This is commonly used for: splitting heavy hardwood rounds without manual lifting; processing large-diameter tree trunks; splitting logs up to 32 inches long; processing winter firewood stockpiles. The hydraulic lift tray does the heavy lifting, rolling large rounds up to waist height rather than forcing you to lift them by hand or wrestle them into a vertical splitter. If you only have small, lightweight logs under 16 inches long, a standard compact splitter will be easier to maneuver.

The splitter accommodates logs up to 32 inches in length, which is significantly longer than the standard 24-inch capacity of most rental splitters. With 30 tons of hydraulic splitting force, it readily powers through seasoned or green dense hardwoods, stringy grain, and knotty trunk sections.

The hydraulic lift arm lowers down to ground level so you can roll heavy rounds onto the cradle rather than lifting them. Engaging the lever raises the log smoothly to splitting beam height, dramatically cutting down on back fatigue and making one-person operation realistic on heavy wood.

The splitter weighs 700 lbs and is mounted on a towable axle designed to be towed behind a standard pickup truck or SUV with an appropriate ball hitch. It can also be loaded onto a sturdy utility trailer if preferred. Ensure safety chains are secured and tires are checked before towing on public roads.

The unit is powered by a 9 hp Honda commercial gasoline engine running standard unleaded fuel. As a larger towable gasoline machine, it includes a flat $5 gas charge upon return, so you do not need to worry about refilling the tank before bringing it back.

The hydraulic ram completes a full forward and reverse cycle in approximately 12 seconds. Combined with the hydraulic log lift, this rapid return cycle allows a steady, high-output production pace when processing large piles of firewood.