Self-Powered 20 Ton Horizontal Log-Splitter Wallenstein

Wallenstein 20 Ton SELF-Powered Horizontal Log-Splitters

These 5 Series Self-Powered Horizontal Log Splitters from Canadian manufacturer Wallenstein are towable with a 2″ ball hitch, but are self-supporting too.

Four models are available in this series: the WX515, WX520, WX520T, and WX520L.

All models have a 20 Ton Split Capacity, 24″ Split Opening, with a 6.62s cycle time.

The WX515 is powered by a 5 hp Honda engine, while the WX520, WX520T, and WX520L are powered by a 6.5 hp Vanguard engine. Models that end in T have a higher bed which raises the splitting height to a more comfortable level.

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.

An optional stroke limiter is available to stop the cylinder from fully retracting, reducing your cycle time by almost 50% (for use on shorter logs).

An optional clamp on side-shelf is available to catch your split logs. An optional, much larger folding shelf at the end of the splitter run is available to catch split wood, too.

There is also an All-Weather Cover available to protect your splitter from the elements.

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

Wallenstein WX515T Log Splitter Details

• 20 Ton Split Capacity
• 24″ Split Opening
• Powered by a 5 hp Honda Engine
• 6.62s Cycle Time (dependent on hydraulic flow)
• 360 lb
• 72 x 42 x 36 (LxWxH)
• 28″ Bed Height

Wallenstein WX520T Log Splitter Details

• 20 Ton Split Capacity
• 24″ Split Opening
• Powered by a 6.5 hp Vanguard Engine
• 6.62s Cycle Time (dependent on hydraulic flow)
• 375 lb
• 72 x 42 x 45 (LxWxH)
• 28″ Bed Height

Wallenstein WX520/WX520L Log Splitter Details

• 20 Ton Split Capacity
• 24″ Split Opening
• Powered by a 6.5 hp Vanguard Engine
• 6.62s Cycle Time (dependent on hydraulic flow)
• 365 lb
• 72″ x 42″ x 36″ (LxWxH)
• 19″ Bed Height
• Add the Optional Light Kit Makes to To Make This Highway Towable and It Becomes Model WX20L

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.