If you're splitting firewood for sale or processing timber on your property, a log splitter is the machine that turns a full day of manual work into a morning job. At ForestProGear, we carry hydraulic log splitters built for serious operators — from 24-ton tow-behind units for property owners stepping up from a manual axe, through to 30-ton commercial skid steer attachments for contractors running full-time firewood operations.

Our lineup covers three distinct categories: Brave tow-behind splitters powered by Honda GC engines, BravePro tow-behind splitters on commercial Honda GX engines, and Iron & Oak skid steer and tow-behind units made in the USA. Every unit ships free, with no sales tax.

How a Hydraulic Log Splitter Actually Works

A hydraulic log splitter uses a cylinder driven by a 2-stage pump to push a log against a steel wedge with controlled, measured force — up to 37 tons on our flagship unit. You place the log, engage the control valve, and the cylinder extends to split the log in a single stroke. On most units in our lineup, that cycle completes in 12 to 14 seconds.

The 2-stage pump is what makes modern hydraulic splitters efficient. At low load it delivers high flow for fast cylinder extension — then automatically shifts to high pressure at contact with the log for maximum splitting force. This means fast cycle times on easy splits and full tonnage available when you hit a knotted oak round that would stall a single-stage pump.

Most units in our lineup operate both horizontally and vertically — split large rounds directly on the ground in vertical mode without lifting them onto the beam.

Choosing the Right Log Splitter for Your Operation

The right unit depends on your log diameter, daily volume, and whether you run a skid steer. Here's how our lineup breaks down:

Brave 24-Ton Tow-Behind — Honda GC160, 13-second cycle time, 11 GPM 2-stage pump, 4 in. x 24 in. cylinder, 500 lbs. Handles logs up to 16 inches in diameter, 25 inches long. Industrial I-beam frame, 4-stage hydraulic filtration, Sherwin-Williams powder coat. Tow-ready up to 45 MPH. Entry point into the Brave lineup for property owners and small firewood operations.

Brave 30-Ton Tow-Behind — Honda GC190, 14-second cycle time, 13 GPM 2-stage pump, 4.5 in. x 24 in. cylinder, 525 lbs. Steps up to 30 tons for larger diameter hardwood. Same industrial I-beam platform with a larger cylinder bore and upgraded pump for consistent performance on dense species like oak and hickory.

BravePro 24-Ton Tow-Behind — Honda GX160, 13-second cycle time, 24 tons, 500 lbs. The GX series engine brings commercial-grade tolerances — cast iron cylinder sleeve, ball bearing crankshaft, longer service intervals. For operators running the splitter extended sessions daily, the GX160 outlasts consumer-grade equivalents over the long run.

BravePro 30-Ton Tow-Behind — Honda GX200, 14-second cycle time, 5 in. cylinder bore, 530 lbs. Larger bore generates more force at the same PSI. High-performance wedge design shears wood fibers rather than forcing them apart — cleaner splits, lower fuel consumption per cycle.

BravePro 37-Ton Tow-Behind — Honda GX270, 14-second cycle time, 16 GPM 2-stage pump, 9-gallon hydraulic system, 550 lbs. The flagship tow-behind in the BravePro lineup. Handles the densest hardwood species — hedge, osage orange, large-diameter white oak — without hesitation. For commercial firewood producers who need maximum splitting force in a towable format.

Iron & Oak 24-Ton Skid Steer Mount — Made in the USA, 24 tons, 4 in. x 24 in. cylinder, 340 lbs., operates 100% from the cab via quick attach. Runs off your skid steer's existing hydraulic system — no separate engine, no fuel. Mount in minutes, remove when you need the bucket back.

Iron & Oak 30-Ton Skid Steer Mount — Made in the USA, 30 tons, 4.5 in. x 30 in. cylinder, 600 lbs. Handles logs up to 31 inches long. For skid steer operators who need more force and stroke length on larger timber.

Iron & Oak 24-Ton Tow-Behind — Made in the USA, Honda GX160, 13-second cycle time, Hi-Lo 2-stage pump, 10-gallon hydraulic system, 675 lbs. Heavier build spec than BravePro — more steel, larger hydraulic system that runs cooler under sustained load. Auto latch beam lock, offset control valve, 32-inch splitting height, 5-bolt wedge.

Iron & Oak 30-Ton Tow-Behind — Made in the USA, Honda GX270, 12-second cycle time, 16 GPM Hi-Lo pump, 10.5-gallon system, 705 lbs. Fastest cycle time in the lineup. Heavier hydraulic system, same commercial build quality. For high-volume firewood producers who run the machine hard every day.

Iron & Oak 30-Ton Tow-Behind Torsion Axle — Same as above with torsion axle and engine guard standard. The torsion axle absorbs road shock independently at each wheel — significantly less stress on frame welds and hydraulic fittings for contractors towing on rough rural roads daily.

Tow-Behind vs. Skid Steer — Which Configuration Is Right?

Tow-behind splitters are the right choice for most operations. They're self-contained, towable to any location, and require no other equipment. Park the unit, connect to a tractor or truck, and split — independently of any other machine on the property.

Skid steer log splitter attachments make sense when you already run a skid steer full-time and want to add splitting capacity without purchasing a standalone machine. The Iron & Oak skid steer units run entirely off your existing hydraulic system — no additional engine to fuel, service, or maintain. Cab operation keeps the operator in the ROPS-protected environment throughout the splitting process.

Honda GC vs. GX — What's the Difference?

Both engine families are Honda, but they're built to different specifications. The GC series is Honda's premium consumer line — reliable, efficient, well-suited to regular residential and semi-commercial use. The GX series is Honda's commercial line — built to tighter tolerances, with cast iron cylinder sleeves, higher oil capacity, and longer rated service intervals.

For a property owner splitting 5-10 cords per season, a GC-powered Brave splitter is more than adequate. For a firewood producer splitting 50+ cords per season with the machine running multiple hours daily, the GX-powered BravePro or Iron & Oak lineup delivers better sustained performance and longer service life.

Made in the USA — Iron & Oak

Iron & Oak manufactures in the United States with US and imported components. At 675 to 730 lbs. dry weight, their tow-behind units run larger hydraulic systems, heavier steel construction, and commercial-spec features — auto latch beam lock, Hi-Lo 2-stage pump, offset valve, Halite commercial cylinder seals, 5-bolt wedge — that are standard equipment, not optional upgrades.