Description

The Wallenstein FX85 8500 lb Skidding Winch is a PTO-driven tractor skidding winch designed for controlled log recovery and forestry work. With an 8,500 lb (3,855 kg) pulling capacity, a durable steel cable, and manual control through a mechanical dry-disc clutch, the FX85 provides a straightforward solution for skidding operations. It mounts to a Category I three-point hitch and is designed for tractors in the 30–55 engine horsepower range with a 540 rpm PTO. The gray finish variant is identified as WAL FX85-GRY.

Built for Tractor-Based Skidding

The FX85 connects to a compatible tractor’s three-point hitch and uses the tractor PTO to drive the winch. Its steel cable measures 165 ft (50 m) in length and 3/8 in (10 mm) in diameter, providing the reach needed for positioning and retrieving logs in working areas. The manual-control design offers direct operation, while the mechanical dry-disc clutch supports the winch’s pulling function.

Two included choker chains and two keyhole sliders are supplied with the winch to support log-choking and cable setup during skidding work. The unit has a 40 in (102 cm) working and transport width, with overall dimensions of 27 x 40 x 76 in (69 x 102 x 193 cm).

Key Features

  • 8,500 lb (3,855 kg) pulling capacity
  • PTO-driven tractor skidding winch
  • Manual control
  • Mechanical dry-disc clutch
  • Steel cable construction
  • 165 ft (50 m) cable length
  • 3/8 in (10 mm) cable diameter
  • Line speed of 96–238 ft/min (29–72 m/min)
  • Two choker chains included
  • Two keyhole sliders included
  • Category I three-point hitch mounting
  • Gray/Grey finish variant available

Specifications

Brand Wallenstein Equipment
Model FX85
Product type PTO-driven tractor skidding winch
Pulling capacity 8,500 lb (3,855 kg)
Cable type Steel
Cable length 165 ft (50 m)
Cable diameter 3/8 in (10 mm)
Control type Manual control
Winch type Mechanical, dry-disc clutch
Line speed 96–238 ft/min (29–72 m/min)
Choker chains included 2
Keyhole sliders 2
Weight 470 lb (213 kg)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 27 x 40 x 76 in (69 x 102 x 193 cm)
Working width 40 in (102 cm)
Transport width 40 in (102 cm)
PTO input speed 540 rpm
PTO height 16 in (41 cm)
Color variant Gray/Grey; product listing variant WAL FX85-GRY

Compatibility and Tractor Requirements

The Wallenstein FX85 is compatible with tractors equipped with the following:

  • 30–55 engine horsepower
  • Category I three-point hitch
  • 540 rpm PTO

The FX85 is the manual-control, steel-cable model in the Wallenstein FX85 series. It is distinct from the FX85R remote-control steel-cable variant and the FX85S synthetic-rope variant.

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