Caterpillar is planning to introduce improved ADTs models in upcoming months, with availability starting from January 2026. These will offer a range of intelligent features intended to boost performance, productivity, reliability and safety.
The new 725, 730, 730 ejector, and 735 models have redesigned dump bodies for maximum payload efficiency, integrated high-visibility lighting systems, ground-level fuel, and increased service intervals for transmission and engine.
The innovative assisted and automatic features include an Auto Wait Brake function for added convenience and control during operation. They also include a Dynamic Rollover Protection that monitors for high lateral acceleration, typically caused by high-speed cornering. This can warn of potential rollover risk, helping reduce the likelihood of machine rollover.
Key functions are accessible through a touchscreen, while a new push-to-start with operator ID stores up to 50 operator IDs to quickly get to work and safeguards against unauthorised use.
Power comes from the new Cat C13 diesel. The engines are available in different versions to suit local emissions requirements, such as Tier 4 Final for North America and Stage V for Europe. The engine is said to be compact and lightweight, with no need for exhaust gas recirculation. Maintenance is said to be easy, with service points grouped for easy access.
Smart driveline features include advanced automatic traction control for use in slippery conditions to prevent wheelspin. The new engine overspeed control works seamlessly with Automatic Retarder Control (ARC) to manage braking and automatically adjust engine speed. Machine speed limiting supports safe operation by allowing ground speed to be set by the operator or in service mode. The new body height limiter promotes safety by helping ensure the machine operates within jobsite standards and height restrictions.
The Cat 725, 730 and 735 models benefit from a redesigned dump body that offers easier loading than previous designs and maximises payload. The redesigned body features a rerouted exhaust heat system that helps minimise carryback, improving load efficiency and reducing cleanup 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 rollover 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. 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. Applying the throttle re-engages the transmission and releases the service brakes. This 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.
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.
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. The truck can eject in areas with low overhead clearance, such as around overhead lines or in tunneling and underground operations.
Providing front and rear proximity detection, all next generation articulated trucks offer an optional object detect and multiview 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.
