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Cat

725 Bare Chassis Articulated Truck

Standard Wheel Base

156.7 in

Rated Payload

30.4 ton (US)

Engine Model

Cat® C9.3

Overview

The Cat® OEM 725 Bare Chassis is a strong, durable Cat C9.3 engine platform with a U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV engine emission solution. Advanced Productivity Electronics Control Strategy (APECS) delivers a smooth shifting transmission, improving acceleration with higher productivity.

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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  • 725 Bare Chassis
    725 Bare Chassis
  • Water Truck
    Water Truck
  • Service Truck
    Service Truck
  • Specialty Applications
    Specialty Applications
  • Forestry Applications
    Forestry Applications

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Features

Water Truck Applications

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Specifications

  • Engine
    Spec Value
    Engine Model Cat® C9.3
    Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 342 hp
    Net Power - SAE J1349:2011 334 hp
    Net Power - ISO 14396 338 hp
    Bore 4.5 in
    Stroke 45.2 in
    Displacement 567.5 in³
    Peak Engine Torque Speed 1200 r/min
    Peak Engine Torque Gross (SAE J1995) 1275 lb/ft
    Peak Engine Torque Net (SAE J1349) 1263 ft·lbf
    No Engine De-rating Required Below 3000 ft
    Engine Model - U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage IV Cat® C9.3
  • Wheel Base Length
    Spec Value
    Standard Wheel Base 156.7 in
  • Weights
    Spec Value
    Rated Payload 30.4 ton (US)
  • Transmission
    Spec Value
    Forward - 1 5 mile/h
    Forward - 2 9.4 mile/h
    Forward - 3 14.4 mile/h
    Forward - 4 22.1 mile/h
    Forward - 5 30.7 mile/h
    Forward - 6 36.3 mile/h
    Reverse - 1 5.5 mile/h
  • Service Refill Capacities
    Spec Value
    Fuel Tank 91 gal (US)
    Cooling System 18 gal (US)
    Hydraulic System 24 gal (US)
    Engine Crankcase 8 gal (US)
    Transmission 10 gal (US)
    Output Transfer Gear Box 5 gal (US)
    Final Drive - Each 1.6 gal (US)
    DEF Tank 4 gal (US)
    Final Drives/Differential 33 gal (US)
  • Standards
    Spec Value
    Brakes ISO 3450:2011
    Cab - FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level II
    Cab - ROPS ISO 3471:2008
    Steering ISO 5010:2019
  • Steering
    Spec Value
    Lock to Lock 4.75 seconds at 60 rpm
  • Turning Circle
    Spec Value
    Turning Dimensions - SAE Turning Radius 294 in
    Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius 153 in
    Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius 318 in
    Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width 210 in
    Turning Dimensions - Steer Angle - Left/Right 45 °
    Note Dimensions are for machines equipped with 23.5R25 tires.

Standard Equipment

For more information on 725 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

  • 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
  • Liquid Crystal Display (LCD):
    – Alert indicator
    – Selected gear and direction
    – Speed or auto shift
    – Review Operation and Maintenance Manual (OMM)
    – Primary steering failure warning
    – Seat belt warning
    – Secondary steering failure warning
    – Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration filter
    – Machine Security System (MSS) ready
    – Secondary steering energy source engaged
    – Hour meter
    – Retarder active
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • Touchscreen display incorporating the rearview camera video feed
  • Seats:
    – Operator: fully adjustable, air suspension
    – Trainer: padded with lap belt
  • Combined gear selection and hoist control lever
  • Sun visor
  • Mirrors: extensive arrangement for improved visibility
  • Glass windows:
    – Front, laminated and tinted
    – Sides and rear, toughened and tinted
  • Windows opening both sides, tinted
  • Retractable belt: Operator seat and second seat
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed, intermittent (front)
  • Heater and defroster with four-speed fan
  • Air conditioning with R134A refrigerant
  • Secondary steering – electro hydraulic
  • Storage:
    – Cup holder
    – Flask receptacle
    – Under seat storage
    – Door pocket
    – Behind operator seat storage
    – Coat hook
  • Adjustable air vents
  • Windshield wiper and washer, two speed (rear)

CAT TECHNOLOGIES

  • Product Link
  • Cat Detect with Stability Assist

ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING

  • Batteries (two) maintenance free
  • Horn
  • Lighting systems:
    – Cab interior
    – Two head lamps
    – Two width marker
    – Two reversing
    – Work light/cab access light
    – Two stop/tail lights
    – Front and rear direction indicators
  • Electrical system: 24-volt, 5A 24- to 12-volt converter
  • Remote starting receptacle (cables not included)
  • Main disconnect switch

POWERTRAIN

  • Dual circuit oil immersed, enclosed brakes – all wheels
  • Retarder: engine compression brake
  • Differentials: standard with automatic clutched inter- and cross-axle differential locks
  • Three axle, six-wheel drive
  • Cat C9.3 engine
  • Cat Clean Emission Module (CEM) and exhaust aftertreatment package
  • Auto shift six-speed forward and single speed reverse transmission

SAFETY

  • Rearview camera
  • ROPS/FOPS cab
  • Reverse alarm

GUARDS

  • Axle
  • Radiator
  • Rear window
  • Crankcase

OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT

  • Sound suppression (only standard in Europe)
  • Vandalism protection: lockable caps
  • Tires, six 23.5R25
  • S·O·S sampling valves

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
  • Cold weather start attachment
  • Bluetooth radio stereo system
  • Flashing LED beacon
  • Engine block heater
  • Cold weather coolant –51° C (–60° F)
  • Infrared glass – high ambient cab
  • Ether start
  • Heated/cooled seat
  • Sound suppression (only standard in Europe)
  • Fast fuel fill
  • Four-point seat belt
  • Window blinds
  • Fuel additive – anti-waxing
  • Heated rearview motorized mirrors
  • Wheel chocks
  • Roof mounted High Intensity Discharge (HID) work lights
  • Product Link Elite: PLE641 (cellular). Product Link is optional.
  • Machine Security System (MSS)