Sunday, October 5, 2014

Product Review: Troy-Bilt 27-Ton Gas Log Splitter Model LS 27 TB

I had the pleasure of observing the Troy Bilt Model LS 27 TB 27-ton gas powered log splitter in action today.
This bright red ball of testosterone and power made fast work of enough white oak to last all winter. White oak is a heavy, dense, and hard wood and this beast of a machine cut it like butter. It was so manly I felt chest hairs growing while it was in use. We weren't splitting little logs. Some of them were  an impressive two feet in diameter and just as tall, maybe more. This splitter chewed them up and spit them out.

The Good
1. This splitter does exactly what it is supposed to do. It splits logs and does it very well. 
2. There was more than enough power to get the job done.
3. It started on the first or second pull each and every time.
4. The splitter folded down for easy transport.
5. I can be used vertical or horizontal. We used it vertically. 
6. In several hours of operation, we only had to refill the 0.3 gallon tank once, making it very fuel efficient.

The Bad
1. I admit that this is digging deep,  but it was loud. The literature with the splitter and the information I found online indicate that this model is quieter than others. It was loud enough to make having a conversation around it impossible. I am also assuming that all gas powered log splitters with this much power are loud. 

Overall
Overall, the Troy-Bilt LS 27 TB log splitter is an awesome machine. Being powered by a Honda motor, the splitter was fuel efficient and reliable. The fast start and ample power made using it easy. My one and only complaint was the noise level, but I think all models with 27 tons of log splitting power would be just as loud. 

I found a place to download the owner's manual if you would like to know more here.

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