Which tractor or carrier vehicle is required for a firewood processor?

For an attachment firewood processor, the carrier vehicle is a decisive part of the complete machine combination. The available hydraulic oil flow, working pressure, lifting capacity, stability and mechanical attachment must all match the selected firewood processor.

What hydraulic capacity is required?

The required hydraulic capacity depends on the BTD model:

• PROcompact: minimum 35 l/min
• PROcompact-S: minimum 55 l/min
• PROplus: minimum 55 l/min

Depending on the model, the required working pressure is approximately 210–250 bar.

Engine horsepower alone does not determine whether a tractor or carrier vehicle is suitable. The available hydraulic oil flow and working pressure are more important for the operation of the firewood processor.

What else must the carrier vehicle provide?

• Sufficient lifting capacity: the vehicle must be able to carry the machine safely during operation and movement.
• Good stability: especially important when handling larger and heavier logs.
• Compatible mechanical attachment: the connection between the carrier vehicle and the firewood processor must be suitable for the application.
• Pressure-free return: the hydraulic return must be correctly configured.
• Leak-oil connection: a separate leak-oil line is required.

Which types of carrier vehicle can be used?

Depending on the model and technical specifications, suitable carrier vehicles can include:

• tractors;
• wheel loaders and compact loaders;
• telehandlers;
• excavators;
• other suitable professional carrier vehicles.

The vehicle type itself is not enough to determine suitability. The hydraulic capacity, lifting capacity, stability and attachment system must always be checked.

Why is the carrier vehicle so important?

BTD PROcompact, PROcompact-S and PROplus are attachment firewood processors. They use the hydraulic system of the carrier vehicle for sawing and splitting and therefore do not require a separate engine on the firewood processor itself.

The performance of the complete combination depends on how well the carrier vehicle and firewood processor are matched.

Conclusion

The right tractor or carrier vehicle for a firewood processor is determined mainly by hydraulic oil flow, working pressure, lifting capacity, stability and the mechanical and hydraulic connections.

PROcompact requires at least 35 l/min, while PROcompact-S and PROplus require at least 55 l/min. Depending on the model, working pressure is approximately 210–250 bar.

Before choosing a machine, always check the complete combination of carrier vehicle and firewood processor.

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