YARDMAX YU3266 32-Ton Gas
#6 in GasFull review
A full beam splitter for people who burn several cords a year and want a Briggs & Stratton engine.
Amazon $1,649$1,649
The YARDMAX YU3266 32-Ton Gas is the better log splitter overall, rated 4.1 to 3.3. The YARDMAX YU3266 32-Ton Gas leads on value, force and warranty. The YARDMAX YU3266 32-Ton Gas costs $330 less ($1,649 vs $1,979).
Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas
#14 in GasFull review
A dependable mid-size gas splitter for several cords a year, with lifetime tech support from a big brand.
Amazon $1,979$1,979
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the YARDMAX YU3266 32-Ton Gas for value ($51.53 per ton ($1,649, 32 tons) vs $73.30 per ton ($1,979, 27 tons)), force (32 tons of splitting force vs 27 tons of splitting force) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas log splitter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | YARDMAX YU3266 32-Ton Gas | Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 87 $51.53 per ton ($1,649, 32 tons) | 54 $73.30 per ton ($1,979, 27 tons) |
| Force 20% | 84 32 tons of splitting force | 58 27 tons of splitting force |
| Speed 15% | 34 15.3 second cycle | 29 16 second cycle |
| Capacity 15% | 100 takes logs up to 26 in long | 89 takes logs up to 24 in long |
| Warranty 20% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| YARDMAX YU3266 32-Ton Gas | Champion 201312 27-Ton Gas | |
|---|---|---|
| Splitting | ||
| Splitting force | 32 tons | 27 tons |
| Cycle time | 15.3 s | 16 s |
| Longest log | 26 in | 24 in |
| Orientation | Horizontal and vertical | Horizontal and vertical |
| Kinetic | No | No |
| Power | ||
| Power | Gas | Gas |
| Engine or motor | - | 224 cc (Champion OHV) |
| Build | ||
| Auto return | - | Yes |
| Log cradles | Yes | Yes |
| Towable | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 91.5 x 48 x 37 in | 87.3 x 51.3 x 40.8 in |
| Weight | 524.7 lb | 465 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |