Articulated Dump Truck2019–presentEurope

Caterpillar 745

33,400 kg496 hpMarket avg. €277k · 13 listed · 6 below market

Side elevationCaterpillar 745
Caterpillar 745 side elevation
Operating weight
33,400 kg
Length
11,430 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · articulated dump truck
Live market

13 active asks across Europe

Market avg.€277k

Asking prices land at €210k – €350k, around 249% above the market average.

NL
€94k
DK
€60k
PL
€83k
BE
€62k
CZ
€49k
  • 201811,406 hrs · NL · dealer name hidden€125k
  • 20199,803 hrs · BE · dealer name hidden€210k
  • 201911,792 hrs · BE · dealer name hidden€210k
  • 201812,302 hrs · BE · dealer name hidden€210k
Based on 13 active dealer listings across our network.As of 15 Sept 2026

How much does a used Caterpillar 745 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Caterpillar 745 listings currently run from €210,000 to €350,000, with a market average around €277,292. 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 745 lines up in its class.

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

 
Caterpillar
745
2019–present
Komatsu
HM400
2001–present
Bell
B45E
At a glance
Weight class
45 t
40 t
41 t
Power
Engine
Cat C18 ACERT
SAA6D140E-7
Mercedes-Benz OM502 LA
Power
496 hp
473 hp
495–523 hp
Peak torque
2,619 Nm
2,460 Nm
Dimensions
Operating weight
33,400 kg
33,500 kg
32,326–33,500 kg
Length
11,430 mm
11,100 mm
10,130–11,184 mm
Width
3,420 mm
3,450 mm
3,738–4,550 mm
Height
4,040 mm
3,850 mm
3,700–3,802 mm
Working range
Payload
41,000 kg
40,000 kg
41,000 kg
Body capacity (heaped)
25 m³
23.5 m³
26–29.5 m³
Drive
Top speed
54.7 km/h
56 km/h
55 km/h
Turning radius
8,636 mm
8,800 mm
8,655–9,235 mm
Market
Market average ask · EU
€277k
€107k
Price range
€210k€350k
€100k€115k
Active listings
13
0
3
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · Caterpillar 745

Overview

The Caterpillar 745 is a large articulated dump truck with an operating weight of 33,400 kg and an engine output of 496 hp, placing it in the upper tier of the articulated hauler segment. Produced continuously since 2019, it represents Caterpillar's current-generation offering in this payload class. The machine is designed to deliver high-volume material movement in demanding cycle conditions where reliability and powertrain durability are primary considerations.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Articulated dump trucks in this weight and power class are deployed on large-scale earthmoving, quarrying, open-cast mining, and infrastructure construction projects where haul routes are unpaved or otherwise unsuitable for rigid-frame trucks. The 745 is suited to high-cycle, short-to-medium haul operations where an articulated chassis provides traction and maneuverability advantages over rigid alternatives. Typical site types include dam construction, road and highway development, and major site preparation contracts.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

Inspection of an articulated dump truck in this class should prioritise the articulation joint and steering cylinder condition, as wear in these areas directly affects control and safety. The front and rear axle differentials, inter-axle locks, and transmission should be assessed via oil sampling and operational test across all drive modes. Engine hours should be verified against service records rather than instrument display alone. Body wear, hinge points, and the ejector or tailgate mechanism warrant close visual inspection given the abrasive duty cycles typical of this machine type. Tyre condition across all six positions represents a significant variable in overall machine readiness and should be individually assessed. A full systems check of the onboard monitoring and payload management electronics is advisable before purchase.

Current market

Price position

Within the upper articulated hauler class, the Caterpillar 745 is most directly cross-shopped against the Bell B45E and the Komatsu HM400. At 496 hp and 33,400 kg operating weight, the 745 sits in a closely contested band where buyers evaluate powertrain specification, drivetrain configuration, and brand support network alongside the machine itself. The Bell B45E competes on a well-established independent lineage and strong southern-hemisphere market presence, while the Komatsu HM400 offers an alternative drivetrain philosophy and a comparably sized footprint. Within the 745's own price band, the attributes that move an individual machine up or down include recorded operating hours, service history documentation, body and tailgate condition, tyre remaining life, and whether optional features such as a body-liner system or upgraded suspension package are fitted.

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