 HPPeak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349)
1887 lb/ftPeak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995)
1931 lb/ftNet Power - ISO 14396
447 HPPeak Engine Torque Speed
1200 r/minNo Engine De-rating Required Below
10000 ftEngine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)/Korea Tier 4 Final
Cat® C18
- Wheel Base Length
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Standard Wheel Base
180.7 inLong Wheel Base
228.4 in
- Weights
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Rated Payload
55 ton (US)
- Transmission
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Forward - 1
3.8 mile/hForward - 2
5 mile/hForward - 3
7 mile/hForward - 4
8.8 mile/hForward - 5
11.6 mile/hForward - 6
14.2 mile/hForward - 7
19.6 mile/hForward - 8
23.5 mile/hForward - 9
34 mile/hReverse - 1
4 mile/hReverse - 2
9.1 mile/h
- Service Refill Capacities
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Fuel Tank
145.3 gal (US)DEF Tank
5.3 gal (US)Cooling System
23.7 gal (US)Brake Cooling Tank
17.7 gal (US)Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System
36.9 gal (US)Engine Crankcase
13.7 gal (US)Transmission - OTG
19.8 gal (US)Final Drive - Each
1.3 gal (US)Axles - Each
15.8 gal (US)Final Drives/Differential
33 gal (US)
- Sound Levels
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Interior Cab
72 dB(A)
- Standards
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Brakes
ISO 3450:2011Cab - FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level IICab - ROPS
ISO 3471:2008Steering
ISO 5010:2019
- Steering
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Lock to Lock
4.8 seconds at 60 rpm
- Turning Circle
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Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius
356 inTurning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right
45°Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius
340 inTurning Dimensions - Inside Radius
174 inTurning Dimensions - Aisle Width
233 inNote
Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5 R25 tires.
Equipment
- Standard Equipment
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For more information on 745 Bare Chassis options, please contact Caterpillar OEM Solutions at <a href="mailto:oem_solutions@cat.com">oem_solutions@cat.com</a>.
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)
- 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 - Storage:
– Cup holder
– Flask receptacle
– Under seat storage
– Door pocket
– Behind seat storage
– Coat hook - Seats:
– Fully adjustable, air suspension
– Padded trainer with lap belt - Two seat belts, operator's retractable
- Window blinds
- Touch screen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
- Windows opening side, tinted
- Mirrors: extensive arrangement for improved visibility
- Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
- Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
- Heater and defroster with variable speed fan
- Air conditioning with R134A refrigerant
- Sun visor
- Combined gear selection and hoist control lever
- Glass windows:
– Front, laminated and tinted
– Sides and rear, toughened and tinted - Liquid Crystal Display (LCD):
– Alert indicator
– Selected gear and direction
– Speed or auto shift
– Review Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM)
– Primary steering failure
– Seat belt warning
– Secondary steering failure
– Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration filter
– Machine Security System (MSS)
– Secondary steering energy source engaged
– Hour meter
– Retarder active
CAT TECHNOLOGIES
- Product Link: PL641 (cellular)
- Cat Detect with Stability Assist
ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
- Batteries (two) maintenance free
- Electrical system: 24-volt, 5A 24- to 12-volt converter
- Horn
- Lighting systems:
– Cab interior
– Two head lamps
– Two width marker
– Two reversing
– Work light
– Two stop/tail lights
– Front and rear direction indicators - Main disconnect switch
- Remote starting receptacle (cables not included)
POWER TRAIN
- Auto shift nine-speed forward and two reverse transmission
- Cat C18 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
- ROPS/FOPS cab
GUARDS
- Rear window
- Radiator
- Crankcase
- Axle
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- S·O·S sampling valves
- Tires, six 29.5R25, radial
- Vandalism protection: lockable caps for fuel tank and hydraulic oil tank
- Optional Equipment
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NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
- Auto lube installation for automatic greasing of bearings
- Bare chassis (no body) long wheel base
- Bluetooth radio stereo system
- Cat Production Measurement payload monitoring system
- Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
- Cold weather start attachment
- Engine block heater
- Ether start
- Fast fuel fill
- Fender extension
- Flashing LED beacon
- Four-point seat belt
- Fuel additive – anti-waxing
- Heated rearview motorized mirrors
- Machine Security System (MSS)
- Product Link Elite: PLE631 (satellite)
- Roof mounted High Intensity Discharge (HID) work lights
- Seat (deluxe) heated/cooled, half leather, air adjustable lumbar and air adjustable bolsters
- Sound suppression
- 875/65 R29 wide tires