From The Drive · Caleb Jacobs · · 50s
HSM Logging Rig Cuts Trees from 65 Feet Away
A German logging vehicle with a 65-foot arm cuts trees from 65 feet away, replacing manual work.
In brief
A German logging vehicle with a 65-foot arm cuts trees from 65 feet away, replacing manual work. The HSM Project Outreach logging rig uses a 65-foot arm to cut trees up to 17.7 inches in diameter from a distance. Originally reported by The Drive.
HSM Project Outreach
A German logging rig with a 65-foot arm cuts trees from 65 feet away.
Safety Features
The rig uses camera feeds to monitor tree cutting and has a 7.7-liter Volvo diesel engine.
Test Results
It cut trees up to 17.7 inches in diameter during testing in the Altdorfer Wald forest.
Stability Issues
The rig caused stability problems when pulling trees, but water-filled tires help fix it.
The key point
The HSM Project Outreach logging rig uses a 65-foot arm to cut trees up to 17.7 inches in diameter from a distance.
