Introducing Caterpillar’s next-generation ADTs

19 September, 2025

The next-generation Cat 735

With built-in automatic features, the new Cat articulated dumptrucks will enhance performance, safety, and efficiency

CATERPILLAR are introducing a smarter articulated dumptruck (ADT) design with built-in automatic features for the next-generation Cat 725, 730, 730 EJ and 735 models. An upgraded interior will put greater control at the operator’s fingertips, with all functions accessible through a sleek touchscreen or a smooth, responsive keypad – plus, the touchscreen can be effortlessly navigated using the integrated jog dial for added convenience. A new ‘push to start’ with operator ID stores up to 50 operator IDs to quickly get to work and safeguard against unauthorized use.

‘Caterpillar’s latest machine design makes operating our next-gen articulated trucks feel more comfortable, responsive, and user-friendly than ever,’ said Sherrie Williams, global product application specialist for Caterpillar. ‘With the introduction of the Cat C13B engine on the 725, the improved power-to-weight ratio means it is up to 14% more efficient on our Tier 4 Final [and equivalent] machines.’

The new Cat C13 engine powers the next generation of trucks with ratings from 257kW to 316kW (345hp to 424hp), depending on the model. Designed to meet global emission standards – including US EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, Japan 2014, and Korea Stage V – the C13 features a compact, lightweight design with no need for exhaust gas recirculation. The machine is available in configurations suitable for all regions worldwide, ensuring reliable performance across a wide range of applications.

Requiring no operator input, advanced automatic traction control prevents wheel slippage in poor underfoot conditions for maximum traction and productivity. The new engine overspeed control works seamlessly with Automatic Retarder Control (ARC) to manage braking and automatically adjust engine speed – enhancing truck handling, improving steering response, and building confidence for newer operators in challenging conditions.

Machine speed limiting supports safe operation by allowing ground speed to be set by the operator or in service mode – ideal for uneven terrain, high-traffic areas, or sites with strict speed regulations. Additionally, the integrated body height limiter promotes safety by helping ensure the machine operates within jobsite standards and height restrictions.

The next-generation Cat 725

The Cat 725, 730 and 735 models feature a redesigned dump body that offers easier loading than previous designs and maximizes payload. The redesigned body features a re-routed exhaust heat system that helps minimize material carryback, improving load efficiency and reducing clean-up time. Improved payload technology allows operators to view real-time load weights on the integrated display, and the system’s updated software and sensors provide accurate data. External payload indicator lights alert the loading operator when approaching rated payload and when payload is reached.

Caterpillar’s Dynamic Roll Protection supports roll-over prevention, working in parallel with the field-proven Stability Assist, which prevents hoisting on uneven terrain. Configurable to material and jobsite conditions, this new feature monitors conditions to detect when the truck is experiencing high lateral acceleration, provides a visual and audible alarm, reduces fuel, and applies service brakes automatically. It reduces the risk of machine roll-over due to high-speed cornering, helping minimize to downtime and safety repairs from rolling the truck. Additionally, Stability Assist software reports information via VisionLink to increase awareness of when an event has occurred.

Reducing operator fatigue, the new Auto Wait Brake (AWB) automatically applies service brakes when the shift lever is in any position other than park and ground speed reaches 0km/h. The service brakes apply in less than one second after the machine has stopped, and, after eight seconds, the transmission shifts to neutral with AWB engaging. Simply applying the throttle re-engages the transmission and releases the service brakes. This new feature eliminates the need to shift to park for short duration stops and saves fuel when shifting to neutral. This feature also works with the machine Hill Assist, by applying the service brakes, preventing rollback.

The next-generation Cat 730

A new dump body height limit feature for 725, 730 and 735 models allows the bed raise height to be set to meet jobsite conditions. The operator can quickly set the raise height limit by raising the bed to the desired height and holding a button on the keypad. Alternatively, it can be set through the display service mode to meet site-wide limits. This feature helps prevent the dump body from contacting overhead objects and increases cycle time by limiting full-body travel.

The Cat 730 EJ articulated truck ejects the load without raising the body to help maintain machine stability. This design allows load dispersal on inclines, side slopes, and in very soft underfoot conditions such as those found on landfill sites. Virtually eliminating material sticking to the body to increase productivity, the truck can eject in areas with low overhead clearance, such as around overhead lines. Delivering faster cycle times, the versatile 730 EJ can eject and spread material on the go to reduce the need for additional spreading and dozing equipment.

Providing front and rear proximity detection, all next-generation articulated trucks offer an optional object detect and multi-view camera via a separate secondary monitor. The system’s radar sensors, mounted fore and aft, provide visual and audible alerts when objects are within the truck’s travel path. Four discrete camera views, that are configurable to the operator’s preference, are mounted at the front, rear, and sides in order to enhance the operator’s view around the truck.

An onboard, optional interactive training tool, Operator Coaching, measures and reports on individual operator behaviours that impact efficiency, safety, and machine health. Operator Coaching identifies opportunities to improve operating behaviour for inexperienced and experienced operators alike by monitoring 14 activities. Tips can be viewed on a summary page on the main touchscreen display, while animated video tutorials provide operator instructions. For fleet managers, the GPS function includes maps to show the location of where tips are triggered on the work cycle. Among the 14 coaching tips are: