A low-cost towable splitter for several cords a year, from YARDMAX’s value brand.
Amazon $1,654.69
Maximum force for the money for big hardwood, if an unproven brand and unknown warranty are acceptable.
- 40 tonsSplitting force
- 16 sCycle time
- 24 inLongest log
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Forty tons for under $2,000 is a low price per ton
- Tilts vertical so big rounds need no lifting
- Tows at up to 45 mph
- Ships with hydraulic and engine oil
- No published warranty length
- Weight and size are not published
The BILT HARD gas family
Every BILT HARD gas model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power source.
| Model | Splitting force | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BILT HARD 30-Ton Gas | 30 tons | 4.0/5 | $1,699.99 |
| BILT HARD 40-Ton Gas (this one) | 40 tons | 4.2/5 | $1,899.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power source. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Splitting | |
|---|---|
| Splitting force | 40 tons |
| Cycle time | 16 s |
| Longest log | 24 in |
| Orientation | Horizontal and vertical |
| Kinetic | No |
| Power | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine or motor | 389 cc |
| Build | |
| Auto return | Yes |
| Towable | Yes |
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