This Deere 3156G is a used log loader — sometimes referred to as a knuckleboom loader or forestry loader — a purpose-built machine used to pick up, sort, and load timber at logging sites, sawmills, and wood-processing yards. John Deere is a globally recognised manufacturer of construction and forestry equipment, and their log loader line is designed for demanding, high-cycle timber-handling work.
This 2016 machine is located in Washington, USA, and is offered at $102,500. It is equipped with a forestry cab featuring air conditioning and rear entry, providing operators with a protected, climate-controlled working environment suited to the rigours of timber operations.
The loader is fitted with a 41-foot log loader front, giving substantial reach for handling timber across a wide working radius. Undercarriage traction is provided by 28-inch double bar pads, which are well suited to soft or uneven forest floor conditions. An automatic lubrication system keeps critical grease points serviced continuously during operation, reducing maintenance downtime and extending component life.
The machine includes a live heel, which allows the heel of the boom to move independently, helping to control and align logs during loading for more efficient and precise handling. Grapple duties are handled by a Pierce TC60 grapple, a purpose-designed forestry grapple built for reliable, high-cycle timber gripping. Together, the live heel and TC60 grapple make this an effective, well-specified unit for active log-loading applications.
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