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Ariens 27-Ton Horizontal / Vertical Gas Log Splitter

Name: Ariens 27-Ton Horizontal / Vertical Gas Log Splitter
Brand: Ariens
SKU: 2844
Rating: 4.81 (42 reviews)

Model:

917001

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Features

Specifications

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Easily Change From Vertical to Horizontal Operation
Never again have to lift those heavy logs onto the cradle
169cc Subaru Engine
Top-notch performance and unbeatable reliability
25" Maximum Log Capacity
The ability to split those longer logs- perfect for bonfires
2-Stage, 11 GPM Hydraulic Pump
27-Ton splitting force
Centrally Located Controls Allow For Operation From Either Side
Spend less time walking around the machine & more time splitting
Tow Hitch and Jack Stand Included
Makes moving and setting up your splitter that much easier
Critical Components Are Located At The Front Of The Splitter
Reduces the likelihood of damage from dropped logs
Ergonomic Work Height
Less fatigue means any size job will be easier
Assembly Required
Splitter will arrive in a crate with complete instructions
Unit Shipped Partially Filled Hydraulic Reservoir
Add ISO32 hydraulic oil to operating level before use; see manual

Specifications

917001

Engine

Engine Brand

Subaru

Starting System

Recoil Start

169 CCs

Fuel Tank Size

0.9 Gallons

Idle Control

Yes

Hydraulics

Auto Return

Yes

Hydraulic Filter

Yes

Hydraulic Oil Included

Yes

Hydraulic Reservoir Size

4.5 Gallons

Cylinder Diameter

4.5 Inches

Cycle Time

17 Seconds

Tonnage

27 Tons

Overview

Assembly Required

Yes

Weight

500 Pounds

Consumer Warranty

3 Years

Product Length

86.25 Inches

Product Width

38.25 Inches

Product Height

46.5 Inches

UPC

751058036984

Wedge

Wedge Size

6 Inches

Wedge Style

2-way

Replaceable Wedge

Yes

Sharpenable Wedge

Yes

Log Capacity

Max Log Length

25 Inches

Towing

Towable

Yes

D.O.T. Lights

Fenders

Included

Hitch Type

2 Inch Ball Hitch

Max Towing Speed

45 MPH

Accessories

Jack Stands

Included

Log Cradles

Included

Wood Type	Hardness Rating	6" Seasoned	6" Green	12" Seasoned	12" Green	24" Seasoned	24" Green
Alder	590 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Ash	1320 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Aspen	420 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Basswood	410 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Beech	1300 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Birch	1470 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Boxelder	720 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Buckeye	350 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Catalpa	550 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Cedar	900 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	15+ Tons	20+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Cherry	950 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	15+ Tons	20+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Cottonwood	430 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Dogwood	2150 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	22+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Elm	1540 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Fir	710 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Hickory	1820 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	22+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Locust	1700 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	22+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Magnolia	1020 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Maple	1450 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Oak	1620 Lbs.	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	22+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons
Pine	860 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Poplar	540 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Spruce	510 Lbs.	4+ Tons	6+ Tons	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Sweet Gum	850 Lbs.	6+ Tons	8+ Tons	10+ Tons	13+ Tons	27+ Tons	30+ Tons
Walnut	1010 Lbs.	7+ Tons	9+ Tons	16+ Tons	22+ Tons	30+ Tons	35+ Tons

Reviews

(42)

Ariens 917001 Reviews & Ratings

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Great Product

By David T.

Racine, Wisconsin

Review Posted 11/29/2017

I have used my log splitter for a year and have had no problems at all. I used to split all of my firewood by hand. Now that I am 57 years old I never plan to ever split by hand again. It starts on the 1st or 2nd pull after setting idle for several months. I wish that I had purchased one long ago.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

4/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

4/5

Pros:

Easy To Use, Reliable, Exceeded Expectations, I'd Buy It Again

Cons:

Bigger log shelve

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Ariens 27-Ton Log Splitter

By Ed H.

willard, Utah

Purchased 03/11/2016 |

Review Posted 05/17/2016

I bought one of these Ariens 27 ton log splitters and have been very happy with it. I have split a lot of wood. It is amazing. I haven't found anything it can't do. It might slow down a bit when you get to the real bad stuff but never stops splitting. It starts easy and runs great.

