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Caterpillar 745 vs Develon DA45-7

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and Develon in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar articulated truck (730 model pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 745
Doosan DA40 articulated dump truck
Develon Develon DA45-7
Operating weight ——
Engine power 380 kW (510 hp)—
Rated payload ≈41,000 kg (45 US tons)≈41,000 kg (45 US tons)
Gross power ≈380 kW (510 hp)—
Body volume (heaped) ≈25 m³ (32.6 yd³)—
Engine Cat C18Scania DC13
Drive 6×66×6
Strengths
  • + High payload for the class
  • + Automatic traction control and advanced retarder
  • + Cat dealer support
  • + Proven Scania engine
  • + Good stability
Watch-outs
  • − Higher fuel consumption than some rivals in light conditions
  • − Smaller market share
Full 745 reviewFull DA45-7 review

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.