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Caterpillar 730 vs Volvo A30G
Published specs and dimensions of two articulated dump trucks side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The Caterpillar 730 is 198 lb (90 kg) lighter, 2 ft 4 in (700 mm) wider, 5 in (132 mm) taller and 6 in (149 mm) longer than the Volvo A30G.
- Net power: 274 kW / 367 hp (Caterpillar 730) vs 264 kW / 354 hp (Volvo A30G); Caterpillar 730 is higher.
- Track gauge / tread: 2,275 mm / 7 ft 6 in (Caterpillar 730) vs 2,216 mm / 7 ft 3 in (Volvo A30G); Caterpillar 730 is higher.
- Ground clearance: 537 mm / 21.1 in (Caterpillar 730) vs 466 mm / 18.3 in (Volvo A30G); Caterpillar 730 is higher.
- Turning radius: 7,470 mm / 24 ft 6 in (Caterpillar 730) vs 8,109 mm / 26 ft 7 in (Volvo A30G); Volvo A30G is higher.
- Axle load, front (unladen/operating): 14,360 kg / 31,658 lb (Caterpillar 730) vs 12,900 kg / 28,440 lb (Volvo A30G); Caterpillar 730 is higher.
- Axle load, rear (unladen/operating): 4,460 kg / 9,833 lb (Caterpillar 730) vs 10,700 kg / 23,589 lb (Volvo A30G); Volvo A30G is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
Caterpillar 730 specs Volvo A30G specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Caterpillar 730 Trailer fit: Volvo A30G
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | Caterpillar 730 | Volvo A30G |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 23,510 kg | 23,600 kg |
| Max gross (laden) weight | 51,510 kg | 52,600 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | 10,445 mm | 10,296 mm |
| Overall width | 3,676 mm | 2,976 mm |
| Overall height | 3,498 mm | 3,366 mm |
| Wheelbase | Not published | 4,175 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | 2,275 mm | 2,216 mm |
| Ground clearance | 537 mm | 466 mm |
| Turning radius | 7,470 mm | 8,109 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, articulated 6x6 | Wheeled, articulated, 6×6 |
| Number of axles | 3 | 3 |
| Wheels (count) | 6 | 6 |
| Tire size | 23.5R25 | 750/65R25 |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | Not published | 108 kPa |
| Ground pressure, loaded (highest axle) | Not published | 152 kPa |
| Axle loads | ||
| Axle load, front (unladen/operating) | 14,360 kg | 12,900 kg |
| Axle load, rear (unladen/operating) | 4,460 kg | 10,700 kg |
| Axle load, front (laden/max) | 17,610 kg | 15,700 kg |
| Axle load, rear (laden/max) | 16,835 kg | 36,900 kg |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | Cat C13B | Volvo D11M |
| Net power | 274 kW | 264 kW |
| Gross power | Not captured | 265 kW |
| Displacement | 12.5 L | 10.8 L |
| Rated speed | Not captured | 2,000 rpm |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | Not published | Not published |
| System / relief pressure | Not published | 25 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max travel speed | 55 km/h | 52.7 km/h |
| Rated payload | ≈ 28,000 kg | 29,000 kg |
| Body capacity (heaped) | 17.6 m³ | 17.8 m³ |
Configurations.
Caterpillar 730: 6x6, 23.5R25 tires, standard body without tailgate; Cat C13B, U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V.
Volvo A30G: Standard body, 750/65R25 tires, unloaded with fluids and operator. Tier 4 Final product guide 20062752_A (2024.02); dimensions and weights match the Stage II/III brochure. A30G is listed by Volvo as a past product (2014–2024).