This 4-in-1 timberjack has a 122cm (48in) handle and a hook for logs up to 38cm (15in) in diameter. Use the handle to lever a log up off the ground so you can cut or reposition it.
Four ways to use it
The manufacturer lists four uses: moving logs, dragging logs, lifting logs and lifting heavy timber. It’s one tool used four ways, not four separate tools.
Hook for logs up to 38cm (15in)
The manufacturer specifies a maximum log diameter of 38cm (15in) and an opening width of 45cm (17.7in). The manufacturer states the hook opening can be adjusted. Measure the thickest part of your log before ordering.
122cm (48in) handle
The handle gives you leverage, with a rubber grip on the end and a loop handle on the main bar. A T-shaped leg sits on the ground at the hook end.
Carbon steel frame
The frame is carbon steel with an orange coated finish. The assembled tool measures 127 x 25 x 49.5cm (50 x 9.84 x 19.49in) and weighs 5.1kg (11.24lb).
Assembly
It arrives in parts: two pipes, the hook, the T-shaped leg, 3 M10 screws and nuts, a pointed nail and nut, and a user manual. Tools aren’t listed in the package contents, so have a spanner ready.
Weight limit
The manufacturer gives a maximum log diameter, not a weight limit, so we can’t state a lifting capacity. If you’re unsure, start with shorter or lighter logs.
Specifications
- Handle length: 122cm (48in)
- Maximum log diameter: 38cm (15in)
- Opening width: 45cm (17.7in)
- Overall size: 127 x 25 x 49.5cm (50 x 9.84 x 19.49in)
- Weight: 5.1kg (11.24lb)
- Material: carbon steel
- Finish: orange coated finish
- Handle grip: rubber
- Weight limit: not stated by the manufacturer
- In the box: 2 pipes, hook, T-shaped leg, 3 M10 screws and nuts, pointed nail and nut, user manual
Frequently asked questions
What size logs does this timberjack fit?
The manufacturer specifies a maximum log diameter of 38cm (15in) and an opening width of 45cm (17.7in). The manufacturer states the hook opening can be adjusted. Measure the thickest part of your log before you order.
How much weight can it lift?
The manufacturer gives a maximum log diameter, not a weight limit, so we can't state a lifting capacity. A log's weight depends on the timber, how wet it is and how long the piece is. If you are unsure, start with shorter or lighter logs.
Does it attach to anything?
No. This is a hand tool. The hook goes over the log, and the T-shaped leg sits on the ground at the hook end. It is not connected to a chain or other equipment.
How does it work, and what are the four uses?
You set the hook over the log, then use the 122cm (48in) handle to lever the log up off the ground. Once it is raised, you can cut it or reposition it. The hook has a pointed tooth on its inner edge.
The manufacturer lists four uses: moving logs, dragging logs, lifting logs and lifting heavy timber. It is one tool used four ways, and the manufacturer gives no weight limit for any of them. Keep your hands and feet clear of the log as it moves, work on firm ground, and make sure the log is stable before you start cutting. The user manual covers set-up.
How is it different from your other timberjacks?
This one has a 122cm (48in) handle, a maximum log diameter of 38cm (15in) and weighs 5.1kg (11.24lb). It has a loop handle on the main bar, and the manufacturer sells it as a 4-in-1 tool. Our other timberjacks differ in handle length, log size and weight: one has a 118cm (46.5in) handle for logs up to 38cm (15in), one has a 122cm (48in) handle for logs up to 38cm (15in) at 4.6kg, and one has a 122cm (48in) handle for logs up to 63.5cm (25in) at 7kg. Check each listing against the size of the logs you work with.
What is it made from, and does it need assembly?
The frame is carbon steel with an orange coated finish, and the handle has a rubber grip on the end. It arrives in parts and assembles with the 3 included M10 screws and nuts. Tools are not listed in the package contents, so have a spanner ready. In the box: 2 pipes, a hook, a T-shaped leg, 3 M10 screws and nuts, a pointed nail and nut, and a user manual.
After use, clean off soil, bark and moisture and store the tool dry. Before each use, check that the bolts are tight and check the hook, leg and pipes for wear or damage. Do not use the tool if anything is damaged.
What are the dimensions and weight?
The assembled tool measures 127 x 25 x 49.5cm (50 x 9.84 x 19.49in) and weighs 5.1kg (11.24lb). The handle is 122cm (48in) long, and the opening width is 45cm (17.7in).
