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Hesston 745

The Hesston 745 pairs the Cat C18 ACERT engine (496 hp) with an operating weight near 1.7 t.

01Published dimensions and weight
Dimensions reference
Representative category illustration for Baler
Representative category illustration; exact model may differ.Measurement reference — not to scale
01Dimensions referenceLength × width × height
02Weight3719.2 lb1687 kg
03Selected published values99
Published highlights
  • Overall Width: 4.65 ft / 1.42 m
  • Number Of Tines: 36 double tines
  • Tine To Tine Width: 3.69 ft / 1.13 m
  • Number Of Bars: 4
Typical use

Balers are commonly used to collect and form cut crop material into bales for handling and storage. Published rows for Hesston 745 include published bale width of 3.9 ft / 1182 mm, published bale diameter of 5.2 ft / 1575 mm, published PTO power of 40 hp / 29.83 kw. These values describe the published configuration; verify the specific machine's configuration, attachments and records.

Buyer review notes
  • Compare the published “Overall Width” field (4.65 ft / 1.42 m) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Number Of Tines” field (36 double tines) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
  • Compare the published “Tine To Tine Width” field (3.69 ft / 1.13 m) with the specific machine's configuration and records; options and condition can differ.
02Specifications

Published values, clearly grouped.

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01

Baler Pickup

Overall Width4.65 ft1.42 m
Number Of Tines36 double tines36 double tines
Tine To Tine Width3.69 ft1.13 m
Number Of Bars44
02

Dimensions

Overall Length12.26 ft3734 mm
Overall Width7.71 ft2350 mm
Overall Height8.42 ft2565 mm
Tractor Pto Power Required40 hp29.83 kw
Weight3719.2 lb1687 kg
03

Bale Size

Bale Width3.9 ft1182 mm
Bale Diameter - Min2.5 ft762 mm
Bale Diameter - Max5.2 ft1575 mm
Bale Weight - Max1250 lb567 kg
04

Engine

Displacement1106 cu in18.2 L
Bore5.7 in144.8 mm
Stroke7.2 in182.9 mm
EmissionsThe 745 meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards.The 745 meets Tier 4 Final/Stage IV emission standards.
Net Power - Sae J1349496 hp369.9 kw
Gross Power - Sae J1995511 hp381.1 kw
Engine ModelCat C18 ACERTCat C18 ACERT
Net Power - Iso 14396504 hp375.9 kw
Note (1)The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.The power ratings apply at rated speed of 1,700 rpm when tested under the conditions for the specified standard.
Note (2)The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler and fan at minimum speed.The net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler and fan at minimum speed.
Note (3)Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 348 kW (467 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.Net power when the fan is at maximum speed is 348 kW (467 hp) per the SAE reference conditions.
Note (4)DEF used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241-1. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.DEF used in Cat SCR systems must meet the requirements outlined in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard 22241-1. ISO 22241-1 requirements are met by many brands of DEF, including those that carry the AdBlue or API certifications.
No Engine De-Rating Required Below10000 ft3048 m
Peak Engine Torque Gross (Sae J1995)1931 lb ft2618.1 Nm
Peak Engine Torque Speed1200 rpm1200 rpm
Peak Engine Torque Net (Sae J1349)1887 lb ft2558.5 Nm
Engine Model - U.S. Epa Tier 4 Final, Eu Stage Iv, Japan 2014, Korea Tier 4 FinalCat C18 ACERTCat C18 ACERT
05

Bale Chamber

Number Of Belts6 laced6 laced
Belt Width7 in17.8 cm
06

Transmission

Forward - 13.8 mph6.2 km/h
Forward - 25 mph8.1 km/h
Forward - 37 mph11.3 km/h
Forward - 48.8 mph14.2 km/h
Forward - 511.6 mph18.7 km/h
Forward - 614.2 mph22.9 km/h
Forward - 719.6 mph31.6 km/h
Reverse - 14 mph6.5 km/h
Reverse - 29.1 mph14.7 km/h
Forward - 823.5 mph37.9 km/h
Forward - 934 mph54.8 km/h
07

Steering

Lock To Lock4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm4.8 seconds @ 60 rpm
08

Dump

Rated Payload99648.9 lb45200 kg
09

Wrapping System

Twine TypeElectricElectric
Twine Ball Capacity44
10

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System23.7 gal89.8 L
Fuel Tank145.3 gal550.1 L
Def Tank5.3 gal20.1 L
Final Drive - Each1.3 gal5 L
Engine Crankcase13.7 gal51.9 L
Brake Cooling Tank17.7 gal67 L
Steering/Hoist Hydraulic System36.9 gal139.7 L
Transmission - Otg19.8 gal75 L
Axles - Each15.8 gal59.9 L
11

Standards

Cab - FopsISO 3449 Level II 2005ISO 3449 Level II 2005
Cab - RopsISO 3471 2008ISO 3471 2008
BrakesISO 3450 2011ISO 3450 2011
SteeringISO 5010 2007ISO 5010 2007
12

Operating Weights

Front Axle - Empty43515 lb19738.1 kg
Center Axle - Empty15309 lb6944.1 kg
Rear Axle - Empty14731 lb6681.9 kg
Total - Empty73553 lb33363.1 kg
Front Axle - Rated Load13007 lb5899.9 kg
Center Axle - Rated Load38691 lb17550 kg
Rear Axle - Rated Load38691 lb17550 kg
Total - Rated Load90390 lb41000.3 kg
Front Axle - Loaded56522 lb25638 kg
Center Axle - Loaded54000 lb24494 kg
Rear Axle - Loaded53422 lb24231.9 kg
Total - Loaded163942 lb74362.9 kg
13

Sound Levels

Interior Cab72 dB(A)72 dB(A)
Note (1)The operator sound exposure Leq (equivalent sound pressure level) measured according to the work cycle procedures specified in ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT98 is 76 dB(A), for the cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed and maintained and tested with the doors and windows closed.The operator sound exposure Leq (equivalent sound pressure level) measured according to the work cycle procedures specified in ANSI/SAE J1166 OCT98 is 76 dB(A), for the cab offered by Caterpillar, when properly installed and maintained and tested with the doors and windows closed.
Note (2)Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab (when not properly maintained or doors/windows open) for extended periods or in noisy environments.Hearing protection may be needed when operating with an open operator station and cab (when not properly maintained or doors/windows open) for extended periods or in noisy environments.
14

Turning Circle

NoteDimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5R25 tires.Dimensions are for machines equipped with 29.5R25 tires.
Turning Dimensions - Sae Turning Radius340 in8636 mm
Turning Dimensions - Clearance Radius356 in9042.4 mm
Turning Dimensions - Inside Radius174 in4419.6 mm
Turning Dimensions - Aisle Width233 in5918.2 mm
15

Body Capacities

Heaped (Sae 2:1)32.7 yd325.1 m3
Struck24.2 yd318.6 m3
Tailgate Struck25.5 yd319.5 m3
Tailgate Heaped Sae 2:134.7 yd326.6 m3
16

Body Hoist

Lower (Manual)10 s10 s
Lower (Automatic)10 s10 s
Raise (Manual)12 s12 s
Raise (Automatic)13 s13 s
17

Body Plate

Body Plate TypeHigh Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant SteelHigh Strength Brinell HB450 Wear Resistant Steel
Front0.3 in7.2 mm
Chute0.6 in14 mm
Side0.5 in11 mm
Base0.6 in14 mm
18

Optimal Loader/Truck Pass Matching

NoteAn optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.An optimum system match gives you a major productivity advantage. Having matched loading and hauling tools results in increased production and lower system costs per unit of volume moved.
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