Looking for recommendations for a 3-pt log splitter

[Southernspeed]

Thanks, I am not a fan of the vertical splitter, but I'll research it.

I wasn't too sure at first but splitting larger logs, it's nice not having to lift them up onto a horizontal one. I just got myself a stool and sat there splitting away. I don't have a fire now though so it's redundant.

 

[bigtiller]

I seen a guy in town splitting big rounds with a hydraulic splitter mounted upside down on a skid-steer. It was fun to watch. He would quarter them and then his buddies would run them through a second, self contained splitter.

 

[ruffdog]

I seen a guy in town splitting big rounds with a hydraulic splitter mounted upside down on a skid-steer. It was fun to watch. He would quarter them and then his buddies would run them through a second, self contained splitter.

That is what the neighbor does though the splitter cycles quite slow (BIG cyl). He is way faster busting apart the big rounds with the frost tooth on the excavator.

 

[Mudfarmer]

IXLR8:​

Am I to understand you don't have hydraulics on the tractor you can hook a splitter to? A good three-point hydraulic splitter should cost less than the farm store stand-alone specials. They are so basic that nothing can really go wrong. I've had mine for 15 years and split at least 100 cords with no problems, Operates horizontally and vertically, no small engine (or hydraulic pump) to maintain or to go bad. Runs on any of my tractors, current and past. When not in use, hook the hydraulic line to a hydraulic top link.

 

[IXLR8]

IXLR8:​

Am I to understand you don't have hydraulics on the tractor you can hook a splitter to? A good three-point hydraulic splitter should cost less than the farm store stand-alone specials. They are so basic that nothing can really go wrong. I've had mine for 15 years and split at least 100 cords with no problems, Operates horizontally and vertically, no small engine (or hydraulic pump) to maintain or to go bad. Runs on any of my tractors, current and past. When not in use, hook the hydraulic line to a hydraulic top link.

Yes I have 2 remotes on my tractor that I could use to drive a splitter. I was hoping for faster cycle time, hence the PTO pump. I was also trying to keep the hydraulic oils separate to minimize contamination.

 

[bdhsfz6]

Anyone have experience splitting green Maple & Cherry?
Would a 27 ton splitter do the job on 24" diameter, 20" long rounds or should I get something bigger?

Looking at the Champion 27 ton:

Or if necessary, the 37 ton:

Only $300 difference in price but I'd like to go with the 27 ton since it has a 5 second faster cycle time than the 37.

 

[bearthebruce]

Anyone have experience splitting green Maple & Cherry?
Would a 27 ton splitter do the job on 24" diameter, 20" long rounds or should I get something bigger?

Looking at the Champion 27 ton:

I just bought a Champion 27 and was splitting maple with rounds up to 30". Stood it vertical. Came down on an edge. If the split did not make it all the way through on the first spilt, we spun the log around to line up with the split line. Hit it again and viola, split in two.

Then we took the halves and split them into quarters.

Once all the big boys were broken into smaller pieces, we laid it flat and finished into fireplace size.

Did the Champion grunt a couple times? Sure... but it split it all.

For the price of the machine, I was pleasantly surprised. No rentals near so my plan is when I finish with my splitting of another tree, I may be selling this one with well less than 100 hours on it.

 

[newkiotiguy]

Anyone have experience splitting green Maple & Cherry?
Would a 27 ton splitter do the job on 24" diameter, 20" long rounds or should I get something bigger?

Looking at the Champion 27 ton:
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Or if necessary, the 37 ton:
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Only $300 difference in price but I'd like to go with the 27 ton since it has a 5 second faster cycle time than the 37.

There is no reason for the 37. Our 27 has gone through every piece of wood we have tried for a few years now. Over 20 full cords so far with no issues

 

[WranglerX]

I have a 30 year old DURR 22 ton (probably manufactured by MDT under contract) .... IT splits anything I have including a 24 inch diameter dry OAK.... Oak fought back and actually came out of splitter explosive.. Yes it hurt.... IF a 27 ton wont split it you don't want to deal with it..... Only thing about going to a 30+ ton would be reliable if doing commercial wood lot duty... My new rule is about anything over 18 inches I do vertically till its more manageable to be done horizontally.... And the older you get, the less you worry about cycle time, those extra 5-10 seconds become important as micro rest periods...

