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NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
Item# 1109
This NorthStar® Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter is powered by a quality Honda GX160 OHV engine with idle control to split logs up to 25in. long. Features a 2-stage Barnes pump, which decreases cycle time by delivering high flow/low pressure when there is no resistance and low flow/high pressure when cutting through a log. Uses a horizontal shaft engine, engineered for a long life with auto idle/throttle control that also saves fuel and reduces noise. Patented log stripper clears log from retracting wedge. Log cradle prevents split wood from falling onto the ground. Add exclusive NorthStar 4-way wedge wings (#1143, sold separately) and split logs 3 times faster! Ram Force (Tons): 30, Max. Log Size L x W (in.): 25 x 16, Continuous Force (Tons): 27.8, Engine: Honda GX160, Engine Displacement (cc): 160, Gross Torque: 7.6 at 2,500, Low Oil Shutdown: Yes, Cycle Time (sec.): 17, Automatic Cylinder Return: Yes, Cylinder: 4.5 in. x 24in., Pump: Barnes 11 GPM, 2-stage, Max. PSI: 3,500, Oil Reservoir (gal.): 8.5, Fuel Capacity (gal.): 0.82, Log Cradle: Yes, Log Lift: No, Jack Stand: Yes, Ball Coupler (in.): 2, Tire Size: 4.80 x 8, Lights: No, Fenders: No, Pre-assembled: Assembly required, Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 90 x 43 x 42 Auto idle/throttle control for extended engine life, improved fuel economy and reduced engine noise 2-stage pump allows the log splitter to achieve the same pressures as a single stage pump, while using less horsepower Horizontal-shaft engines can expect a lifetime that is up to five times longer than the lifetime of a vertical shaft engine Industrial-grade full beam construction Coupler for 2in. ball Idle control High speed tires for towing up to 45 MPH Included engine guard protects engine from split logs 8.5 gallons hydraulic oil not included Replacement parts are available through Northern Tool Parts Department 1-800-270-0810
Questions & Answers for NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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how much hydraulic fluid do i need? also what else besides fuel will i need to use this machine?
asked 1 year, 6 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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Your owners book tells you the exact amount of Hyd. Fluid for each splitter. It has a large resevoir so believe adding more is better than running to low. I change every 75 hours.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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devildog76904
- West Texas, San Angelo
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answer 2
The splitter takes 8gal. of hydraulic fluid and you will need to purchase 1 qt. of oil for the Honda GX engine.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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odie2010
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answer 3
8 and 1/2 gallons. Read and follow the instructions. After you put oil in engine fill the hyd oil tank almost to full mark. Close filler plug and start engine, cycle the splitter about 5 times and leave it in retracted position. Stop engine and check fluid level, it will need filling to the full mark ( total 8 1/2 gallons ) do not over fill. It will only squirt out of the top when in use.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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Busterbell10
- Arkansas
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The 30 ton splitter used about 8 1/2 gals of Hydraulic oil and about 1/2 quart of castol syntec 10w30 then just add gas and go to work.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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scruffdaddy
- Jonesborough, TN.
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answer 5
The specs call for 8.5 gallons but you will only need 7.5 gallons of hydraulic fluid. You will also need .5 quart of 10-30 oil for the engine.
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
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Pheasantchaser
- Alexandria, MN
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answer 6
This NorthStar log splitter calls for 8.5 gallons of 10wt AW32, ASLE H-150, or ISO32 hydraulic oil.
The engine ships without oil, you will want to add SAE 10W-30 engine oil to the "full" mark on the dipstick before start-up.
The engine ships without oil, you will want to add SAE 10W-30 engine oil to the "full" mark on the dipstick before start-up.
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
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How bid is the engine?
Why don't you state the HP for the engine?
asked 1 year, 10 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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JerryinWisconsin
- Wisconsin
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The 30 tons of presure is all I need to know...
