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Forestry Forwarder with Grapple

Designed for rugged timberlands, this forestry machine features heavy off-road tires, an empty log bunk, and a folded hydraulic grapple.

A forestry forwarder with a folded grapple and rugged tires, shown at an angle.
Forestry Forwarder with Grapple
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Heavy Forestry Machine with a Grapple Arm

Shown at an angle, this forestry forwarder features large treaded tires, a protective driver cab, an empty rear cargo area, and a folded mechanical grapple arm.

How Forwarders Move Timber

A forwarder is a specialized logging vehicle that gathers cut timber from deep within forests and carries it out to roadside landing zones. Unlike skidders that drag logs through dirt, forwarders lift logs completely off the ground into their bunk. This practice protects the forest floor from soil erosion and keeps the wood clean before processing.

Natural Colors of Forestry Equipment

  • Vehicle Body Work: Bright yellow, green, or safety orange
  • Massive Off-Road Tires: Deep black or mud gray
  • Hydraulic Grapple and Arm: Dark steel, iron gray, or black
  • Log Bunk Frame: Matte black or dark green
  • Cab Windows: Clear blue or gray tint
Questions and answers

Common Questions About Forwarders

How does a forwarder pick up heavy tree trunks?
The vehicle uses a hydraulic crane arm equipped with a claw-like grapple that opens and closes tightly around several logs at once.
Why do forestry machines have such huge, wide tires?
Wide tires spread the weight of the heavy machine over a larger surface, preventing it from sinking into soft forest soil or damaging tree roots.
What is the difference between a forwarder and a log truck?
Forwarders operate off-road directly in rough forest terrain, while log trucks transport timber over public paved highways.
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