Forestry cranes

Forestry cranes

Pfanzelt forestry cranes are designed for professional duty. Besides loading cranes for forwarding trailers, the Pfanzelt crane range also includes cranes for mounting on standard tractors and specialist forestry tractors for forwarding short and long timber. These usually have a larger lifting force and a higher pivoting moment to enable powerful pivoting of the crane – even uphill.

Slewing gear

Pfanzelt cranes have especially robust and powerful 4-cylinder slewing gear. The resulting high pivoting moment means that loading work can also be performed when working uphill.

Table of pivoting moments of the Pfanzelt forestry crane

Crane series Net pivoting moment
41*, 42*, 43* 15.2 kNm
51*, 52* 21.5 kNm
61*, 62* 25,0 kNm
71* 27.0 kNm
91* 32.0 kNm
93* 36.0 kNm

The large distance between the bearings and the oil immersion bath ensure reliable operation. Strains that are generated when working with heavy trunks are safely absorbed.

Crane attachment

Pfanzelt loading cranes are available in two different versions. The distinction lies in the position of the main boom cylinder. The top mounting of the cylinder protects it from damage when handling timber. So that the upright main boom cylinder is also protected from damage, this is mounted so that the piston rod is protected by the forwarding trailer’s fender grille.

Crane loading class B4

Pfanzelt cranes are made of especially tough special steel. The crane is rated according to crane loading class B4 for permanent dynamic loading.

Crane bearings

All fitting pins of the crane are mounted in durable, lubricatable hardened bronze bushings. The axial play of the bolt bearings can be infinitely adjusted.

Safety

At Pfanzelt safe handling of forestry machines has the topmost priority. All cranes fitted on ex works on Pfanzelt machines come with a crane test log and initial acceptance certificate from an independent crane expert in accordance with the regulations of the German employers’ liability insurance association (BG).

Hose routing

The hydraulic hoses run from the control block to the crane tip so as they are protected, ensuring low downtimes and the highest degree of safety. Pfanzelt therefore attaches the highest priority to ensuring that the hydraulic hoses are protected over the entire crane by being concealed. At points of high physical loading, the hoses are laid in a hose shaft. Additional rotary cutouts increase the service life of the hydraulic hoses.

To increase operator safety, the hoses are also routed through a hose shaft in the vicinity of the control stand.

The telescopic cylinder is also internally mounted, protecting it from damage during crane work.

The optionally available pendulum with internally laid hydraulic hoses enables protection right up to the crane tip. This is also equipped with a double pendulum brake.

Power link system

The toggle system of Pfanzelt forestry cranes – also known as the power link system – between the main boom and folding boom ensures optimum crane geometry for loading work. Ergonomic loading directly onto the headache rack is also thus made possible. It also ensures constant force, greater reach and a higher working speed.

Rapid traverse valve

Pfanzelt forestry cranes are equipped as standard with a rapid traverse valve. This enables the rapid telescopic extension even in the case of telescopic booms with only one extension tube. The electrically control rapid traverse valve directs the hydraulic oil that flows from the cylinder straight back into the latter and thus achieves an approx. 1.5 fold extension speed.

Operating station

The Pfanzelt operating station mounted as standard on the draw bar provides a well organised work station outside the hazard zone with an optimum view for safety purposes of the loading crane and the surrounding area. The back rest of the platform and the hand guard over the control toggles optimise operator safety and create ergonomic working conditions.

Controller

The efficiency of the operator is maximised by perfectly ergonomic controls. In addition to the operating position, this is also determined by the crane controller. All Pfanzelt forestry cranes are fitted as standard with a mechanical control block, 2 control toggles each with an electrical switch. This means that the individual boom movements can be easily and rapidly coordinated, without having to reach for different control levers or turning.

In addition to a mechanical crane control, the crane can also be operated via an EHC controller with a cord or wireless control panel.

The crane can also be controlled via two separate toggle switches that are installed on a rotary seat in the tractor or on a control panel. The two ergonomic Danfoss Pro 1 joysticks enable a very precise control.

Stabilisers

Optimum parking stability for operating the loading crane is assured by the A-column stabilisers. The telescopic stabilisers create secure support even in dense stands of timber and on slopes. They also mean it possible to get close to log stacks.

In addition to the A-pillar support, an H-pillar support is also available. The wider bearing surface ensures even greater stability.

Independent hydraulic oil supply (option)

For carrier vehicles with low hydraulic power and when various tractors are pooled, Pfanzelt cranes can be equipped with an independent hydraulic system – safe and fuel saving oil supply is thus assured. The oil supply tank is neatly integrated in the A-column support, avoiding field of vision restrictions.

