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Meet the Wallenstein WXR720 Woodsplitter, a horizontal, towable and self-contained log splitter designed for demanding firewood processing. Also identified by the manufacturer as the WXR720L Firebolt, this 27-ton splitter combines a Vanguard® 6.5 hp (203 cc) gasoline engine with Firebolt technology, a two-stage hydraulic pump and a 24-inch (61 cm) wedge stroke. Its automatic return and neutral functions help streamline repetitive splitting, while the folding support, 2-inch ball hitch and factory-installed light kit support convenient transport and setup. With a complete operating cycle of 11 seconds, the WXR720 is suited to homeowners, property managers and firewood users who need substantial splitting force without relying on a tractor PTO or external hydraulic system.
The Wallenstein WXR720 uses a 27-ton hydraulic splitting force and a 4.5-inch (11 cm) cylinder to handle demanding firewood tasks. Its 10-inch (25 cm) wedge height and 24-inch (61 cm) stroke provide the working movement specified for the model, while the 27-inch (69 cm) work-table height helps position the splitter for horizontal operation.
The two-stage hydraulic pump and automatic return and neutral functions are intended to support a consistent work sequence. The manufacturer lists an average operating cycle of 5.35 seconds and a complete operating cycle of 11 seconds. Actual productivity will depend on log size, wood type, operator workflow and handling conditions.
As a towable, self-contained splitter, the WXR720 is equipped with a 2-inch (6 cm) ball hitch and 4.80 x 8 tires. Its folding support helps with the equipment’s transport configuration, while the factory-installed light kit is included among the manufacturer’s listed features. The splitter has an overall length of 76 inches, width of 40 inches and height of 44 inches, with a total weight of 460 lb (209 kg).
| Brand | Wallenstein |
|---|---|
| Product code | WXR720 |
| Manufacturer model | WXR720L / Firebolt |
| Product type | Horizontal towable/self-contained log splitter |
| Splitter orientation | Horizontal |
| Splitting force | 27 tons |
| Engine | Vanguard® 6.5 hp (203 cc) |
| Wedge stroke | 24 in (61 cm) |
| Average operating cycle | 5.35 seconds |
| Complete operating cycle | 11 seconds |
| Cylinder diameter | 4.5 in (11 cm) |
| Wedge height | 10 in (25 cm) |
| Work-table height | 27 in (69 cm) |
| Tires | 4.80 x 8 |
| Hitch | 2 in (6 cm) ball |
| Hydraulic-system capacity | 6 US gal (23 L) |
| Total weight | 460 lb (209 kg) |
| Overall dimensions (L x W x H) | 76 x 40 x 44 in (193 x 101 x 113 cm) |
The WXR720 is a self-contained gasoline-powered log splitter. The manufacturer does not specify tractor PTO compatibility or an external hydraulic-flow requirement for this model. Its hydraulic system has a 6 US gal (23 L) capacity and uses a two-stage hydraulic pump.