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CAT 538LL FOR TUMEKE LOGGERS

Tākaka-based Tumeke Loggers recently took delivery of a new Next Generation Cat 538LL forest machine in the Nelson Bays. They say moving from the previous generation of Cat forestry machines to the new 538 model is a game changer, with the unit providing enhanced power, speed, and operator comfort. Sold by Terra Cat Account Manager, Jayden Peek.

NEW SANY FOR STOKES LOGGING

Rick and the crew at Stokes Logging have taken delivery of a Sany 305H with a DC winch package. This machine is currently working in their Northland operation for Northland Forest Managers. Sold and serviced by Shaws.

TIGERCAT FOR VOLCANIC PLATEAU HARVESTING

Vince Yeoman from Volcanic Plateau Harvesting recently took delivery of a new Tigercat 875E logger which replaces a bigger processor. Vince says he went for the more nimble, economical Tigercat 875E as it could equally preform a duel role as a harvester and processor. Laz, the operator (pictured second from the left), is rapt with his new Tigercat after the first day of operating it. He says the extra slew speed over his old processor is very noticeable.

FALCON WINCH ASSIST FOR BRC LOGGING

BRC Logging in Gisborne has recently taken delivery of a new Falcon Winch Assist built on a Volvo EC250D. Machine sold and commissioned by Hayden Thorn and Jason Moore of DC Equipment.

NEW MACHINERY FOR CHRIS HURRING LOGGING

Chris and Nicky, owners of Chris Hurring Logging on the East Coast, have replaced their older SH370TLFS-5 with a new 5040 fitted with a Woodsman Pro 850. They are rapt with the speed, stability, comfort and how the new model drives the head.

JOHN DEERE FOR ROSEWARNE AND RINGROSE

Rosewarne and Ringrose have added another John Deere machine to their already impressive fleet. This 2156G was delivered into the Woodhill Forest to carry out loading and fleeting duties. Sold and supported by the AGrowQuip team in Whangarei. Pictured here is Scotty Ringrose taking delivery of the machine.

JOHN DEERE 750L DOZER FOR BBL CONTRACTING

A new John Deere 750L Dozer replaces a loyal 750J Dozer for BBL Contracting, working at the company’s roading crew near Wairoa. The new 750L dozer is fitted with slope control, an OEM based 2-D Grade control system ideal for bush roads and skids. The machine’s operator, Jaylan, quickly got to terms with the slope control system and was away pushing dirt in no time. Machine sold and supported by AGrowQuip Hawkes Bay and East Coast. Pictured from left: Gary, Mo, Bongs, Blair, Jaylen, Paul (AGrowQuip) and Tony (aka Irish).

ANOTHER TIGERCAT FOR FAST GROUP

Tokoroa-based Fast Group has added another Tigercat forwarder to its operation in Kinleith. This one is a 1075C and is working in Fast 34, operated by Codie Waerea.

NEW SATCO FOR MAHUTA LOGGING

Mahuta Logging has a new SATCO 630E felling grapple on an ELTEC 317. The first comment from Hayden after he had been running the machine (falling and shovelling stems) was, “the 630 has plenty of grab power”.

TIGERCAT FOR MCCALLUM HARVESTING

McCallum Harvesting has taken delivery of a new Tigercat 865 log loader, fitted with a Duxson Grapple. They say the speed, power and visibility of this 865 is outstanding.

SANY FOR SPEIRS LOGGING

Blake, Caree and the team at Speirs Logging have taken delivery of their first Sany SY305H log loader, complete with full Ensign guarding package and 1730 Grapple. This machine is performing shovelling and fleeting duties for their operation in Gisborne. Sold and serviced by Shaw’s.

CAT 336GC FOR DG GLENN LOGGING

DG Glenn Logging has taken delivery of a new Cat 336GC processor that has been put to work in its Mohaka Forest operation in Hawkes Bay. The unit features a 750 Woodsman head and an Ensign guarding package. Machine sold by Terra Cat Territory Account Manager, Heath Stewart.

NEW MACHINERY FOR SPEIRS LOGGING

The team at Speirs Logging have taken delivery of a SANY SY415H with a fully equipped EMS Harvestline package and Hawkeye grapple carriage. This machine has been added into their ground base and road lining operation in Gisborne. Sold and serviced by Shaw’s.

NEW SUMITOMO FOR KAKAHU LOGGING

Kakahu Logging recently took delivery of a new Sumitomo SH250LF-6. Joe says he loves the ease of the machine and ability to multitask between the grapple and bucket set up.

ANOTHER SUMITOMO FOR FAST GROUP

Fast Group has added another Sumitomo to its fleet with this one being a SH370-5TLFS with PFS guarding and cabin and fitted with a Waratah HTH625C. This machine is processing in Crew 54 and is operated by David Hatcher, otherwise known as “Scooter”.

CAT 330 FOR GILL CONSTRUCTION

Reuben Gill of Blenheim-based Gill Construction has taken delivery of a new Cat 330 excavator which is being used for forestry roading in Marlborough. Operator, Corey Taylor, says he loves the climbing power and the sheer grunt of the Cat when it comes to pushing over trees and getting the job done! Machine sold by Terra Cat Territory Account Manager, Andy Bunny.

KOMATSU/SOUTHSTAR COMBO FOR TUMEKE LOGGERS

Daniel Solly has taken delivery of a new Komatsu PC300 running a new FD750 Southstar falling head. Sold by Southstar Equipment, New Zealand.

SUMITOMO/WOODSMAN COMBO FOR ROXBURGH CONTRACTING

Roxburgh Contracting has recently taken delivery of this Sumitomo 5040, fitted with a Woodsman Pro 850 processing head. Operator, Rodger, says he highly rates the speed and power of this combination.

SECOND FALCON FOR MANGOIHE LOGGING

Bryan McCarthy of Mangoihe Logging has taken delivery of a new Falcon Winch Assist, built on a CAT 330G base machine. It is currently working in the Hunterville area. This is Terra Cat’s second Falcon Winch Assist. The sale was made by Heath Stewart of Terracat and commissioned by the team at DC Equipment.