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Log Lifting and Processing: Match the Tool to Your Woodlot Workload

Compare four log handling tools-a manual timberjack, a long cant hook roller, a 2,000-pound skidding cart, and a hydraulic firewood processor with conveyor-by price and best use.

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

If you're preparing firewood or managing a woodlot, the hardest part is often just getting logs into the right position to cut, split, and move. Some users only need a simple lever to raise a log off the ground for chainsaw cuts; others want a full workstation that splits, cuts, and conveys. The four products here span the range: a manual timberjack, a long-handled cant hook roller, a two-wheel log skidding cart, and a hydraulic firewood processor with a conveyor.

Quick take

  • The 50-inch Timberjack Log Lifter is the entry point at USD 40.83, designed to lift logs clear of the ground for cutting.
  • For turning and rolling logs during cutting, the 60-inch Logging Jack adds a longer handle and a rubber grip at USD 46.99.
  • The Heavy Log Skidder Cart is the middle-priced option at USD 298.49, built to transport large logs with a load capacity of 2,000 pounds.
  • The 27T Hydraulic Firewood Processor is the high-capacity option at USD 7,699.00, with splitting force, a chainsaw, a 6-way wedge, and a conveyor.

Listed prices at a glance

ProductListed pricePrice bar
27T Hydraulic Firewood Processor w/ 739cc RATO EngineUSD 7,699.00
50In Timberjack Log Lifter Steel HandleUSD 40.83
60\" Logging Jack Log Lifter with Rubber GripUSD 46.99
Heavy Log Skidder Logging Trailer CartUSD 298.49

Which one should you choose?

ProductUse it forKey consideration
27T Hydraulic Firewood ProcessorHigh-volume splitting with conveyor-fed outputLarge upfront price and engine-powered footprint
50In Timberjack Log LifterLifting logs off the ground for chainsawingManual steel-handle hand tool
60\" Logging JackRolling and positioning logs with long-lever controlManual 60-inch hand tool with rubber grip
Heavy Log Skidder CartMoving heavy logs across open groundAssembly required and two-wheel design

Product notes

27T Hydraulic Firewood Processor w/ 739cc RATO Engine

27T Hydraulic Firewood Processor w/ 739cc RATO Engine Log Lifter & 118" Conveyor

This is the only powered unit in the comparison. It lists at USD 7,699.00 and bundles several work steps: the 27-ton split force handles hardwood logs, the 6-way wedge splits each log into six pieces in one motion, and the included hydraulic log lifter reduces manual lifting. A 20-inch chainsaw paired with a 15.7-inch max cutting capacity handles the cutting step, while the 118-inch conveyor moves split wood away. The trade-off is scale: it's a substantial machine with an engine, not a hand tool, so the price and footprint put it in a different category.

50In Timberjack Log Lifter Steel Handle Heavy Duty Firewood Rolling Tool

50In Timberjack Log Lifter Steel Handle Heavy Duty Firewood Rolling Tool

At USD 40.83, this timberjack is the lowest listed price in the group. The steel handle and lifting head raise a log off the ground, giving 14 inches of clearance for chainsaw cuts. It is made from premium-grade steel, and the ergonomic handle keeps the grip secure. It's a manual hand tool, so you supply the lifting force. If your work is mostly occasional chainsaw cutting of rounds that are already on the ground, this simple tool covers that lifting job at a low listed price.

60\" Logging Jack Log Lifter ,Steel Cant Hook Log Roller Tool with Rubber Grip

60" Logging Jack Log Lifter ,Steel Cant Hook Log Roller Tool with Rubber Grip

This logging jack lists at USD 46.99 and brings a 60-inch handle, a rubber grip, and steel construction with aluminum elements. The cant hook design rolls and positions logs, and it handles logs in the 8- to 32-inch range. It also carries a 3-year warranty. The longer handle gives more leverage for turning logs while cutting. It's finished in red and comes as a New item. If you need a dedicated log roller rather than a lifter, this gives you the extra reach and a comfortable grip for positioning work.

Heavy Log Skidder Logging Trailer Transporting Cart Trolley Log Skidding Cart

Heavy Log Skidder Logging Trailer Transporting Cart Trolley Log Skidding Cart

The middle-priced product at USD 298.49 is a two-wheeled cart with a steel and iron frame and a 2,000-pound load capacity. Its role is to move logs from one place to another, rather than act as a cutting or splitting station. The cart comes in black, uses a freestanding floor mount, and requires assembly. The two-wheel design means balancing the load as you move it. If you need to transport heavy timber rather than cut it, this cart targets that job.

Final recommendation by use case

For a full processing setup where a hydraulic splitter, chainsaw, and conveyor are all needed, the 27T Hydraulic Firewood Processor is the one to consider, despite the USD 7,699.00 price. For straightforward chainsaw work on already-cut rounds, the 50-inch Timberjack at USD 40.83 is the lowest-price pick. If longer reach and log turning are more important, the 60-inch Logging Jack at USD 46.99 adds leverage and a rubber grip. And when the task is transporting heavy loads rather than cutting, the Heavy Log Skidder Cart at USD 298.49 fills that gap with its 2,000-pound capacity.

Products in this article
27T Hydraulic Firewood Processor w/ 739cc RATO Engine Log Lifter & 118" ConveyorUSD 7,699.00View on eBay50In Timberjack Log Lifter Steel Handle Heavy Duty Firewood Rolling ToolUSD 40.83View on eBay60" Logging Jack Log Lifter ,Steel Cant Hook Log Roller ToolUSD 46.99View on eBayHeavy Log Skidder Logging Trailer Transporting Cart Trolley Log Skidding CartUSD 298.49View on eBay
27T Hydraulic Firewood Processor w/ 739cc RATO Engine Log Lifter & 118" ConveyorUSD 7,699.00View on eBay50In Timberjack Log Lifter Steel Handle Heavy Duty Firewood Rolling ToolUSD 40.83View on eBay60" Logging Jack Log Lifter ,Steel Cant Hook Log Roller ToolUSD 46.99View on eBayHeavy Log Skidder Logging Trailer Transporting Cart Trolley Log Skidding CartUSD 298.49View on eBay

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