Used Caterpillar 740: 13 live listings, €175k–€348k

How much does a used Caterpillar 740 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 740 listings currently run from €175,000 to €348,000, with a market average around €232,875. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 13 active listings, refreshed daily.

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Specification · Comparison

How the 740 lines up in its class.

Nearest competitors auto-selected by category and weight class. Specs from manufacturer datasheets; prices from recent dealer listings.

Caterpillar

740

At a glance

Weight class

40 t

Power

Engine

Cat C15 ACERT

SAA6D140E-7

Volvo D12C AAE2

Power

445 hp

473 hp

420 hp

Peak torque

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2,057 Nm

Dimensions

Operating weight

33,100 kg

33,500 kg

31,270 kg

Length

10,890 mm

11,100 mm

11,290 mm

Width

3,432 mm

3,450 mm

3,269 mm

Height

3,746 mm

3,850 mm

3,746 mm

Working range

Payload

38,000 kg

40,000 kg

37,000 kg

Body capacity (heaped)

24 m³

23.5 m³

22.5 m³

Drive

Top speed

54.7 km/h

56 km/h

Turning radius

8,595 mm

8,800 mm

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Market

Market average ask · EU

€233k

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€51k

Price range

€175k – €348k

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€51k – €51k

Active listings

13

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About · Caterpillar 740

Overview

The Caterpillar 740 is a large articulated dump truck with an operating weight of 33,100 kg and an engine output of 445 hp, placing it firmly in the upper tier of the articulated hauler class. Built around Cat's established powertrain and articulated-frame architecture, it is designed to deliver high payload capacity and reliable cycle times on demanding haul routes. The 740 competes directly in the segment occupied by machines of comparable gross vehicle weight and engine displacement, where structural integrity and drivetrain durability are primary purchasing criteria.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Articulated dump trucks in the 740's weight and power class are used primarily in earthmoving, quarrying, large-scale road construction, and civil infrastructure projects where haul roads are unpaved, uneven, or steeply graded. The articulated frame allows operation on soft or unstable ground where rigid-frame trucks would be impractical, making these machines standard equipment on dam construction, mining overburden removal, and large cut-and-fill operations. Their combination of high payload and all-wheel-drive capability suits them to projects requiring continuous, high-volume material movement under difficult underfoot conditions.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

Inspection of an articulated dump truck in this class should prioritise the articulation joint and oscillation ring, which are high-load components subject to accelerating wear if lubrication intervals have been missed. The front and rear frame sections should be examined for cracks, particularly around the hitch area and suspension mounting points. Buyers should request full service records to verify that the transmission, axles, and differential locks have been serviced to manufacturer intervals. Engine hours displayed on the cluster should be cross-referenced against telematics data where available, as discrepancies can indicate instrument replacement. Tyre wear and remaining tread depth represent a significant variable in machine readiness, and all six tyres should be inspected individually for sidewall damage and uneven wear patterns that may indicate alignment or suspension issues. Body and liner wear should be assessed relative to the material type the machine has handled, as abrasive loads accelerate floor and side-panel deterioration. Hydraulic cylinders on the body hoist circuit should be checked for seal condition and rod pitting. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent Cat-qualified technician is advisable for any machine in this weight class.

Current market

Price position

The Caterpillar 740 is cross-shopped most frequently against the Komatsu HM400 and the Volvo A40, all three occupying the same gross-weight and horsepower bracket within the articulated hauler segment. Against the Komatsu HM400, buyers typically evaluate differences in drivetrain configuration, cab ergonomics, and dealer support network reach. Against the Volvo A40, the comparison often centres on frame design, suspension articulation characteristics, and the depth of the respective service and parts ecosystems. Within the 740's own price band, the attributes that drive spread between individual units are accumulated operating hours, whether the machine carries a single-owner or multi-owner history, geographic service record completeness, tyre condition and remaining life, body liner wear, the presence or absence of a factory-fitted tailgate, and whether an active maintenance contract transfers with the machine. Machines in demonstrably lower-hours condition with full service documentation and original attachments intact will consistently command stronger positioning within the band than high-hours units with incomplete records.

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