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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ej65mv
- Neenah, WI
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answer 2
The engine is a 160 cc engine. The new standard of rating engines is by the amount of cc's.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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NorthStarExperts
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answer 3
160CC, equates to around 5.5 HP. more that adequate.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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109hammer
- Redding, CT
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The engine is 160 ccs and its like 5.5 HP it has plenty of power.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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scruffdaddy
- Jonesborough, TN.
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answer 5
I believe it is 5.5HP. But don't let that fool you. This splitter is very powerful and can cut through just about anything.
answered 7 months ago
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Logbuster556
- Ma
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Does this engine have the auto idle/throttle feature.
asked 1 year, 7 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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Bradfish
- Ohio
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Yes, this NorthStar log splitter is equipped with the auto-idle feature.
It will automatically idle down if you are grabbing logs to put on the machine, and it will automatically idle up once you begin splitting logs.
It will automatically idle down if you are grabbing logs to put on the machine, and it will automatically idle up once you begin splitting logs.
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
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NorthstarExpert11
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answer 2
Yes it has a auto throttle and it works very well.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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114ham
- Cherryville, NC
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answer 3
Yes, A feature I looked for when I purchased mine. It works great.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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Busterbell10
- Arkansas
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answer 4
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Yes it does an it works great. it saves on gas as well as on the life on the Honda engine.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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scruffdaddy
- Jonesborough, TN.
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answer 5
Yes!!! It is a great feature. It is the reason I chose this as compared to a competitior. It idles down when the ram returns to the open position. You can walk away or perform another task for a couple minutes without the engine roaring away & burning up fuel.
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
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Pheasantchaser
- Alexandria, MN
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Is there a 4 way attatchment available?
Or any other additional attatchments?
asked 1 year, 6 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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Brian864
- Gillette WY
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Yes, we offer wedge wings that give you 4-way splitting to save work and time! Wings bolt to wedge to process logs 3 times faster than conventional single-blade splitters. We also offer a fender kit for this unit. Please see below..
Products from my answer
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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answer 2
Yes they are. You have to bolt them on but I found it quicker to just split the wood twice.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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114ham
- Cherryville, NC
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answer 3
There is an additional attachment available that bolts onto the original wedge that makes it a 4 way.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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odie2010
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answer 4
Yes, a real labor saving item. Easy to install only need a 3/8 hex wrench.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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Busterbell10
- Arkansas
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answer 5
yes it works very well
answered 4 months, 1 week ago
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lumberjack523
- mech. PA
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Should you ever sharpen the wedge?
30 Ton Log Splitter
asked 1 year, 4 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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The factory wedge should not require sharpening unless it is damaged.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
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It is kinda what ever works best for you. This is a top notch splitter an will handle about anything you put in it. i split alot of knotty and stringy woods like red oak and pecan an wild cherry and i found that it works best to take a 4 inch hand grinder and put a edge on it.
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
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scruffdaddy
- Jonesborough, TN.
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answer 3
i never sharpen the wedge, dont think you would ever need to unless it got bent or something . got a ding in it....
answered 1 year, 2 months ago
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guyray
- afton ,tennessee
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answer 4
I have. Works great for me, especially when cutting through knots.
answered 7 months ago
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Logbuster556
- Lancaster Ma
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What is the overall length of it
What is the overall length of it when in the trailering configuration and when set up for splitting?
asked 1 year, 8 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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Kleeberg
- Apple Valley
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Five 1/2 feet.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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ej65mv
- Neenah, WI
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answer 2
The overall length of the splitter including the tongue is 89.3". When the splitter is used in the vertical position the length including the tongue is approximately 100".
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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answer 3
I went and measured it. I agree with NorthstarExpert13 about overall length when it is in horizontal position however the overall length is LESS when in the vertical position. I do not recall by how much but it was about 4-6"
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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Kleeberg
- Apple Valley
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what is the cycle time
asked 1 year, 8 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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The cycle time of this splitter is approximately 16 seconds (running the ram down and back).