I bought the work table and the handle to raise and lower the ram. I don't know about the handle but the table is a must. It really speed thing up. Also they talk so much about cycle time. It really does't matter because alot of the time you barley hit the log and it splits, then you back it off a little put the next piece in and that does't take much time at all. Anyway I think it would be hard to find a better splitter.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

27 ton log splitter

By Tony

Wausau, Wisconsin

Review Posted 03/12/2016

I purchased the 27 ton Ariens log splitter in March of 2014 from my local dealer. Since the purchase of this splitter my family has put 92 plus cord of wood through this splitter. Only minor issue is the orange side bars up by wedge they bend sometimes... not a big deal.

We have changed oil in the motor 5 times already. This splitter was well worth the money spent. Yesterday my daughter purchased a new one so we can have 2 splitters going at once (same model 27 ton) We have had no issues with the splitter we bought 2 years ago and highly recommend it.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

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Son Loves It

By Betty D.

Washington, Georgia

Purchased 11/30/2015 |

Review Posted 01/13/2016

I bought this as a Christmas present for my son. He loves it. Great shipping time. Ordered first of week and he got it in 3 days. Great support from Ariens also.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

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Great Machine

By Robert B.

Coventry, Rhode Island

Purchased 11/26/2015 |

Review Posted 12/29/2015

I purchased an Ariens because of the reliability . I own older Ariens Equipment , and always has been dependable . This Log Splitter ran through anything we put in it.

Heavy knotted logs are no problem for it. Very satisfied with the Product , it was purchased as a Christmas Gift , and is already in operation and done a Cord of wood with it.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

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Thomas

By Thomas R.

Traverse City, Michigan

Purchased 11/23/2015 |

Review Posted 12/17/2015

The splitter was delivered in a timely manner. My biggest and only gripe was getting it out of the crate. Geez! You folks definitely did not want this piece of equipment to get damaged. This is a good thing, I suppose.

Well, she fired up on the first pull and purred like a kitten at the milk tap. I am impressed! The operation is smooth and timely. The engine must be of a new generation of quiet. I have never known a small equipment engine to run, whereby a conversation can take place nearby. Plenty of power and wood severing strength. Thanks!

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

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Arins 27-Ton

By William F.

Towanda, Pennsylvania

Purchased 10/03/2015 |

Review Posted 10/26/2015

Setup was easy, works better than described!

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

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Ariens 27-Ton Log Splitter

By James S.

Mercer, Wisconsin

Purchased 09/20/2015 |

Review Posted 10/22/2015

The log splitter arrived in a timely manner and was in great shape with no visible damage. It was easy to uncrate and setup. Started fast once I remembered to turn on the fuel valve (OOPS).

We split almost two cords of wood over a two day period. The splitter worked flawlessly. The engine was smooth with plenty of power and easy on gas. We highly recommend this unit.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

4/5

Wedge is weak link

By Robert H.

Middlesex, New Jersey

Review Posted 10/02/2015

I bought the smaller Ariens (21 ton?). First day, knotty log jammed, while retracting wedge the steel wedge attachment point (actually part of the wedge) broke, requiring a replacement wedge $200+). Wouldn't you think they would have a less expensive shear pin as the weak link?

I returned the splitter and upgraded to the 27 ton. It has the same flaw. My wedge broke last week, but a welder friend fixed it. Come on, Ariens, there is no excuse for the expensive wedge being the weak link. Poor design but overall a good splitter.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

4/5

Quality

3/5

Performance

4/5

Value

4/5

Verified Buyer

Great product, Great price, Great service!

By David J.

Locust, North Carolina

Purchased 04/05/2015 |

Review Posted 04/27/2015

I purchased the Ariens 27-ton log splitter from Log Splitters Direct. The professional reviews really helped with my decision to purchase this product. Online ordering was easy, the price was easy on the wallet, delivery was much faster than estimated, and it was packaged very nicely in a crate.

The performance of the log splitter has been great as well. Within the first month, I have already split 5 cords of oak and have not had a single problem. Overall, Log Splitters Direct provided exceptional professional service and a great product.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

Pros: