745 Bare Chassis Articulated Truck
The Cat® OEM 745 Bare Chassis is available in both standard and long wheel base. With up to a 41 tonnes (45.2 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.
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Specifications
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Model | text | Cat® C18 | ||||
| Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 | measurement | 511 | hp | 381 | kW | |
| Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 | measurement | 496 | hp | 370 | kW |
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Features & Benefits
Long Wheel Base
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
Complete Specifications
Engine
| Name | Type | Value | Unit Value (Imperial) | Unit Name | Unit Value (Metric) | Unit Name (Metric) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Model | text | Cat® C18 | ||||
| Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 | measurement | 511 | hp | 381 | kW | |
| Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 | measurement | 496 | hp | 370 | kW | |
| Bore | measurement | 5.7 | in | 145 | mm | |
| Stroke | measurement | 7.2 | in | 183 | mm | |
| Displacement | measurement | 1106 | in³ | 18.1 | l | |
| Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) | measurement | 1887 | lb/ft | 2558 | N·m | |
| Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) | measurement | 1931 | lb/ft | 2618 | N·m | |
| Net Power - ISO 14396 | measurement | 447 | hp | 333 | kW | |
| Peak Engine Torque Speed | measurement | 1200 | r/min | 1200 | r/min | |
| No Engine De-rating Required Below | measurement | 10000 | ft | 3050 | m | |
| Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV/Japan 2014 (Tier 4 Final)/Korea Tier 4 Final | text | Engine specifications shown are for highly regulated countries. Can be equipped with the C18 engine for lesser regulated countries. | ||||
| Standard Wheel Base | measurement | 180.7 | in | 4590 | mm | |
| Long Wheel Base | measurement | 228.4 | in | 5801 | mm | |
| Rated Payload | measurement | 45.2 | ton (US) | 41 | t | |
| Forward - 1 | measurement | 3.8 | mile/h | 6.1 | km/h | |
| Forward - 2 | measurement | 5 | mile/h | 8.1 | km/h | |
| Forward - 3 | measurement | 7 | mile/h | 11.2 | km/h | |
| Forward - 4 | measurement | 8.8 | mile/h | 14.1 | km/h | |
| Forward - 5 | measurement | 11.6 | mile/h | 18.7 | km/h | |
| Forward - 6 | measurement | 14.2 | mile/h | 22.9 | km/h | |
| Forward - 7 | measurement | 19.6 | mile/h | 31.5 | km/h | |
| Forward - 8 | measurement | 23.5 | mile/h | 37.9 | km/h | |
| Forward - 9 | measurement | 34 | mile/h | 54.8 | km/h | |
| Reverse - 1 | measurement | 4 | mile/h | 6.4 | km/h | |
| Reverse - 2 | measurement | 9.1 | mile/h | 14.6 | km/h | |
| Fuel Tank | measurement | 145.3 | gal (US) | 550 | l | |
| DEF Tank | measurement | 5.3 | gal (US) | 25 | l | |
| Cooling System | measurement | 23.7 | gal (US) | 90 | l | |
| Brake Cooling Tank | measurement | 17.7 | gal (US) | 67 | l | |
| Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System | measurement | 36.9 | gal (US) | 140 | l | |
| Engine Crankcase | measurement | 13.7 | gal (US) | 52 | l | |
| Transmission - OTG | measurement | 19.8 | gal (US) | 75 | l | |
| Final Drive - Each | measurement | 1.3 | gal (US) | 5 | l | |
| Axles - Each | measurement | 15.8 | gal (US) | 60 | l | |
| Final Drives/Differential | measurement | 33 | gal (US) | 125 | l | |
| Interior Cab | measurement | 72 | dB(A) | 72 | dB(A) | |
| Brakes | text | ISO 3450:2011 | ||||
| Cab - FOPS | text | ISO 3449:2005 Level II | ||||
| Cab - ROPS | text | ISO 3471:2008 | ||||
| Steering | text | ISO 5010:2019 | ||||
| Lock to Lock | text | 4.8 seconds at 60 rpm | ||||
| Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right | text | 45° | ||||
| Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius | measurement | 356 | in | 9082 | mm | |
| Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius | measurement | 340 | in | 8625 | mm | |
| Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius | measurement | 174 | in | 4413 | mm | |
| Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width | measurement | 233 | in | 5917 | mm | |
| Note | text | 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