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FIRST TIGERCAT 625H SKIDDER IN NEW ZEALAND

Nelson-based Fraser Logging recently took delivery of the first Tigercat 625H skidder in New Zealand. To ensure the FML80 crew were not left out, Mike supplied them with its big brother, the mighty 635H. Both machines have impressed the operators, Brad and Mungo, with their pulling power and the increased carrying capacity these big machines offer. Not to mention they now have the biggest cab available on the market as their office. Supplied by AB Equipment Nelson.

NEW KOMATSU FOR ENDURANCE LOGGING

Hayden and Tracee Barnes of Nelson-based Endurance Logging have recently taken delivery of a new Komatsu PC 270LC-8. The PC 270LC-8 has a full EMS forestry guarding package including a Live heel and is fitted with an Ensign 1730C log grapple. Hayden pointed out an older PC 300LC–5 to John Kosar (Komatsu Forest NZ) with heaps of hours on it which was still working in his operation “and has cost me next to nothing” over the years. “If this new PC 270LC–8 can go as well as the old girl I’ll be a happy man,” he says. Pictured from left: Brendon Harmon, Bevon Friend, Hayden Barnes and John Kosar (Komatsu Forest NZ), Scott Gullery, Harley Hicks, Scott Buckland (operator) and Jamie Drake. Photographer: Luke Ohagen. JAZZING UP

Jazmine Kuru of Jazzed Up Logging recently took delivery of her first Woodsman Pro 850/Cat 568 LL to work in Tolaga Bay, Gisborne. This machine is working under the hauler and carrying out full log-making duties. Jazz is no stranger to Woodsman Pro tree harvesters; this is the Kuru family’s eighth Woodsman Pro product.

CAT 548 FOR HAURAKI LOGGING

Hauraki Logging had a delivery pre-lockdown of a new Cat 548LL forest machine for its logging operations. The 548FM replaces a long-serving 20,000-hour Cat 324DFM. Operator, Solly, loves the reach and the power of the purpose-built Cat unit. The unit was sold by Terra Cat Territory Account Manager Forestry, Mark Costello.

SAT/HITACHI COMBO FOR TDF SOLUTIONS

Fitting new equipment into your business, TDF Solutions has taken delivery of a new SAT324 on a 290 Hitachi. CablePrice fitted the SAT324 with paint marking, logmaker control system and a Trinder guarding package. NEW HARDWARE FOR M WELCH

When it came time to upgrade his levelling processor, Mark from M Welch Logging decided to try the 959MH and SATCO combination. Operator, Nigel, is impressed with the increase in performance and production as well as the sheer comfort of the new machine, seen here deep in the Gwavas Forest going about its daily duties. Machine delivered and supported by the AGrowQuip Hastings Team.

ROSEWARNE CONTRACTORS LOADS UP

Rosewarne Contractors has taken delivery of this new 959ML and John Deere factory-made FL100 felling head.

TIGERCAT/WOODSMAN COMBO FOR DAVE PAUL

This Tigercat 880D with a WoodsmanPro 850 head was delivered to Dave Paul Logging. It has replaced the company’s existing Tigercat 880 that it has run for the past eight years. Operator, Rodney, is extremely happy and has been pumping out the wood with the new processor. TIMBERPRO FOR DG GLENN LOGGING

This TimberPro TL775D fitted with a fixed head was sold to DG Glenn Logging. It is working for Pan Pac in Hawkes Bay.

NEW 630E FOR BBL CONTRACTING

BBL Contracting has added a new 630E to its collection of forestry equipment. Irish has an existing 630H working in one of his crews and has now added a second Satco felling grapple to help with the demanding duties of falling, shovelling and stacking stems ready for cut-to-length. MADILL 172B TOWER YARDER FOR KURU CONTRACTING

The wait is finally over for Kuru Contracting in Tolaga Bay. Ricky and Leanne have taken delivery of their new Detroit powered Madill 172B Tower Yarder. They say the Madill is outstanding in the forest and, together with an EMS Hawkeye Grapple carriage, is exceeding expectations. Machine delivered by Porter Equipment Territory Manager Colin, Duley and Roger Pedersen of Porter Equipment Napier.

LOG LOADER FOR ROSEWARNE LOGGING

Colin and Shirley Rosewarne of Rosewarne Logging recently took delivery of another 2156G log loader. They are impressed with the specs and reliability of the machine. The team is seen here enjoying a barbeque delivery in the Riverhead Forest. FIRST IN NZ FOR SHARPLES LOGGING

Sharples Logging’s new combo is the first of its kind in New Zealand – a John Deere 959ML, 10.34m boom, real-time production with TimberMatic maps and fully-integrated John Deere felling head. Supplied by the team at Drummond & Etheridge.

FIRST TIGERCAT 865 IN THE SOUTH ISLAND

This Tigercat 865 log loader, sold to Roxburgh Contracting, is the first one in the South Island and the tenth Tigercat for Roxburgh Contracting’s fleet. Operator, Shae, is loving the new machine and highly rates its speed and power. FIRST JOHN DEERE 768LII 6 FOR CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND

This is the first John Deere 768LII 6 wheel skidder to go to work in the Central North Island. It is set up with band tracks all round to help with traction in very challenging conditions. Owned by G White Logging, it is working for Hancock’s Forest Management in the Kinleith Forest.

NEW MACHINERY FOR BROLLY LOGGING CENTRAL

The team at Brolly Logging Central has taken delivery by Shaw’s of a Sany SY305H DC Equipment tether winch. This machine is currently working at the Kaingaroa Forest in the central North Island. FALCON FOR THOMASSEN LOGGING

Taupo-based Thomassen Logging’s new Falcon Winch Assist.

KOMATSU FOR MGB LOGGING

This Komatsu PC400LC-8 Harvestline, sold to MGB Logging’s Steve Harris, is working in the Wanganui district. JOHN DEERE FOR MANAWA TRUST

When Manawa Trust needed a forwarder to carry out load and cart operations on its somewhat remote farm block, David Dalziel went to the market and decided on the John Deere 1910E. The levelling and rotating cab, along with Intelligent Boom Control and load scales, as well as operator comfort were just a few of the key features that swayed David to the John Deere. AGrowQuip’s service and back up in the local area is provided by Nick Fargher and Phil McKenzie (pictured from left) with operator, Tony Merrin.