Halverson Firewood Processors
One Person, One Machine
More Firewood, Less Time, Less Effort
The Halverson firewood processors make it easy for one person to lift the log, move it, cut it to size, split it and eject it onto the firewood pile, all from the safety and comfort of the host machine’s cab.
Halverson firewood processors attach to most skid steers, tractors, front loaders and excavators with Universal Quick Attach.
Firewood Processor Line Overview
No matter your desired production amount or typical log diameter, we have a firewood processor that fits your needs. If you’re unsure which to choose, reach out to our team.
HWP-160
This is our high production model. You can process 2 or more logger’s cords of firewood an hour from 24-inch diameter, 12-foot logs from the safety and comfort of your host machine’s cab. Its roller feed table and 43,330 lbs. of splitting force make easy work of the gnarliest of logs.
HWP-150
With this heavy-duty model, you can process about 2 logger’s cords of firewood an hour from 22-inch diameter, 12-foot logs from the safety and comfort of your host machine’s cab. Also available in Left-Hand discharge and Extended models. Its 38,138 lbs. of splitting force helps one person process more firewood in less time, with less effort.
HWP-140B
With this commercial/residential model, you can process 2 or more logger’s cords of firewood an hour from 18-inch diameter, 12-foot logs from the safety and comfort of your host unit’s cab. Also available in a Left-Hand discharge model.
HWP-120
This versatile model helps one person process 1 or more logger’s cords of firewood an hour from 15-inch diameter, 12-foot logs. The complete process from log lift to firewood discharge, all from the safety and comfort of your host machine’s cab.
HWP-100
Designed for residential and farm use, this model helps you process 1 or more logger’s cords of firewood an hour from up to 14-inch diameter, 8-foot logs while safe and comfortable in your host machine’s cab. Also available as a 3-point hitch, self-powered trailer-mounted or special small tractor package models.
Compare Halverson Firewood Processors
Find the Right Model for Your Needs
Talk to the Halverson Sales Team to identify the firewood processing attachment best suited to satisfy your needs and will work with your skid steer, tractor, front loader or excavator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Halverson firewood processing attachments are compatible with most makes and models of skid steers, tractors, front loaders and excavators. Most require three connections: one pressure, one return and one case drain.
Setup is quick and straightforward with three hydraulic connections (pressure, case drain and return) and one electrical connection. Secure the attachment using your machine’s Universal Quick Attachment SAE spec J2513. Just snap in the three hoses, connect the power plug and you’re ready to begin processing firewood.
All Halverson firewood processing attachments are hand-built from 1/4 to 5/8-inch steel. We take pride in the quality and longevity of our products, made right here in Pine River, Minnesota.
You bet! The table supports crooked or gnarly logs (you may have to jiggle the log a bit), and the arm holds the log securely while the saw cuts it to size. Splitting force ranges from the HWP-100’s 21,195 pounds to the HWP-160’s 43,331 pounds.
Production rates vary from 1 logger’s cord (128 cu. ft) for the HWP-100 to 2 or more logger’s cords per hour for the HWP-150, depending on the operator’s experience.
No, the processing attachments have their own oilers.
Wire harnesses are the most vulnerable part of the firewood processor. We’ve had customers forget to latch the machine, and it breaks off. Bars and chains are wear items.
Yes. The head will not come out, or the bar will not come down, unless it is clear.
Yes, we offer 2-way, 4-way, 6-way and 8-way splitter wedges depending on the model.