Pow'R'kraft 4-Ton / 7-Ton 2-Speed Horizontal Electric Log Splitter

Mike Sawisch,
Product Expert
Log Splitters Direct

You heard the ole saying Dynamite comes in a small package, well this is the perfect example.

This splitter is super quiet, small and ever so powerful.

This Powr kraft has split everything i've put on it, including some 15" live oak, I love it, the only thing I don't like is where the power swich is located, everyone complains about it ( well the 2 handed operation ) including me, but it's really not the 2 handed operation, but rather where the switch is, if they whould have put the switch ( pay attention Powr kraft ) in back of the splitter where the handle is located it would still require 2 hands to operate, but it would be so easy and convenient that everyone would love it, even with the 2 handed operation, if they would fix that problem, this would be the best ( in my opinion ) electric log splitter available period.

P.S. If you have to charge a little extra for the wire and a box for the switch, I don't think anyone would mind, I know I would'nt, in today"s time or as time goes by, everything is suppose to get easier, not harder.

LSD RESPONDS: Keeping 2 hands on the controls is a safety thing- it makes sure you don't have a hand in front of the ram where you could get hurt.

Your design idea is a good one- you may want to send it directly to the folks at Pow'r'kraft through their customer service email address: tim@betstco.com .

You heard the ole saying Dynamite comes in a small package, well this is the perfect example.

This splitter is super quiet, small and ever so powerful.

This Powr kraft has split everything i've put on it, including some 15" live oak, I love it, the only thing I don't like is where the power swich is located, everyone complains about it ( well the 2 handed operation ) including me, but it's really not the 2 handed operation, but rather where the switch is, if they whould have put the switch ( pay attention Powr kraft ) in back of the splitter where the handl... more

I ordered my powr kraft from the very nice folks at Logsplitters Direct, ordered on Monday afternoon and they said it would be delivered on Friday, I thought yea right, but it was delivered on Friday by R & L carriers in perfect shape and ready to splite wood.

This splitter is unreal, it splits 14" oak like butter, I also had a 13" piece elm, no problem, I couldn't stop using it, this thing acts more like a 10 ton than a 7 ton.

Powr kraft built it very heavy and there must be some very good quailty control because everything is perfect, the only gripe I have is the non locking power switch which makes you have to use both hands to operate, I don't like that at all, other than that, it's one heck of a machine that i'm proud to own, another really nice feature is the ability to split with 4 tons after you've split the big stuff, the 4 ton is much faster, just not as powerful, oh and tech support and parts are very easy to get hold of and they do have parts in stok and at a very, very reasonable ptice.

Don't get me wrong I did not need tech support or parts, but I wanted to make they were there for me if I needed them and indeed they were. Ok that's my 2 cents worth, hope this helps with your decision.

PS. Thank Log Splitters Direct and R & L for the prompt processing and shipping.

LSD RESPONDS: The two-handed switch is a safety feature so you can't get a hand caught by the ram.

I ordered my powr kraft from the very nice folks at Logsplitters Direct, ordered on Monday afternoon and they said it would be delivered on Friday, I thought yea right, but it was delivered on Friday by R & L carriers in perfect shape and ready to splite wood.

This splitter is unreal, it splits 14" oak like butter, I also had a 13" piece elm, no problem, I couldn't stop using it, this thing acts more like a 10 ton than a 7 ton.

Powr kraft built it very heavy and there must be some very good quailty control because everything is perfect, the only gr... more

Woodsplitter has worked fine so far. I split some elm that is very wiry, and it did fine. It will not split big knots or snarly Y's. Straight wood splits easily.

It is quiet and the automatic return is nice. It returns with the electric motor off so you hear nothing. It is heavy, so it is not super easy to move around. Works best on an elevated platform.

I do not like the 2 handed "safety " operation but I will get used to it. Overall good so far, it does seem like a well built product.

Log Splitters Direct treated me fine. ( The delivery company used in upstate NY were total flaming a__ holes. ) But that has nothing to do with the product or Log Splitters Direct, in fact the company told me they were trying to find a different carrier.

Woodsplitter has worked fine so far. I split some elm that is very wiry, and it did fine. It will not split big knots or snarly Y's. Straight wood splits easily.

It is quiet and the automatic return is nice. It returns with the electric motor off so you hear nothing. It is heavy, so it is not super easy to move around. Works best on an elevated platform.

