{"product_id":"iron-amp-oak-log-splitter-30-ton-tow-behind-torsion-axle-honda-gx270-bhvh3018gxt","title":"Iron \u0026 Oak Log Splitter | 30-Ton | Tow-Behind | Torsion Axle | Honda GX270","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Iron \u0026amp; Oak BHVH3018GXT is the premium version of the BHVH3018GX — same \u003cstrong\u003e30 tons of splitting force\u003c\/strong\u003e, same \u003cstrong\u003eHonda GX270\u003c\/strong\u003e and 16 GPM Hi-Lo 2-stage pump, but adding a \u003cstrong\u003etorsion axle and engine guard as standard equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e. At 730 lbs. dry weight, it's the heaviest and most complete tow-behind splitter in the Iron \u0026amp; Oak lineup. \u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Log Splitter (Tow-Behind)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplitting Force:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 tons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal and Vertical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honda GX270 — 270cc displacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCycle Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 GPM Hi-Lo 2-stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCylinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 in. x 24 in. clevis type, 1.75-in. rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWedge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty, 5 bolts per side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplitting Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Log Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.5 gal. system total (9 gal. tank)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHitch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 in. ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTires:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.8 in. x 8.0 in. highway rated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAxle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Torsion axle — standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Guard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 730 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in the USA (with US and imported components)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e BHVH3018GXT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTorsion Axle — Standard Equipment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key upgrade over the BHVH3018GX is the torsion axle — standard on the GXT, optional or absent on lesser units. A torsion axle absorbs road shock independently at each wheel rather than transmitting it through a rigid beam to the frame and hydraulic components. For contractors towing a 730-lb. splitter on rough rural roads or gravel driveways regularly, this significantly reduces stress on the frame welds, hydraulic fittings, and cylinder mounts over the life of the machine. Engine guard is also standard — protecting the Honda GX270 from debris and impact during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e30 Tons — 12-Second Cycle Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame performance platform as the BHVH3018GX — Honda GX270, 16 GPM Hi-Lo 2-stage pump, 4.5-inch cylinder, 12-second cycle time. At 3,500 PSI the Hi-Lo pump delivers high flow for fast cylinder extension then automatically shifts to high pressure at contact for full 30-ton splitting force. For large-diameter hardwood and commercial firewood volume, this is the top of the Iron \u0026amp; Oak tow-behind range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMade in the USA — Full Commercial Spec\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 730 lbs. dry weight with a 10.5-gallon hydraulic system, the BHVH3018GXT runs cooler and handles sustained load better than lighter units. 4-stage hydraulic filtration, Halite commercial cylinder seals, offset valve, auto latch beam lock, enhanced position handle, heavy-duty 5-bolt wedge, log dislodger, log cradle, larger jack wheel, and tow cables all standard. Nothing to add — this unit ships complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFree Shipping — No Sales Tax\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips free to the continental United States. No sales tax on your order. 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