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745 Bare Chassis Articulated Truck

At a glance data:

Engine Model:
Cat® C18
Bore:
5.7in
Rated Payload:
55ton (US)

Overview

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.

Category:
Articulated Truck Bare Chassis

Brand:
Cat

Engine

Engine Model:
Cat® C18
Bore:
5.7in
Stroke:
7.2in
Displacement:
1106in³
Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014:
511hp
Net Power - SAE J1349:2011:
496hp
Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349):
1887lb/ft
Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995):
1931lb/ft
Net Power - ISO 14396:
447hp
Peak Engine Torque Speed:
1200r/min
No Engine De-rating Required Below:
10000ft
Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)/Korea Tier 4 Final:
Cat® C18

Wheel Base Length

Standard Wheel Base:
180.7in
Long Wheel Base:
228.4in

Weights

Rated Payload:
55ton (US)

Transmission

Forward - 1:
3.8mile/h
Forward - 2:
5mile/h
Forward - 3:
7mile/h
Forward - 4:
8.8mile/h
Forward - 5:
11.6mile/h
Forward - 6:
14.2mile/h
Forward - 7:
19.6mile/h
Forward - 8:
23.5mile/h
Forward - 9:
34mile/h
Reverse - 1:
4mile/h
Reverse - 2:
9.1mile/h

Service Refill Capacities

Fuel Tank:
145.3gal (US)
DEF Tank:
5.3gal (US)
Cooling System:
23.7gal (US)
Brake Cooling Tank:
17.7gal (US)
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System:
36.9gal (US)
Engine Crankcase:
13.7gal (US)
Transmission - OTG:
19.8gal (US)
Final Drive - Each:
1.3gal (US)
Axles - Each:
15.8gal (US)
Final Drives/Differential:
33gal (US)

Sound Levels

Interior Cab:
72dB(A)

Standards

Brakes:
ISO 3450:2011
Cab - FOPS:
ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Cab - ROPS:
ISO 3471:2008
Steering:
ISO 5010:2019

Steering

Lock to Lock:
4.8 seconds at 60 rpm

Turning Circle

Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius:
356in
Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right:
45°
Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius:
340in
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius:
174in
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width:
233in
Note:
Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5 R25 tires.

Standard Equipment

for more information on 745 bare chassis options, please contact caterpillar oem solutions at oem_solutions@cat.com.

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

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