I do not like the 2 handed "safety " operation but I will get used to it. Overall good so far, it does seem like a well built product.

Log Splitters Direct treated me fine. ( The deliv... more

Just got mine. Tried it on straight elm ( a stringy snarly wood ) it worked fine . Would not split wood with a big knot or a snarly " Y ". I just put them aside.

You do need to make sure wood is cut straight so when push plate is against the wood it is even and not slanted ( because block was cut on an angle ).

I really like the auto return. Very limited noise when running and no noise on the return. Do not like having to use 2 hands to operate but I will get used to it.

Cutting wood no longer than 18 " is a good idea so you will not have any trouble putting a little to long block on the splitter. ( does not work ).

Overall happy with unit. The delivery company used in my area were total idiots. This has nothing to do with the unit or the company PED, they were very good to deal with.

Just got mine. Tried it on straight elm ( a stringy snarly wood ) it worked fine . Would not split wood with a big knot or a snarly " Y ". I just put them aside.

You do need to make sure wood is cut straight so when push plate is against the wood it is even and not slanted ( because block was cut on an angle ).

I really like the auto return. Very limited noise when running and no noise on the return. Do not like having to use 2 hands to operate but I will get used to it.

Cutting wood no longer than 18 " is a good idea so you will ... more

Purchased this guy a couple of years ago and have used yearly since. One of the only down sides to it is how low it sits to the ground, hence I purchased a heavy duty cart and straped it on it to move it around and also to raise it up about a foot when I am using it. It is top heavy so I move and use with extreme caution.

We used it to split a piece of black wallnut that was at least 24 inches across if not more, you can go to the youtube web site and type in DUDESRAD and click on the the "electric log splitting #2" video that we posted.

When I went to split some of this black wallnut the old fashion way with my hand maul it bounched off it and I felt the log was laughing at me as in is that all you got?????

I am very impressed with the power of this guy. Only problem I had was when I was trying to use a cheap long extension cord it would not power through big logs, thought something was wrong with the splitter but quickly figured out needed a much better extention cord to run.

Great product and really love the fact that I am not having to put up with the noise or fumes of a gas splitter. I only use about a cord of wood a year so this splitter really meets all of my needs from making kindling to splitting the big guys.

Purchased this guy a couple of years ago and have used yearly since. One of the only down sides to it is how low it sits to the ground, hence I purchased a heavy duty cart and straped it on it to move it around and also to raise it up about a foot when I am using it. It is top heavy so I move and use with extreme caution.

We used it to split a piece of black wallnut that was at least 24 inches across if not more, you can go to the youtube web site and type in DUDESRAD and click on the the "electric log splitting #2" video that we posted.

When I we... more

I searched several electric model splitter and chose the POW R KRAFT 65575. I am so glad I did. The 7 ton slow power or the 4 ton fast is easy to use with a handy lever. I was going cheap and get a 4 ton. It would have not been big enough. I am amazed at the power this machine has, WOW. I split wood right out of the box, after reading the instructions about releasing the bleeding screw was all I had to do. I split some green 12 inch red oak with knots it was no problem. Someday I will split some bois d'arc and blackjack.

PROS: powerful, strong, heavy and solidly built, fast and easy to use, completely put together, like I said I only had to release the bleed screw, (Important) Shipping was"free" and quick too. I ordered Friday night, it shipped Monday and I split wood on Friday. Two year limited warranty.

CONS: The wheels are narrow and plastic and the wheel base should be wider, the handle is plastic and small. I will buy some solid filled rubber ties and make the wheel base wider. Warranty does not cover labor, but it looks like they pay for shipping. You have 15 days from purchase to mail and they receive the warranty for it to be valid.

I searched several electric model splitter and chose the POW R KRAFT 65575. I am so glad I did. The 7 ton slow power or the 4 ton fast is easy to use with a handy lever. I was going cheap and get a 4 ton. It would have not been big enough. I am amazed at the power this machine has, WOW. I split wood right out of the box, after reading the instructions about releasing the bleeding screw was all I had to do. I split some green 12 inch red oak with knots it was no problem. Someday I will split some bois d'arc and blackjack.

PROS: powerful, strong, heavy and solidly built, ... more

I burn 5-6 cords every winter. This years delivery was big pieces which fit in my stove but I could not "stuff" it full because no smaller pieces to fill the voids.

I bought this splitter to re-split some of the logs to get smaller pieces to fill around larger ones.

