New H427 harvester head from Waratah

Waratah Forestry Equipment recently introduced the new Waratah H427 harvester head at FOREXPO 2025 in Mimizan, France.

Waratah Forestry Equipment recently introduced the new Waratah H427 harvester head at FOREXPO 2025 in Mimizan, France. Built for extreme forestry conditions, the H427 delivers strong performance, durability and precision for harvesting large timber on steep and rugged terrain.

80,000 Hours

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.
Kieran Anders Forestry

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.
Promoting safety in the workplace

It is not possible to eliminate chain shot, but there are simple steps that can be taken to reduce the risk.
Glasfryn Fencing and Sawmill

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.
Keeping Timber Hauliers Safe

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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Designed for today’s demanding forestry jobs, Waratah’s H427 is a powerhouse built to handle big wood with confidence and control.

“The H427 is purpose-built to meet the demands of high-production harvesting in larger timber conditions,” said Brent Fisher, product marketing manager for Waratah. “Its design enhances operational efficiency, ensures long-term durability and simplifies maintenance, supporting reliable performance in the forest.”

A new standard for power and productivity

Featuring a top saw, strong frame and optional HD tilt frame, the H427 delivers reliable performance and productivity. Its high feed force and 760 mm (29.9 in.) maximum cut capacity make it ideal for harvesting large-diameter timber. Updated measuring systems improve length and diameter accuracy for efficient, high-output processing. With an operating weight from 1680 kg (3,704 lb.), the H427 offers agility with the durability and stability needed for the most demanding applications. Its efficient, powerful control valve and optimized four-roller feed arm geometry ensure consistent productivity on wheeled and tracked carriers.

The four-knife delimbing system delivers consistent, clean results, while simplified service access and a streamlined design help reduce downtime in the field. The durable H427 offers long-lasting reliability in high-impact forestry applications.

Built to work

As with all Waratah products, the H427 comes with easily accessible support for dealers and customers, as well as genuine Waratah parts with an industry-leading warranty. The Waratah H427 will be available to customers in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Brazil and Latin America starting in early 2026.