 

[IXLR8]

Update- I called Timberwolf back and asked if they knew of any dealers that might still have a TW-3 in stock. The person who answered the phone this time was different than the last time. He said they had a left over TW-3 w/PTO pump in the back and I could have it for $1000 off list. I said ship it.. It arrived last week but I need finish my backhoe work before I can get it hooked up.

 

[Saucymynx]

I am. I know you are very happy with yours. But it seems they are so good, people don't want to give them up. The search has just begun. The wife is trying to convince me to just go to TSC and get one of their $1500 specials. I just don't like the ergonomics of them.

It all depends on how much wood you split. If you’re only splitting a couple of cords a year, a tsc special will do you fine. I have split 50 cords. - full cords - with my little TSC 25 ton. It’s just a bit slow for the amount of wood I split the limited time I have so I’m about to take delivery on an Eastonmade 9-16. It has been a bit of a weight, but it should cut my splitting time in half or more. There was definitely an ouch factor on the price, but as they say, buy once cry once. I definitely got my moneys worth out of the TSC special. I sold it for a couple hundred bucks in perfect working condition.

 

[aba4430]

Rather than start a new thread, I thought I would pose my question here. I am looking for a standalone wood splitter and saw the 27 ton Troybilt at Menards the other day. Appearance is not everything, but build quality appears decent. The engine is Troybilt branded so not sure. Price is decent with the present 11% rebate still in effect.

Others in consideration is the Dewalt 28 ton from Home Depot; Oregon 25 ton (source undecided) and the 25 ton Hyper Split from Family Home and Garden that is on sale at $1199 presently. The Hyper Split does not use a Hydraulic filter but has a fast recycle time of @6 or 7 seconds.

Any thoughts/recomendations appreciated.

 

[Southernspeed]

Every thing Troybilt I've had has used a Briggs engine. Maybe they label them as their own? Could be worth looking closer at the engine for Briggs logos.

 

[aba4430]

I went and saw the Hyper Split units at Family Home and Garden today. The 25 ton units are available in red and black finishes. The red units include a Kohler SH270 engine and the black ones are equipped with a B&S CR950 engine. Both units are identical otherwise and priced at $1200 each. One issue I noted is that there is no hydraulic filter on these units. The other units I am considering are equipped with hydraulic filters. Still deciding!

PS. Per the store manager the Black Friday price will be $1100.

 

[geneP]

Tractor Supply is showing Hyper Split red units (online) at $1098.99 now. It is a 22 ton unit.

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/hyper-split-22-ton-log-splitter-with-kohler-196cc-engine-2539490?crmid=6663814901&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pmax&utm_campaign=tsc0_sea_tsc_cat_search_sch_us_cvr&utm_content=sku_na&adtype=pla&campaignid=22258948701&device=c&product_channel=online&product_id=2539490&store_code=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22269431188&gbraid=0AAAAADnTm22taVfxe5zvlqG4h1J0oz8Ia&gclid=Cj0KCQiAiebIBhDmARIsAE8PGNKxpfD46RAcSc4L1w7EigCh-hgqyuZO4J0V_es2VPOdUGqreMsDE4kaAnQoEALw_wcB

 

[WranglerX]

I went and saw the Hyper Split units at Family Home and Garden today. The 25 ton units are available in red and black finishes. The red units include a Kohler SH270 engine and the black ones are equipped with a B&S CR950 engine. Both units are identical otherwise and priced at $1200 each. One issue I noted is that there is no hydraulic filter on these units. The other units I am considering are equipped with hydraulic filters. Still deciding!

PS. Per the store manager the Black Friday price will be $1100.

Would not let lack of filter stop you from low end unit..... Simple add, with maybe a couple of extra hydraulic fittings....

3/4" NPT 25 GPM Zinga Return Line Filter 25 PSI Bypass Zinga ZAF-07-25-0-10 | Filter Assemblies | Hydraulic Filters | Hydraulics | www.surpluscenter.com

 

[aba4430]

A relative of mine has a 30 ton Iron & Oak splitter he has been using for a couple of years. Costs 3X the price of the 28 ton Dewalt but looks to be an exceptional unit, made in USA. Looks like Home Depot has the 28 and 32 ton Dewalt's back in stock. Most of the lower end units (Countyline, HyperSplit, Dewalt etc.) are made overseas and marketed by YTL it appears. Narrowed down my choice to a Dewalt or an Iron and Oak at this time.