Stove is in my basement so I was looking for a good electric unit.

It is pretty quiet, well built (heavy) and powerfull enough to handle anything I put in it. The 2 speeds helps speed things up. The 2 handed operation is safe but a pain in the butt.

I wish it could handle 22" logs but I'm still very happy. I put it on a heavy duty table to get it off the floor to save my back. I also split kindling with it.

Unit arrived in 4 days packed on a pallet.

I burn 5-6 cords every winter. This years delivery was big pieces which fit in my stove but I could not "stuff" it full because no smaller pieces to fill the voids.

I bought this splitter to re-split some of the logs to get smaller pieces to fill around larger ones.

Stove is in my basement so I was looking for a good electric unit.

It is pretty quiet, well built (heavy) and powerfull enough to handle anything I put in it. The 2 speeds helps speed things up. The 2 handed operation is safe but a pain in the butt.

I wish it cou... more

I recently purchased the Pow'R'kraft 4/7 ton electric log splitter because I did not want another gas engine to maintain.

I was aprehensive about the ability to split large diameter logs with only 7 tons on tap. Well....I dont' know why, but this thing actually works! It is rated for 12" diameter, 20 inch long logs, but is capable of much more.

I have been splitting GREEN maple and beech , some up to 30" in dia. For the largest pieces, I use a makeshift ramp to roll the pieces onto the splitter which I leave on the ground. For normal size diameters, I work off my utility trailer which brings the machine up to a much more comfortable working level.

During the current cold weather, I load the splitter and a load of logs onto the trailer, back it into my heated garage and split away - very convenient (and quiet). This unit is extremely well built and takes a lot of abuse.

For work on the back of the lot, I simply hook up my generator (one of too many engines) and split at the woodpile. On the largest pieces, I sneak up on the split by working near the edge of the log first, holding it off center with a piece of scrap wood. This might be cheating a bit, but the fact is, it has never failed to split a log.

It is a bit heavy and cumbersome to move on the supplied wheels, but I move it around on my hand truck or trailer for longer distances. Very happy (and surprised) so far.

I recently purchased the Pow'R'kraft 4/7 ton electric log splitter because I did not want another gas engine to maintain.

I was aprehensive about the ability to split large diameter logs with only 7 tons on tap. Well....I dont' know why, but this thing actually works! It is rated for 12" diameter, 20 inch long logs, but is capable of much more.

I have been splitting GREEN maple and beech , some up to 30" in dia. For the largest pieces, I use a makeshift ramp to roll the pieces onto the splitter which I leave on the ground. For normal size diamete... more

I've only had it for a couple weeks but already have split over 2 cords of freshly felled white oak. This tree was over 3' in diameter at the base and approx. 50 feet tall.

So far I have been able to split pieces that are approx. 15" in length and 10-12 inches in diameter using the 7 ton setting. Those that are larger in diameter I split in half using wedges and a sledge hammer before splitting on the splitter.

I have mounted the splitter on a couple of cement blocks to raise it approx. 12" for ease of operation. It's simple to use and fun to operate. Sure beats the gas-powered splitter I had previously. Using electricity instead allows me to run it inside my barn in all kinds of weather (out of the rain, snow and wind).

So far I give it five stars!!

I've only had it for a couple weeks but already have split over 2 cords of freshly felled white oak. This tree was over 3' in diameter at the base and approx. 50 feet tall.

So far I have been able to split pieces that are approx. 15" in length and 10-12 inches in diameter using the 7 ton setting. Those that are larger in diameter I split in half using wedges and a sledge hammer before splitting on the splitter.

I have mounted the splitter on a couple of cement blocks to raise it approx. 12" for ease of operation. It's simple to use and fun to operate.... more

the additional room added to our house in 1980 included an air tight cast iron free standing stove. a chain saw was my only power tool i had for this work. later on a circular saw was used for cutting pallets.

using caution and understanding i still felt uneasy using them. the log splitter is excellent and without hi speed sharp teeth. its easy to use. i found two problems with it. putting it on a table requires lifting it and all logs split,also the non-locking power
button forces the users face to be only arms length from disaster.
thanks larry ( safety first ) f.

LSD RESPONDS: Two-handed operation is a safety feature- it prevents getting a hand trapped between the ram and the wedge!

