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Brave 24-Ton Horizontal / Vertical Gas Log Splitter w/ Honda 160cc Engine
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VH1724GC
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Required Accessories
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Optional Accessories
10
Features
Force
24 Tons
Style
Gas
Type
Vertical / Horizontal
Log Length
25 Inches
- Robust Honda GC160 160cc 4-Cycle Engine
- Powerful and reliable performance
- Full, Industrial I-Beam
- For incredible strength to prevent twisting
- 4-Stage Hydraulic Filtration System
- Prevents damage by removing contaminates that damage machine
- Includes suction strainer, return line filter, breather cap air filter and magnetic drain plug
- Easily Change From Horizontal To Vertical
- Convenient lift handle provides added control for easier and safer transitions
- Two-Stage 11 GPM Pump
- Industrial cylinder with Halite seals keeps constant and consistent pressure while splitting
- O-ring fittings on control valve make assembly easier and reduce leaks
- Nylon hydraulic hose sleeves provides protection
- Heavy-Duty Log Dislodger
- Ejects logs that stick to the splitting wedge
- Protects the control valve and other hydraulic components from damage
- High Performance Wedge
- Makes splitting easier and more efficient
- Tow-Ready
- Highway-rated tires plus 2" ball hitch and chains
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Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Carbon monoxide which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm, and Soots, tars, and mineral oils (untreated and mildly treated oils and used engine oils) which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
VH1724GC
General Information
Product Category
Log Splitter
Engine
Engine Brand
Honda GC
Starting System
Recoil Start
Engine Cycle
4-Cycle
CC
160 CCs
Hydraulics
Auto Return
Yes
Hydraulic Filter
Yes
Hydraulic Oil Included
No
Hydraulic Reservoir Size
7 Gallons Gallons
Cylinder Diameter
4 Inches
Cylinder Length
24 Inches
Cycle Time
13 Seconds
Tonnage
24 Tons
Overview
Product Category
Log Splitter
Assembly Required
Yes
Weight
500 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Commercial Warranty
90 Days
Product Length
83 Inches
Product Width
41 Inches
Product Height
39 Inches
Power Type
Gas
Wedge
Wedge Material
Steel
Wedge Size
8 Inches
Wedge Style
2-way
Replaceable Wedge
Yes
Log Capacity
Max Log Length
25 Inches
Max Log Diameter
16 Inches
Towing
Towable
Yes
D.O.T. Lights
No
Fenders
Optional
Hitch Type
2 Inch Ball Hitch
Max Towing Speed
45 MPH
Accessories
Log Cradles
Included
Engine Guard
No
Hitch
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 |
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