The Bell Skogger is developed to be a flexible and cost-effective timber handling solution for mechanised timber operations
A flexible and cost-effective timber handling solution for mechanised timber operations, the four-wheel drive (4WD) Bell Skogger design concept has versatility at its core.
“It’s not a logger or a skidder – it’s a Skogger.”
While developed with primarily an extraction application in mind, the boom and grapple configuration lends itself perfectly to the accumulation of timber infield for extraction, sorting, stacking, and loading timber.
There is also an option to install a felling kit, which utilises a felling head where tree size, terrain, or underfoot conditions necessitate a heavier 4WD carrier.
Skogger utilises a simple and efficient hydrostatic-mechanical drivetrain with good ground clearance and a low centre of gravity. Its comfortable and ergonomic rubber-mounted operator cab is air-conditioned and boasts a 180° swivelling operator seat and excellent all-around visibility.
The Bell Skogger, powered by the JCB Diesel Max 444 T2 Turbo engine, delivers an impressive 74kW of power at 2 200rpm, ensuring a power-packed performance for timber extraction operations.
Its overhead boom is equipped with dual lifting cylinders and internal hose routing to ensure efficient and reliable timber handling.
With frame articulation of 86 degrees, stop to stop, the Bell Skogger exhibits outstanding manoeuvrability, effortlessly navigating through tight spaces during timber extraction operations.
The operator joystick ensures precise steering control for smooth and efficient operation that enhances the overall productivity and ease of use for the operator.
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That’s a remarkable amount of work hours for a single machine, the Norcar 600 owned by Erkki Rinne is taken well care of, it even has the original Diesel engine.
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Kieran Anders is a forestry contractor working in the lake district. His work involves hand cutting and extracting timber using a skidder and tractor-trailer forwarder.
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It is not possible to eliminate chain shot, but there are simple steps that can be taken to reduce the risk.
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Arwel takes great pride in the fact that the mill has no waste whatsoever, “the peelings are used for children’s playgrounds, gardens and for farm animals in barns in the winter and the sawdust has multiple uses in gardens and farms as well.
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Timber hauliers need to encourage young blood in, and also look after the hauliers we have, we need make the sector a safe and positive place to work.
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The Bell Skogger’s rigid front axle and oscillating rear axle make it a master of uneven terrains, effortlessly conquering challenging landscapes during timber extraction operations.
With a rear axle oscillation travel of 30 degrees, stop to stop, the Skogger has exceptional manoeuvrability, allowing operators to navigate tight spaces and difficult terrain with ease.
Equipped with standard 23.1 – 26 (16 ply) tyres, the Bell Skogger provides reliable traction. For enhanced performance and even greater traction, an optional 18.4 – 30 (16 ply) tyres configuration is available for the toughest logging environments.
With high and low range options and a maximum speed of 20km/h (12.5mph), the Bell Skogger effortlessly manoeuvres through challenging landscapes, ensuring timely and efficient timber extraction.
The Skogger’s four-wheel drive system guarantees optimal traction, while the heavy-duty outboard planetary limited slip differential lock provides stability and control for safe and reliable operation even in rugged logging environments.
The Bell Skogger focuses on operator comfort and productivity with its rubber-mounted, glazed, and airconditioned operator cab providing a comfortable working environment even in challenging conditions.
The ergonomic operator controls, including the mini-coordinate joystick, make operating the Skogger precise and effortless, enhancing productivity and reducing operator fatigue.
The 180º swivel seat of the Bell Skogger improves visibility and manoeuvrability, allowing operators to navigate logging operations with ease. A reverse camera is available as an option to improve visibility when reversing. The ROPS/FOPS/OPS compliant operator cab further enhance safety and convenience for the operator.
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