Tajfun Processors

[ben_inthewoods]

After trying the tajfun 400 and the Posch 350 we chose the tajfun and have been pleased - 150m3 cut so far with 200m3 to go.

 

We are cutting pretty much 80% beech and it is working well to date.

 

pro's:

 

cuts large cord 30-40cm diameter - we have an 8 way splitter it easily copes.

 

when cutting short 25cm logs out of large diameter cord the tajfun does not have the problem of tipping the log when the dropping into the splitting chamber (frequent with the posch 350 that we demo'd).

 

The lifting bench is a good alternative to an expensive log deck if set up correctly.

 

The use of chain oil is minimal (unlike the older manual model - which i understand from those that had one caused gunging of the works).

 

The controls are simple, the infeed and splitter can be used in tandem making processing quick.

 

The saw shavings can be extracted via an additional extractor (we are just getting one as we are using the processor on a front PTO and want to limit the dust into the radiator and also use the forwarder crane to handle logs).

 

Cons:

 

Slightly lighter build than the Posch at least.

 

Would love to cut larger diameter 600mm logs, but instead are selling them on to others.

 

Would like to have a circular saw rather than a chainsaw for speed and less waste.

 

Looks good, will see in 5yrs time.

[farmer_ben]

After trying the tajfun 400 and the Posch 350 we chose the tajfun and have been pleased - 150m3 cut so far with 200m3 to go.

 

We are cutting pretty much 80% beech and it is working well to date.

 

pro's:

 

cuts large cord 30-40cm diameter - we have an 8 way splitter it easily copes.

 

when cutting short 25cm logs out of large diameter cord the tajfun does not have the problem of tipping the log when the dropping into the splitting chamber (frequent with the posch 350 that we demo'd).

 

The lifting bench is a good alternative to an expensive log deck if set up correctly.

 

The use of chain oil is minimal (unlike the older manual model - which i understand from those that had one caused gunging of the works).

 

The controls are simple, the infeed and splitter can be used in tandem making processing quick.

 

The saw shavings can be extracted via an additional extractor (we are just getting one as we are using the processor on a front PTO and want to limit the dust into the radiator and also use the forwarder crane to handle logs).

 

Cons:

 

Slightly lighter build than the Posch at least.

 

Would love to cut larger diameter 600mm logs, but instead are selling them on to others.

 

Would like to have a circular saw rather than a chainsaw for speed and less waste.

 

Looks good, will see in 5yrs time.

 

Good reply that Ben, interesting set up you have. Do you have any photos? I have front links and PTO, I was thinking of running the processor on the back and hydrolic splitter on the front for bigger stuff, but you have me thinking about a crane now!

[Alycidon]

Is this not a lesson to all in how to handle a problem even when it was not of their making. As a result of doing the right thing fast Kilworth have done themselves more good than thousands spent advertising.

 

All credit to them.

 

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[Tomatin Firewood]

Hi

i have had tajfun 380 since Nov 2011, it has been pretty good, have done almost 2,000m3 with it so far. My drive shaft went the other day rather annoyingly so that and a few other things best part of £500 but on the whole pretty good.

 

Does anyone know if you can use other brand log decks with this as I really need to get a log deck that can take a good few tonnes. Anyone have any suggestions? The trailer log deck that tajfun does is nice but far too expensive.

 

Farmer Ben I would say if you have a loader, the log deck is the way to go. You may want to consider the sawdust extractor as well (i just use one of those old black bins

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[difflock]

Why should you not use A N Other log deck??

I can see NO possible reason, other than the paint schemes "clashing"

cheers

marcus

[County 764]

I've got a tajfun 380, it works well but sawdust can tend to block the sawdust shoot and material can get behind the splitter causing it to run slowly at times but if you keep an eye on it then this shouldn't be a problem. I find the manual system really quick to operate

[hedgesparrow]

will they be at confor longleat in september be interested in seeing one working.

[Alycidon]

The trailer log deck that tajfun does is nice but far too expensive.

 

 

 

 

What sort of cost are you talking?, hydraulic log decks that can take half an hours supply of big timber are all pretty robust and as a result pretty expensive.

 

I do like the look of the JAPA rack with the extension on the back end, that is height adjustable.

 

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[Tomatin Firewood]

The trailer log deck that tajfun does is nice but far too expensive.

 

 

 

 

What sort of cost are you talking?, hydraulic log decks that can take half an hours supply of big timber are all pretty robust and as a result pretty expensive.

 

I do like the look of the JAPA rack with the extension on the back end, that is height adjustable.

 

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Hi I cannot remember exactly what I was quoted , it was either £5,000 or £7,000 when I asked last year. Whichever I was like ok...... Almost as much as the processor! Anyway cannot afford that just for a log deck!

 

It is a nice piece of kit especially if you doing a bit of contracting though.

 

I am hoping to find something that is max £2,000 but does the business. Want one which can tie in with hydraulic which why I was wondering if different brand log decks are compatible.

[Alycidon]

Japa do a lighter duty one that bolts together, to this can be added roller(s) to move the log to the processor but moving the logs down to the feed trough would be manual. As the rack is at an angle thats not to bad. I do have one but would not fancy putting anymore than 2 cube on it.

 

Fuelwood usually have used ones kicking about.

 

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