Crane accessories

Crane floodlight (option)

On request, the crane can be equipped with crane floodlights. It is possible to have two floodlights fitter to the side of the crane column or one floodlight mounted on the inside of the telescopic arm. In addition to the H3 floodlight, a robust LED spotlight can be installed.

Hydraulic oil cooler (option)

The forwarding trailer can optionally be equipped with a hydraulic oil cooler. This is especially useful for large cranes with hydraulic drive.

Operating hours counter (option)

The operating hours counter records the hours in which the loading crane is service. This is especially useful if the forwarding trailer is shared by several users or is hired out.

Trunk scraper (option)

A trunk scraper facilitates loading work with the forestry crane, especially with long sections or very long treetop material. The scraper is mounted on the main boom of the crane.

Crane cable winch 2.0 exTEND (option)

The Pfanzelt crane cable winch exTEND offers more comfort and safety in use.

  • Tractive force 1.5 t, cable capacity 50 m
  • Professional forestry radio system
  • Simple switching option between hydraulic freewheel and forward and return
  • Mechanical trailing drum brake

Grippers

Clam shell grippers can be mounted on the regular grippers for loading dry bulk. Special gripper attachments for loading round bales are also available as accessories.

The 4-finger gripper ensures easy loading of branches and cut wood.

Pfanzelt gripers adapted to various crane sizes are available in various sizes

Loading crane with top-mounted main boom cylinder

Loading crane 4167 4177 5169 5180 5186
Customize your machine Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator
Crane length 6,620 mm 7,550 mm 6,710 mm 8,000 mm 8,800 mm
Crane pillar height 2,120 mm 2,120 mm 2,485 mm 2,485 mm 2,485 mm
Lift moment gross / net 52 / 41 kNm 52 / 41 kNm 69 / 51 kNm 69 / 51 kNm 69 / 51 kNm
Telescope single single single single double
Pivoting torque 15,2 kNm 15,2 kNm 21,5 kNm 21,5 kNm 21,5 kNm
Slewing range 370° 370° 370° 370° 370°
Rotator, infinite 4.5 t 4.5 t 4.5 t 4.5 t 4.5 t
Grippers Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230
Crane control 2 control toggles with 2 electrical functions
Operating pressure 190 bar 190 bar 190 bar 190 bar 190 bar
Pump flow rate recommended 35 – 90 l/min 35 – 90 l/min 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min
Weight (approx.) 1,050 kg 1,100 kg 1,150 kg 1,250 kg 1,300 kg
Loading crane 51100 6169 6180 6186 61100
Customize your machine Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator
Crane length 9,950 mm 6,710 mm 8,000 mm 8,800 mm 9,950 mm
Crane pillar height 2,485 mm 2,485 mm 2,485 mm 2,485 mm 2,485 mm
Lift moment gross / net 69 / 51 kNm 86 / 61 kNm 86 / 61 kNm 86 / 61 kNm 86 / 61 kNm
Telescope double single single double double
Pivoting torque 21,5 kNm 25 kNm 25 kNm 25 kNm 25 kNm
Slewing range 370° 370° 370° 370° 370°
Rotator, infinite 4.5 t 6.0 t 6.0 t 6.0 t 6.0 t
Grippers Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230
Crane control 2 control toggles with 2 electrical functions
Operating pressure 190 bar 215 bar 215 bar 215 bar 215 bar
Pump flow rate recommended 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min
Weight (approx.) 1,450 kg 1,300 kg 1,250 kg 1,350 kg 1,450 kg