The proper place to stand is towards the rear of the machine, and off to the side, away from the splitting wedge. This position also keeps your face and body away from the beginning of the split, where any splinters are likely to occur.

the additional room added to our house in 1980 included an air tight cast iron free standing stove. a chain saw was my only power tool i had for this work. later on a circular saw was used for cutting pallets.

using caution and understanding i still felt uneasy using them. the log splitter is excellent and without hi speed sharp teeth. its easy to use. i found two problems with it. putting it on a table requires lifting it and all logs split,also the non-locking power
button forces the users face to be only arms length from disaster.
thanks larry (... more

My wife and I bought a house last year on a couple of acres full of Ponderosa pine. The previous owner had cut down about 20 trees and left the logs stacked in the trees.

The house came with a wood burning stove, so I went out and bought a maul and wedge and tried splitting some of the wood by hand - not a good idea.

I did some research, read several reviews and ended up buying the Pow'R'Kraft. It came in a little over a week and right out of the box I split about a cord of wood the first day. I have at least 3 more to go.

I've never split wood before with an electric splitter. I am extremely impressed. It's fast, powerful, and very well built. I haven't had any problems so far and would recommend this tool to anyone.

My wife and I bought a house last year on a couple of acres full of Ponderosa pine. The previous owner had cut down about 20 trees and left the logs stacked in the trees.

The house came with a wood burning stove, so I went out and bought a maul and wedge and tried splitting some of the wood by hand - not a good idea.

I did some research, read several reviews and ended up buying the Pow'R'Kraft. It came in a little over a week and right out of the box I split about a cord of wood the first day. I have at least 3 more to go.

I've never split wood ... more

Saw the video of this splitter being used and remembered thinking how that guy must have picked the straightest smoothest log in the world to split.

I took the leap of faith and ordered it, mostly because the two year warranty. When I finally used it, I was convinced.

I've split logs from 6 inches to 30 inches across, if it binds up, I rotate the log 1/4 turn and try again. I've YET to find a log I couldn't split. If I can lift it onto the splitter, it'll work.

I've split oak, hickory, walnut. The oak was a little difficult because of all the stringy grains inside, wished the splitter closed a little more at full extension.

Absolutely love this thing. And it's so quiet you can actually carry on a conversation while working. The price was good, and after I realized how hard this machine worked it's worth every cent.

Saw the video of this splitter being used and remembered thinking how that guy must have picked the straightest smoothest log in the world to split.

I took the leap of faith and ordered it, mostly because the two year warranty. When I finally used it, I was convinced.

I've split logs from 6 inches to 30 inches across, if it binds up, I rotate the log 1/4 turn and try again. I've YET to find a log I couldn't split. If I can lift it onto the splitter, it'll work.

I've split oak, hickory, walnut. The oak was a little difficult because of al... more

AFTER reading the manual, I purchased the oil. Next I decided to see if it worked, and to my surprise it did. I did not see where it mentions that the oil is already in it.

I opened the vent valve, put in the appropriate wood, and it worked. I did notice that it leaks oil every time it is used, but attributed that to the fact it is a vent. Sad to say, I noticed an oil spill after I finished and closed the vent.

While it did work as advertised, I notice a design flaw that could cause injury. It is designed to be operated with two hands. IF this thing is used on the ground as opposed to a raised plate form, the operator's face is NEXT to the wood being cut. You have to bend over toward the splitter to operate it. I cut about one half cord of wood, or 100 pieces of wood (My pile measures 7 feet wide by one and a half feet deep by 3 feet high).

Several times I noticed the wood about to slip away from the ram, and stopped the operation. BUT, about every 10 or 12th time the wood would jump (Unexpectedly) from the bed of the splitter with enough force that had my head been there, it would have caused major injury.

I will, in the future, try this on a raised plate form, where I do not have to bend over. A remote switch would be a good thing. It would remove my head from the area of the ram. Also, the bleed valve needs to be placed on the top somewhere (Perhaps at the ram end), which would make it easier to open and close, and work without leaking oil.

Considering the cost of bigger machines, it does what it promises. Cut small pieces without gas.

LSD RESPONDS: Page 2 of the Owner's Manual says "Do not put the log splitter on the ground for operations. This is (an) awkward operating position that the operator has to bring his face close to the machine and thus risks being struck by wood chips or debris."

Page 6 says "Lift the log splitter by the handles at both ends and place it on a 2' to 2.5' high, stable, flat, and level work surface.

