Product Overview The Bushranger® LS253 is a heavy-duty 25-ton log splitter powered by a premium Honda GX200 engine. Designed for landowners and home users, it features horizontal and vertical operation, a manually activated auto-return valve, and a two-stage 49.2 L/min hydraulic pump. Built for serious timber work and long-term reliability. Features Honda GX200 6.5 hp (196 cc) OHV engine with oil alert 25 tons of splitting force Horizontal and vertical operation modes Manually activated auto-return valve Two-stage hydraulic pump: 49.2 L/min (13 GPM) 10.9-second cycle time (down and back) 8.5″ high angled heat-treated steel wedge Ergonomic valve positioning for operator comfort 50 mm ball hitch with safety chains (Aust-style) D.O.T. approved 12″ × 4.80″ multi-lug trailer wheels Built for Australian hardwoods and rugged terrain Specifications Attribute Details Model Code BRULS253 Engine Honda GX200 Engine Capacity 196 cc Power Output 6.5 hp Operation Horizontal / Vertical Splitting Force 25 tons Cycle Time 10.9 sec Hydraulic Pump Two-stage, 49.2 L/min Hydraulic Tank Capacity 25.5 L Cylinder 114.3 mm × 609.6 mm stroke (outer) Ram Size 44.45 mm diameter Max Log Length 215.9 mm Wedge 8.5″ heat-treated steel Beam 8.5″ footplate Tow Hitch 50 mm ball with safety chains Wheels 12″ × 4.80″ D.O.T certified Dry Weight 231.3 kg (with fluids) Warranty – Domestic 3 years Warranty – Commercial 3 months Warranty – Hire/Rental 3 months