Fransgård Log Skidders/Winches for Safe Logging
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What happens here
Allen from Fransgård introduces their line of 3-point hitch, PTO-driven log skidders/winches designed for safely pulling logs out of wooded areas. He details a smaller model suitable for 25-35 horsepower tractors, capable of pulling 6,600 pounds with 130 feet of cable. A larger 5021 model is also shown, rated for 35-65 horsepower tractors and able to pull 11,000 pounds. The design features a blade that digs into the ground for stability while winching, lifting the log off the ground to prevent 'plowing'. A crucial safety feature is a lock mechanism on the drum, which holds the load even if the tractor engine stalls, preventing the log from rolling back. They also utilize choker chains for securing logs.
Goal: Explain the features and safety aspects of Fransgård log skidders for efficient log extraction.
Tools and materials
- Choker Chains — Securing logs for pulling
- Fransgård Log Skidders/Winches — Pulling logs out of the woods safely and efficiently
- Tractor — Powering the PTO-driven log skidder