Log Handling Tools | Timberjacks & Skidding Tongs

Heavy Duty Log Handling Tools, Timberjacks & Skidding Tongs

Stop struggling with heavy timber—lift, roll, and drag logs with ease.

Processing firewood, clearing storm debris, or managing timber on your property shouldn’t mean back strain or damaged gear. Our range of commercial-grade log handling tools—including heavy-duty 4-in-1 timberjacks, log lifters, and vehicle-towed skidding tongs—gives you the mechanical leverage needed to move massive logs safely and efficiently.

Whether you need a 48-inch timberjack log lifter to elevate wood 25cm off the dirt and protect your chainsaw chain, or a set of 1200kg-rated log skidding tongs to drag heavy trunks behind your tractor or 4x4, our forestry equipment is built for tough Australian conditions. Constructed from heavy-walled carbon steel with weather-resistant powder coating, these tools are engineered to bite securely into dense Aussie hardwoods like Red Gum, Ironbark, and Box.

48 Inch Timberjack Log Lifter & 4-in-1 Cant Hook

$117.99 AUD

Log Handling Tools | Timberjacks & Skidding Tongs Guide

Essential Forestry & Timber Processing Equipment for Aussie Properties

Managing fell timber on a rural acreage, bush block, or suburban yard requires purpose-built tools. Standard ropes, chains, and manual lifting often result in slipped grips, dulled chainsaw blades, and severe physical fatigue. Combining timberjacks and log skidding tongs into your wood-handling setup eliminates manual strain while drastically speeding up property clearing and firewood prep.

Timberjacks vs. Log Skidding Tongs: Which Tool Do You Need?

Timberjacks & Log Lifters (Manual Bench Cutting): Perfect for one-person manual operations. A timberjack uses a long lever handle and a hinged cant hook to lift logs up off the ground. This elevates the timber to a comfortable working height while keeping your chainsaw bar clear of dirt, rocks, and mud—extending chain sharp life by up to three times. Many units also convert into rolling cant hooks to position heavy logs on the ground.
Log Skidding Tongs (Vehicle & Tractor Dragging): Built for heavy transport over distance. Featuring self-tightening eagle-claw hooks and 360-degree rotating swivel rings, skidding tongs hook onto logs up to 81cm (32 inches) in diameter. Attached to a tractor, ATV, 4WD, or winch cable, the scissor mechanism digs deeper into the bark as you pull, allowing your vehicle to drag up to 700 kg of timber without manual lifting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a timberjack and log skidding tongs?

A timberjack (or log lifter) is a manual hand tool used to elevate a log off the ground so you can cut it safely with a chainsaw without hitting the dirt. Log skidding tongs are heavy-duty scissor claws designed to attach to a vehicle (like a tractor, ATV, or 4x4) to drag heavy timber across your property.

How does a timberjack protect my chainsaw chain?

By raising the log 25 cm off the ground, a timberjack keeps your chainsaw guide bar completely clear of soil, gravel, and rocks. Striking the ground is the single fastest way to dull or ruin a chainsaw chain; elevating the wood prevents ground strikes and keeps your chain sharp.

Can log skidding tongs be used behind an ATV or tractor?

Yes. Heavy-duty skidding tongs feature a 360-degree rotating top suspension ring that connects to tow hitches, D-shackles, winch lines, or tractor linkages. The swivelling ring prevents tow chains and cables from kinking or twisting as you navigate uneven ground.

Will these log tools hold dense Australian hardwoods like Red Gum and Ironbark?

Yes. Both our timberjacks and skidding tongs are constructed from high-tensile carbon steel with sharp, angled iron claws. The hooks are designed to bite deeply into smooth, thick, or wet native bark to ensure a slip-free grip under load.

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