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PowerKing 42-Ton Horizontal Kinetic ABS Log Splitter w/ Kohler 208cc Engine & All-Weather Cover
Model:
PK0342
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Required Accessories
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Optional Accessories
10
Features
Force
42 Tons
Style
Gas
Type
Horizontal
Log Length
21 Inches
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- Dependable Kohler Command Pro CH270 7HP 4-Cycle OHV Engine
- Designed to weather the toughest, dirtiest conditions
- Steel-forged crankshaft and cast iron cylinder extends engine life
- Quad-Clean™ cyclonic air filter keeps harmful contaminants out
- Outsplit The Competition
- Works up to six times quicker than most hydraulic splitters
- Blistering fast 1-second ram speed and 3-second cycle time
- Those precious seconds quickly add up when splitting cord after cord
- Low Maintenance
- Don't worry about maintaining any leaky hoses, pumps, or valves
- No more time or money wasted on sustaining the hydraulic fluid
- Auto Braking System (ABS)
- Shuts down and restarts the system in the event of an overload
- Prolongs the splitter's life and effectiveness of components over time
- Highly Capable
- Split any type of log up to 21" long and 23" in diameter
- Max flywheel RPM of 450 with a sprocket rate of 1:8
- Intuitively Designed
- Solid steel 3 ft. x 4 ft. work table provides a safe and ideal workspace
- 2" hitch is removable for extra space when in operation or storage
- DOT approved tires allow you to take the PK0343 on or off the road
- Includes All-Weather Cover w/ Zippered Storage Pouch
- Water and UV/UVB resistant
- Protects against rain, dust, snow, dirt and sun damage
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP) which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
PK0342
General Information
Product Category
Log Splitter
Engine
Engine Brand
Kohler Command
Starting System
Recoil Start
Engine Cycle
4-Cycle
HP
7 HP
CC
208 CCs
Fuel Tank Size
1.08 Gallons
Torque
10.5 Lbs
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Hydraulics
Auto Return
Yes
Hydraulic Filter
No
Cycle Time
3 Seconds
Tonnage
42 Tons
Overview
Product Category
Log Splitter
Assembly Required
Yes
Weight
657 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
30 Days
Product Length
98 Inches
Product Width
35 Inches
Product Height
45 Inches
Power Type
Gas
UPC
037229993066
Wedge
Wedge Material
Steel
Wedge Size
8 Inches
Wedge Style
2-way
Replaceable Wedge
No
Sharpenable Wedge
No
Log Capacity
Max Log Length
21 Inches
Max Log Diameter
23 Inches
Towing
Towable
Yes
D.O.T. Lights
No
Fenders
No
Hitch Type
2 Inch Ball Hitch
Max Towing Speed
30 MPH
Wheels
Rear Tire Size
16 Inch
Tire Type
Pneumatic Wheels
| Wood Type | Hardness Rating | 6" Seasoned | 6" Green | 12" Seasoned | 12" Green | 24" Seasoned | 24" Green |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alder | 590 Lbs. | 4+ Tons | 6+ Tons | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Ash | 1320 Lbs. | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 16+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Aspen | 420 Lbs. | 4+ Tons | 6+ Tons | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Basswood | 410 Lbs. | 4+ Tons | 6+ Tons | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Beech | 1300 Lbs. | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 16+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Birch | 1470 Lbs. | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 16+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Boxelder | 720 Lbs. | 6+ Tons | 8+ Tons | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Buckeye | 350 Lbs. | 4+ Tons | 6+ Tons | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Catalpa | 550 Lbs. | 4+ Tons | 6+ Tons | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Cedar | 900 Lbs. | 6+ Tons | 8+ Tons | 15+ Tons | 20+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Cherry | 950 Lbs. | 6+ Tons | 8+ Tons | 15+ Tons | 20+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Cottonwood | 430 Lbs. | 4+ Tons | 6+ Tons | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Dogwood | 2150 Lbs. | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Elm | 1540 Lbs. | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 16+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Fir | 710 Lbs. | 6+ Tons | 8+ Tons | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Hickory | 1820 Lbs. | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Locust | 1700 Lbs. | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Magnolia | 1020 Lbs. | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 16+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Maple | 1450 Lbs. | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 16+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Oak | 1620 Lbs. | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
| Pine | 860 Lbs. | 6+ Tons | 8+ Tons | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Poplar | 540 Lbs. | 4+ Tons | 6+ Tons | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Spruce | 510 Lbs. | 4+ Tons | 6+ Tons | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Sweet Gum | 850 Lbs. | 6+ Tons | 8+ Tons | 10+ Tons | 13+ Tons | 27+ Tons | 30+ Tons |
| Walnut | 1010 Lbs. | 7+ Tons | 9+ Tons | 16+ Tons | 22+ Tons | 30+ Tons | 35+ Tons |
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