John Deere is offering loggers a new way to boost productivity with the introduction of the optional U7 heavy-duty undercarriage for its 753J Tracked Feller Buncher. By providing increased stability in rugged terrain, this new option adds to the 753J's ability to get more work done quickly.
Komatsu America announced the introduction of a new series of Komatsu track feller bunchers and harvesters. The new forestry machines include the XT430-2, XT430L-2, XT445L-2 and XT450L-2. The Komatsu XT series replaces the previously well-known Valmet brand FX/FXL series.
A logging crew was clearcutting a steep tract in the Appalachians. The feller-buncher, facing straight downhill, would cut trees on the way down a very steep slope and then would back up the hill for the next tree.
In response to common productivity and operational challenges throughout the logging industry, John Deere has introduced new Autoshift functionality on its popular line of H-Series Skidders.
Caterpillar Forest Products announced enhancements to improve durability and performance of the Cat HF201 and HF221 felling heads for track feller bunchers. Both heads are available in partial or full tilt configurations.
Feller Bunchers
full story
printer version