Unique NOVOTNY 5 t Log Forwarder
Tries Distribution has began to distribute this small Novotny log forwarder in U.S. and Canada since 2006. This unit is powered by 70 HP Yanmar engine, it has a 5 ton payload capacity and trailer designed for various log lengths up to 15 feet /5 meters/. It features high quality weldments which make this unit indestrutible. 6 feet width increases manoeuvrability and ecological forest protection. The power train features a hydrostatic Sauer - Danfoss transmission with low and high range and boggies with high ground clearence of 46 cm. 8 x 8 with the ASC slip-resistant system gives excellent agility not seen with competitive machines. No wheel loses power in extreme conditions as the power is equally divided between the wheels, kind of lock differential at mechanical transmission power. Cabine complies with all ROPS ASTM requirements. 

Log Forwarder Description
The Log Forwarder is used in forestry industry to optimize and facilitate the movement of cut logs from the forest to the roadside for further transport to specialized mills for processing. A Log Forwarder combines the features of a mobile crane and usually more needed powerful tractor. Novotny log forwarder goes much further as both units can be easily separated and the trailer can be soon replaced with other specialized machinery. This raised the question if unit like than can be called Log Forwarder furthermore. 

Log Harvester Option This Log Harvester is tested with Tapio 250 Harvester Head, weight of 280 kg and cutting diameter of 350 mm and delimbing diameter of 300 mm. Harvester head instalation takes 15 - 30 minutes.

Log Forwarder specification