The folks at Pow'R'kraft tell us the unit is shipped with hydraulic fluid. Please check the dipstick on your unit per the instructions on page 10 of the Owner's Manual- the frequent leaks could be due to an overfilled hydraulic reservoir. You will also want to check to make sure that the dipstick/drain bolt is tight, too.

If the leaks persist even though the hydraulic oil is at the proper level, please contact Pow'R'kraft directly (toll free) 877-876-7895.

AFTER reading the manual, I purchased the oil. Next I decided to see if it worked, and to my surprise it did. I did not see where it mentions that the oil is already in it.

I opened the vent valve, put in the appropriate wood, and it worked. I did notice that it leaks oil every time it is used, but attributed that to the fact it is a vent. Sad to say, I noticed an oil spill after I finished and closed the vent.

While it did work as advertised, I notice a design flaw that could cause injury. It is designed to be operated with two hands. IF this thing is u... more

This spliiter was bought by my Dad for me as gift. I've used it for about four cords of wood now.

It works very well for about 90% of the wood I need to split. Mostly cedar and pinon pine. Only the biggest, knottiest pieces won't split.

I would recommend this to others. The only downside I can come up with is the wheels are narrow and kinda cheap.

I cracked one with a log I tossed near the splitter, and can't find a replacement locally that fits.

LSD RESPONDS: You can contact the folks at Pow'R'Kraft (toll free) at 877-876-7895, extension 303; they should be able to send you the wheel.

The parent company of Pow'R'Kraft is Betst, so don't be surprised if that's how they answer the phone. They are in Oregon, so please take into account any time difference.

This spliiter was bought by my Dad for me as gift. I've used it for about four cords of wood now.

It works very well for about 90% of the wood I need to split. Mostly cedar and pinon pine. Only the biggest, knottiest pieces won't split.

I would recommend this to others. The only downside I can come up with is the wheels are narrow and kinda cheap.

I cracked one with a log I tossed near the splitter, and can't find a replacement locally that fits.

LSD RESPONDS: You can contact the folks at Pow'R'Kraft (toll free) at 877-876-... more

I wish I could report good news but my splitter has completely stopped working after only 4 uses and a total of about 10 logs.

I was really impressed while it worked but suddenly last night, while trying to split a lot, the motor stalled and now will not work at all. I followed the instructions strictly but I did wonder about this machine in that the power levels never seemed to work like the book says.

I even spoke to a gentleman at Betst (the manufacturer) and he told me the description was written in reverse! ie. to cut the bigger logs you have to bring the control lever back toward the off position. It is when I did just that, my machine stalled and fails to work now.

I have contacted Betst in Oregon and I am awaiting their call. I am really bumming out.

LSD RESPONDS: We understand your disappointment; but the folks at Betst will be happy to help you.

One thing about electric log splitters- they stop working if left out in freezing temperatures. Please make sure you are working in a garage or barn that stays warmer than 40 degrees or so.

I wish I could report good news but my splitter has completely stopped working after only 4 uses and a total of about 10 logs.

I was really impressed while it worked but suddenly last night, while trying to split a lot, the motor stalled and now will not work at all. I followed the instructions strictly but I did wonder about this machine in that the power levels never seemed to work like the book says.

I even spoke to a gentleman at Betst (the manufacturer) and he told me the description was written in reverse! ie. to cut the bigger logs you have to bring th... more

I just got my Pow-r-craft splitter today. It took about 1.5 weeks to get to my house once I ordered it. It came by semi truck on a pallet.

I opened it up and read the instructions and I was splitting wood in a few minutes. It definitely worked well on the stumps I had laying around waiting to be split.

My wife and I knocked out about 20 stumps in about an hour. It worked great, except a couple of stumps won over the machine's power due to the number of knots in them. I just tossed those in the trash. The other stumps were split with ease.

There really is no need for the 4 ton feature...it doesn't give it enough strength to split most of the logs I had. The 7 ton worked very well.

Definitely a good purchase for the money. I figure I just saved 75 bucks renting a splitter today.

The machine should be paying for itself by the end of next season.

I just got my Pow-r-craft splitter today. It took about 1.5 weeks to get to my house once I ordered it. It came by semi truck on a pallet.

I opened it up and read the instructions and I was splitting wood in a few minutes. It definitely worked well on the stumps I had laying around waiting to be split.

My wife and I knocked out about 20 stumps in about an hour. It worked great, except a couple of stumps won over the machine's power due to the number of knots in them. I just tossed those in the trash. The other stumps were split with ease.

There ... more