This Ponsse Buffalo King is a used forestry forwarder — sometimes referred to as a timber forwarder — a purpose-built machine designed to collect and transport cut timber from the felling site to a roadside landing. Ponsse is a Finnish manufacturer with a long-standing reputation in the professional forestry equipment industry, producing a focused range of harvesters, forwarders, and related forest machines for demanding commercial logging operations worldwide.
This 2020 machine has accumulated 3,721 hours and is described as being in excellent running condition, available FOB Alabama. At the heart of the drivetrain is a Mercedes-Benz engine rated at 286 horsepower and compliant with Tier IV emissions standards, providing the power output expected for heavy-duty extraction work. The machine carries an 18-ton load capacity, placing it firmly in the high-capacity segment of the forwarder market.
The running gear consists of eight wheels arranged across four balanced bogies, a configuration that distributes ground pressure evenly and supports stable travel over uneven forest terrain. Front tires are 710-45/26.5 at approximately 85% remaining tread, while the rear tires are 750-45/26.5 at approximately 80%. All four bogies are equipped with Eco Tracks, which further reduce ground disturbance and improve flotation on soft or sensitive ground.
The crane fitted is a K100 Active unit, paired with the Ponsse Active Crane Control System, which uses automation to assist the operator in fluid, efficient load cycles and reduce fatigue during long shifts. Bunk extensions are included, increasing the effective load space for larger timber volumes. Additional equipment on this machine includes a front hood guard, a front blade for clearing debris or leveling material at the landing, and window shades for operator comfort.
The machine is located in Alabama, USA, and is listed at $369,000.
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