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YARDMAX 25-Ton Half-Beam Horizontal / Vertical Gas Log Splitter w/ Briggs & Stratton 208cc Engine
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YS2565
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Required Accessories
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Optional Accessories
10
Features
Force
25 Tons
Style
Gas
Type
Vertical / Horizontal
Log Length
25.5 Inches
- Same Performance, Half The Beam
- Compact design, immense 25-ton splitting force
- 208cc Briggs & Stratton 4-Cycle Gas Engine
- Reliable and easy-to-start with plenty of torque
- Vertical AND Horizontal Splitting
- Dual end cylinder support for equal weight distribution
- Locks into place ensuring stable and safe operation
- Easier to lift into vertical position than the full beam
- 14-GPM 2-Stage Hydraulic Pump
- Over-sized design, provides a cycle time of just 9.7 seconds
- 4.0-Gallon Hydraulic Reservoir
- Built-into wheel shaft with internal filter for added protection
- U-Beam Structural Design
- Exclusive structural design dwarfs traditional I-Beam in strength
- Provides more durability and less stress over time
- Patent Pending Spinner-Plate
- Logs freely spin while being split; less stress on the beam
- 7.5-INCH 2-Way Splitting Wedge
- Quickly connects providing a jam free operation
- Operator Friendly
- Control valve handle conveniently located on top of the unit
- Narrow wheel base allows you to get closer to table
- Adjustable Log Cradle
- Keeps the logs where you want them, regardless of splitter position
- Tow Capable
- 16-INCH DOT approved road tires with 2-INCH ball hitch
- Tire fenders for protection against fallen debris
- YARDMAX 3-2-1 Residential Warranty
- Warranty coverage that will keep you splitting wood, not hairs
- 4-Way Wedge IS NO LONGER Included With YARDMAX® Gas Log Splitters
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Gasoline engine exhaust (condensates/extracts) which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
YS2565
General Information
Product Category
Log Splitter
Engine
Engine Brand
Briggs & Stratton
Starting System
Recoil Start
Engine Cycle
4-Cycle
CC
208 CCs
Low Oil Shutdown
Yes
Consumer Engine Warranty
2 Years
Hydraulics
Auto Return
Yes
Hydraulic Filter
Yes
Hydraulic Oil Included
Yes
Hydraulic Reservoir Size
4 Gallons
Cylinder Diameter
4 Inches
Cycle Time
9.7 Seconds
Tonnage
25 Tons
Overview
Product Category
Log Splitter
Assembly Required
Yes
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Warranty
90 Days
Power Type
Gas
UPC
857649006180
Wedge
Wedge Material
Steel
Wedge Size
7.5 Inches
Replaceable Wedge
Yes
Sharpenable Wedge
Yes
Log Capacity
Max Log Length
25.5 Inches
Towing
Towable
Yes
Fenders
Yes
Hitch Type
2 Inch Ball Hitch
Accessories
Jack Stands
Included
Log Cradles
Included
Wheels
Front Tire Size
16 Inch
Tire Type
Pneumatic Wheels
| 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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