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Caterpillar 725 vs Caterpillar 740

The Caterpillar 740 has about 55% more engine power (365 kW (489 hp) vs 236 kW (316 hp)).

Caterpillar 725
Caterpillar Caterpillar 725
Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 740 (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 740
Operating weight ——
Engine power 236 kW (316 hp)365 kW (489 hp)
Rated payload ≈24,000 kg (26.5 US tons)≈39,500 kg (43.5 US tons)
Net power ≈236 kW (316 hp)—
Drive 6×66×6
Gross power —≈365 kW (489 hp)
Strengths
  • + Agile
  • + Cat dealer support
  • + High payload
  • + Hill-start assist
Watch-outs
  • − Lower payload
  • − Heavy
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.