25-Ton Self-Powered Horizontal Log-Splitter Wallenstein

Wallenstein 25 Ton SELF-Powered Horizontal Log-Splitters

This WX950, WX960, and WX970 are Self-Powered Horizontal Log Splitters from Canadian manufacturer Wallenstein. They’re towable with a 2″ ball hitch, but are self-supporting too.

All models have a hydraulic log lifter to lift logs up to the 25″ height of the bed, and all of these splitters are powered by a 10 hp Vanguard engine.

The WX950 has a 24″ split opening with a 5.24s cycle time. The WX960 has a 36″ split opening with 7.86s cycle time. The WX970 has a 48″ split opening with a 10.48s cycle time.

A 12″ hitch extension is required to pull behind an ATV.

A 2-Way Wide Wedge is included that pops the log in a short distance. A 4-Way Wedge is an option.

To return the cylinder, just pull back on the lever and it will return to its starting position automatically, and then pop into neutral.

All in all this is a well thought out, compact, log splitter.

Wallenstein WX950 Log Splitter Details

• 25 Ton Split Capacity
• 24″ Split Opening
• Powered by a 10 hp Vanguard Engine
• 5.24s Cycle Time (dependent on hydraulic flow)
• 785 lb
• 81 x 63 x 38 (LxWxH)
• 25″ Bed Height
• 2″ Ball Hitch
• Hydraulic Log Lifter

Wallenstein WX960 Log Splitter Details

• 25 Ton Split Capacity
• 24″ Split Opening
• Powered by a 10 hp Vanguard Engine
• 7.86s Cycle Time (dependent on hydraulic flow)
• 990 lb
• 107 x 63 x 38 (LxWxH)
• 25″ Bed Height
• 2″ Ball Hitch
• Hydraulic Log Lifter

Wallenstein WX970 Log Splitter Details

• 25 Ton Split Capacity
• 24″ Split Opening
• Powered by a 10 hp Vanguard Engine
• 10.48s Cycle Time (dependent on hydraulic flow)
• 1135 lb
• 130 x 63 x 38 (LxWxH)
• 25″ Bed Height
• 2″ Ball Hitch
• Hydraulic Log Lifter

How to Choose the Right Log Splitter:

There are 4 main choices to consider: 

1) TYPE: Do you require an engine-powered model or would you prefer to power it off your tractor or skidsteer? 

2) POWER: Most wood can be split by a 20-ton splitter. However, hardwoods with gnarled, twisted grains, such as those that often grow up along a fence line may require a splitter with a higher splitting force. 

3) ORIENTATION: Vertical 3-point hitch models, inverted skidsteer models and horizontal-vertical woodsplitters are very helpful when the wood being split is too large or heavy to lift onto a log bed. The Log Lifter fitted to some of the WX900 series models is also helpful in this regard. 

4) SPLIT LENGTH: Do you require 24”, 36” or 48” lengths of split wood? If you are interested in a trailer model, consider how much wood you intend to spilt, is it for commercial or rental use, does towed equipment require lights and licensing where you live. If available in your chosen model, a “T”, or Tall version of the splitter can raise the working height to a more comfortable level. The horizontal / vertical splitters can also help in this regard.