Crane with upright main boom cylinder

Loading crane 4267 4272 4280 4282 5280
Customize your machine Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator
Crane length 6,370 mm 7,140 mm 7,850 mm 7,960 mm 7,800 mm
Crane pillar height 2,000 mm 2,000 mm 2,000 mm 2,000 mm 2,076 mm
Lift moment gross / net 56 / 40.5 kNm 56 / 40.5 kNm 56 / 41 kNm 58 / 42 kNm 70/ 50 kNm
Telescope single single single double single
Pivoting torque 15.2 kNm 15.2 kNm 15.2 kNm 15.2 kNm 21.5 kNm
Slewing range 370° 370° 370° 370° 370°
Rotator, infinite 4.5 t 4.5 t 4.5 t 4.5 t 4.5 t
Grippers Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230
Crane control 2 control toggles with 2 electrical functions
Operating pressure 190 bar 190 bar 190 bar 190 bar 205 bar
Pump flow rate recommended 35 – 90 l/min 35 – 90 l/min 35 – 90 l/min 35 – 90 l/min 50 – 100 l/min
Weight (approx.) 1,050 kg 1,100 kg 1,150 kg 1,120 kg 1,250 kg
Loading crane 5287 5286 52100 6280 6286 62100
Customize your machine Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator
Crane length 8,730 mm 8,600 mm 9,800 mm 7,800 mm 8,600 mm 9,800 mm
Crane pillar height 2,076 mm 2,076 mm 2,076 mm 2,076 mm 2,076 mm 2,076 mm
Lift moment gross / net 69 / 52 kNm 70 / 50 kNm 70 / 51 kNm 79 / 61 kNm 79 / 62 kNm 79 / 62 kNm
Telescope double double double single double double
Pivoting torque 21,5 kNm 21,5 kNm 21,5 kNm 25 kNm 25 kNm 25 kNm
Slewing range 370° 370° 370° 370° 370° 370°
Rotator, infinite 4.5 t 4.5 t 4.5 t 6.0 t 6.0 t 6.0 t
Grippers Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230
Crane control 2 control toggles with 2 electrical functions
Operating pressure 190 bar 205 bar 210 bar 220 bar 220 bar 220 bar
Pump flow rate recommended 50 – 120 l/min 50 – 120 l/min 50 – 120 l/min 50 – 120 l/min 50 – 120 l/min 50 – 120 l/min
Weight (approx.) 1.270 kg 1,400 kg 1,400 kg 1,300 kg 1,450 kg 1,500 kg

Crane attachment for tractors

Loading crane 5153 5167 7169 7182 7185 71100
Customize your machine Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator Configurator
Crane length 5,090 mm 6,830 mm 6,930 mm 8,190 mm 8,300 mm 10,000 mm
Crane pillar height 1,960 mm 1,960 mm
Lift moment gross / net 69 / 51 kNm 69 / 51 kNm 106 / 70 kNm 106 / 70 kNm 106 / 70 kNm 112 / 70 kNm
Telescope single double double double double double
Pivoting torque 21,5 kNm 21,5 kNm 27 kNm 32 kNm 27 kNm 27 kNm
Slewing range 370° 370° 370° 360° 360° 360°
Rotator, infinite 6.0 t 6.0 t 10.0 t 10.0 t 10.0 t 10.0 t
Grippers Pm 270 Pm 270 Pm 360 Pm 360 Pm 360 Pm 360
Crane control 6-way EHC control with 2 joysticks
Operating pressure 190 bar 190 bar 210 bar 210 bar 210 bar 210 bar
Pump flow rate recommended 35 – 90 l 35 – 90 l/min 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min 50 – 100 l/min

Z-cranes

Loading crane Z4359 Z5376 Z5388
Customize your machine Configurator Configurator Configurator
Crane length 5,700 mm 7,600 mm 8,800 mm
Crane pillar height 1,740 mm 2,190 mm 2,190 mm
Lift moment net 40.5 kNm 51 kNm 51 kNm
Telescope single single double
Pivoting torque 15,2 kNm 21,5 kNm 21,5 kNm
Slewing range 370° 370° 370°
Operating pressure 190 bar 190 bar 200 bar
Pump flow rate recommended 35 – 90 l/min 35 – 90 l/min 50 – 100 l/min
Grippers Pm 230 Pm 230 Pm 230
Crane control 2 control toggles with 2 electrical functions
Weight (approx.) 945 kg 1,125 kg 1,180 kg

3-point linkage crane

3-point linkage crane 4267 4272 5280
Customize your machine Configurator Configurator Configurator
Reach 6.370 mm 7.140 mm 7.800 mm
Gross/ net lifting torque 56 / 40,5 kNm 56 / 40,5 kNm 69 / 51 kNm
Pivoting moment 15,2 kNm 15,2 kNm 22 kNm
Slewing range 370° 370° 370°
Rotator, infinite 4,5 t 4,5 t 4,5 t
Gripper/ Gripper opening width Pm230 – 1.260 mm Pm230 – 1.260 mm Pm230 – 1.260 mm
Crane control 2 control toggles with 2 electrical functions
3-point linkage crane
Weight (approx.) 1.050 kg 1.100 kg 1.250 kg
Accessories:
4-finger gripper (Gripper cross section 0,23 m2) optional optional optional
EHC control Danfoss 8-way Autec remote control panel (Danfoss PVG 32) optional optional optional
Crane cable winch, hydraulically driven, tractive force 1,5 t optional optional optional
Pendulum with internal concealed hoses optional optional optional
Quick-action implement coupling on rotator for griper optional optional optional
Gripper add-on for round bales optional optional optional
Snap-on clam shells for gripper (width 600 mm) optional optional optional
Snap-on clam shells for gripper (width 800 mm) optional optional optional

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