Using hydraulic log splitters on skid steers for large logs

[prestigious-iceberg77]

From my experience working with firewood processors achieving efficiency with larger logs requires some strategy. My current setup handles logs up to 24 inches in diameter and occasionally larger but maintaining a steady pace of 3 cords an hour works best with straighter logs around 18 inches. Ive been considering a hydraulic log splitter for the bigger rounds but only have a skid steer available for mounting. In my opinion these splitters seem more effective on a dedicated processor or tractor. Has anyone successfully used one on a skid steer and how effective is it for breaking down oversized logs?

Another concern is whether it can handle logs at least 10 feet in length. Shorter pieces would slow down my process and disrupt my workflow. If anyone has suggestions or firsthand experience using hydraulic splitters with smaller machines Id appreciate hearing how well they perform and whether theyr worth the investment for processing large logs. Thanks for sharing!

 

[TheSun]

As for me, I use a stickler which mounts to the wheel hub of your truck. Well it did work nicely to split normal firewood but if you put longer logs using hydraulic motor on a chipper, it just gives up. So then what I did is I started on this project of a splitting grapple that can also mount to my wheel loader. But that isn't done yet. I'm mainly focused on ways to reduce my disposal costs it's a lot of wood round here, I'm not sure about firewood use right now.

 

[prestigious-iceberg77]

As for me, I use a stickler which mounts to the wheel hub of your truck. Well it did work nicely to split normal firewood but if you put longer logs using hydraulic motor on a chipper, it just gives up. So then what I did is I started on this project of a splitting grapple that can also mount to my wheel loader. But that isn't done yet. I'm mainly focused on ways to reduce my disposal costs it's a lot of wood round here, I'm not sure about firewood use right now.

You're thinking outside the box with the splitting grapple idea. Curious how the stickler handles logs closer to 10 feet in length. I've seen hydraulic splitters on skid steers struggle with longer pieces unless pre-cut. Considered pairing your setup with a dedicated delimber to streamline the process and keep the workflow smooth?

 

[Definitely Maybe]

From my experience working with firewood processors achieving efficiency with larger logs requires some strategy. My current setup handles logs up to 24 inches in diameter and occasionally larger but maintaining a steady pace of 3 cords an hour works best with straighter logs around 18 inches. Ive been considering a hydraulic log splitter for the bigger rounds but only have a skid steer available for mounting. In my opinion these splitters seem more effective on a dedicated processor or tractor. Has anyone successfully used one on a skid steer and how effective is it for breaking down oversized logs?

Another concern is whether it can handle logs at least 10 feet in length. Shorter pieces would slow down my process and disrupt my workflow. If anyone has suggestions or firsthand experience using hydraulic splitters with smaller machines Id appreciate hearing how well they perform and whether theyr worth the investment for processing large logs. Thanks for sharing!

You need heavy duty splitters with 4way wedge and log cradle. Should check Halverson. They Halve it. Geddit? HAHAHA.

 

[prestigious-iceberg77]

You need heavy duty splitters with 4way wedge and log cradle. Should check Halverson. They Halve it. Geddit? HAHAHA.

Halverson really does "halve it" and the 4way wedge could speed things up. Have you used one on a skid steer for logs over 10 feet or is it better suited for shorter rounds?