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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answer 2
i believe its 17 seconds, but as you split you let it go partially back then forward depending on the length of your log.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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109hammer
- Redding, CT
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The cycle time is around 14-15 seconds, but it seems alot faster than that.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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scruffdaddy
- Jonesborough, TN.
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Re: Shipping considerations item 1109 - what are the dimensions and weight of the boxes?
How many boxes are contained in the shipment and what are the dimensions and weight of the boxes?
I need to know this info as I may purchase the unit, and need to know if the various boxes will fit into the bed of a long box pick up truck. I also have loading / unloading considerations and need to know the weight of the various boxes in addition to their dimensions.
I need to know this info as I may purchase the unit, and need to know if the various boxes will fit into the bed of a long box pick up truck. I also have loading / unloading considerations and need to know the weight of the various boxes in addition to their dimensions.
asked 1 year, 6 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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This NorthStar log splitter is packaged twice but on the same crate and wrapped, they weigh 590 pounds together.
The first box that weighs approximately 55 pounds is placed on top of the metal crate containing the engine and pump assembly, it is 27.3 inches long, 18.5 inches wide, and 17.25 inches high.
The second is the metal crate that weighs approximately 535 pounds containing the main sub-frame and cylinder, it is 75.25 long, 26 inches wide, and 19 inches high.
The first box that weighs approximately 55 pounds is placed on top of the metal crate containing the engine and pump assembly, it is 27.3 inches long, 18.5 inches wide, and 17.25 inches high.
The second is the metal crate that weighs approximately 535 pounds containing the main sub-frame and cylinder, it is 75.25 long, 26 inches wide, and 19 inches high.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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answer 2
The log splitter and components came on a pallet with the honda engine in it's own box strapped to the skid. I was able to haul it home in my SWB pickup with the tail gate down.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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odie2010
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answer 3
It comes bundled up in a metal frame. It will fit in your truck. It weighs about 600 lbs. I had mine loaded with a fork lift and put on a low sided trailer.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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Busterbell10
- Arkansas
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I'd like to purchase this for my husband for Christmas,
Is there any way this splitter can be put in the back of my Honda Odyssey? A 4 x 8 sheet of plywood will fit, but I'm wondering about the logistics of getting such a heavy piece of equipment inside a van.
asked 1 year, 6 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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This item is shipped in two crates and requires assembly. The dimensions of the individual crates are: 75.25 x 26x 19 and 27.3 x 18.5 x 17.25. When packaged in this manner they should easily fit in your vehicle. The measurements of this splitter when fully assembled are: 89.3"L X 42.9"W X 40.3"H
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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answer 2
Ask the store manager of your local store what size shipping crate this unit uses. I took delivery of the larger 37 ton unit and it fit in a 6-1/2 foot pick up bed. It comes bolted to a metal framework. However there is no way you can unload it from an Odyssey without either using (very carefully) a fork lift, or have two people disassemble the crate in the van and remove it piece by piece. The I-beam and the engine are the heaviest pieces. You might put in that piece of plywood to protect the floor of the van...and secure it some way in case of sudden stops!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
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JRogers
- Blue Ridge, VA
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answer 3
No, it wont fit, to heavy to handle and secure. It can be towed if you have a trailer hitch and can find a handyman to assemble it for you.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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Busterbell10
- Arkansas
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has anybody used these log splitters on mesquite wood? Will a 22 ton unit work on mesquite wood?
asked 1 year, 8 months ago on NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter - 30-Ton, 160cc
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edwar
- south texas
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Yes, this splitter will split mesquite wood.
Northstar splitters feature top quality components and are engineered produced and tested in our Northstar manufacturing facility in Minnesota beware of imitations.
Northstar splitters feature top quality components and are engineered produced and tested in our Northstar manufacturing facility in Minnesota beware of imitations.
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
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NorthstarExpert13
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answer 2
I have a 30 ton and I have not had anything that it would not split
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
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114ham
- Cherryville, NC
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