NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter — 30-Ton, 160cc
Powered by a quality Honda GX engine with idle control to split logs up to 25in. long. Add exclusive NorthStar 4-way wedge wings (#1143, sold separately) and split logs 3 times faster!
Product Specs
Key Specs
Ram Force (Tons) | 30 |
Continuous Force (Tons) | 27.8 |
Operation | Horizontal/Vertical |
Engine | Honda GX |
Max. Log Size L x W (in.) | 25 x |
Wedge | Cast Steel |
Cycle Time (sec.) | 17 |
Automatic Cylinder Return | Yes |
Cylinder | 4.5in. x 24in. |
Pump | Barnes 11 GPM, 2-stage |
Max. PSI | 3,500 |
Oil Reservoir (gal.) | 8.5 |
Log Cradle | Yes |
Log Lift | No |
Jack Stand | Yes |
Ball Coupler (in.) | 2 |
Lights | No |
Fenders | No |
Pre-assembled | Assembly Required |
Additional Specs
- Patented log stripper clears log from retracting wedge
- Industrial-grade full beam construction
- Coupler for 2in. ball
- Idle control
- High speed tires for towing
- 8.5 gallons hydraulic oil not included
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Overall Rating:
4.9
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5
44 of 44(100%)would recommend this product to a friend.
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
For anyone that has split wood by hand,
March 7, 2007
By ozzy247
from southern MD
"This is a life saver I have split wood by hand for my intire life spending days spliting enough wood for the season. After using this I kick myself for wasting my time and energy for so many years. Now I can split enough for myself and my father in a single weekend.With 30 ton of pressure its powerful enough to split even the toughest seasoned wood with the greatest of ease."
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5
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5
One Beast of a Splitter,
November 18, 2009
By warmwinters
from Virginia Beach
"Like most people I have been renting splitters for the last 8 + years and have always put off getting one of my own. Well when the local rental place went out of business and the only other place to rent one had two that were both broke I guess it was time to get off some cash and take the plunge. I did my research and looked around and finally settled on this one. A little more power than the 20 tons I was renting before but since it was on sale and I have about two tons of logs sitting in my driveway every year I knew I was going to need the extra punch now and again. If you are going to put this monster together yourself trust me when I say this you WILL need two people. The beam and ram is EXTREMELY heavy. Took about three hours to assemble. Upgraded the grade 5 bolts that hold the beam to the trailer (6 total) to grade 8 for piece of mind when towing. Filled it with oil and gas, gave one pull on the Honda and off she went!! Had a few minor leaks but nothing a wrench and some more muscle could control. VERY well balanced and easy to set up with just one person. So now I have this new shiny piece of equipment sitting in the yard and just growling away. What can this thing really do for me? I loaded the biggest, nastiest, knotted twisted pieces I had and man all I can say is why did I wait so long. Split every piece I threw at it and then some with no hesitation. 40" round 22" tall wet red oak, crotches, knots, you name it, this stout beefy machine just sneezed and laughed the whole way through. Love the fact the it has a log stripper at the end the ram so that when I do manage to wedge something on it I don't have to beat the log off with a maul. Very nice feature. Without a doubt a keeper and money well spent. Now if only I can get the wife to let me store it in the living room..."
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
Great Splitter,
November 2, 2009
By MSHomeboy
from Central Mississippi
"I have owned this splitter for over a year now. It has performed flawlessly every time. With the Honda engine and quality components, it is a great product!!! I would recommend to anybody."
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Overall Rating:
5
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5
TOP OF THE LINE LOG SPLITTER!,
October 2, 2009
By logman2
from Abingdon VA
"Highly recommend the 30 ton log splitter. I have even split wood such as ash with no problem. Easy on fuel. Idle feature great. Assembled myself with no difficulty. This is not a toy-excellent piece of equipment. Smile!"
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5
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5
Log Splitter,
August 20, 2009
By kjmn
from Upstate New York
"I have just received this product and must say first of all that the shipping was fast. I found the instrucions to be right on the mark with just a few exceptions. The wheel washers were not packed with the wheel, and there was no direction as to adjusting the idle down feature. With that said, it went togeather quickly --about 2hr. By all means have 2 people ( or a peice of equipment ) there when unloading from truck. The Honda engine is what you would expect one pull right out of the box and it started--make sure that you log splitter control valve is in neutral before starting. I started splitting about a half cord of knoted oak and maple and did not have any trouble. I think it would be safe to say that I will not be needing the return lable for this item--its a keeper"
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5
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5
wife's new toy,
July 20, 2009
By 64mike
from pine city MN
"It is very simple to use and very safe. Have split 10 cord this year and not done yet. I saw the pole length up and my 100lb wife splits it. After all I bought for her for christmas."
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5
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5
Log Splitter,
July 20, 2009
By loggerjim
from Wisconsin
"This is a GREAT machine. I have owned one for several years now and it is one of the best purchases I have ever made. The machine is very powerful, the engine starts easily (even in the cold) and I have never had any downtime. It is very economical on fuel....the idle control is a must-have feature and helps minimize fuel usage as well as extend engine life. I would buy another one and would recommend it to anyone."
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5
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5
Great splitter,
May 13, 2009
By hamrobbins
from Maine
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"Works well and very well built. Funtions well in both verticle and horizontal positions. I have put three cords of large logs thru it with no problems.
A little more assembly required than I had anticipated, but good instructions and easy to do.
Buy the secondary set of splitting wings for a four-way split."
A little more assembly required than I had anticipated, but good instructions and easy to do.
Buy the secondary set of splitting wings for a four-way split."
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A back saver,
May 8, 2009
By stretch184
from Pennsylvania
"Like most people i looked at them all, this northstar 30 ton with the idle control is by far a front runner. i also put a return filter on and i removed the front jack leg and put a trailer jack with a wheel on it, makes for moving around very easy. I split about 7 to 10 cords pr yr most times by myself so the idle control is very nice to have. This unit is very well built and im sure it will outlast me. As for the honda.....just one pull and your working. So far a great splitter."
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log spitter,
March 23, 2009
By lenorde
from Rio Frio
"I bought the log splitter after hurricane Ike. Has performed very well.
The 5.5 Honda is excellent."
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| Extended Service Plan Description (learn more) | 1 Year | 2 Year |
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| Repair Plan | $129.99 More Info | $199.99 More Info |
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