Forestwest 11110S 12-Ton Kinetic
#2 in ElectricFull review
For quick splitting of small rounds at waist height, if the high price and missing specs are acceptable.
Amazon $1,159$1,159
3.3/5
For splitting a lot of short firewood quickly from an outlet; the speed costs a lot more than a hydraulic electric.
- 18 tonsSplitting force
- 3 sCycle time
- 16 inLongest log
Check price at Amazon$1,489
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- A flywheel splits in 2 to 3 s, many times faster than a hydraulic electric
- Works at waist height on a stand with big trays
- Pneumatic wheels roll it over rough ground
Cons
- Takes logs only up to 16 in long
- No published US warranty
- Costs three to four times a hydraulic electric
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | BM11097 |
|---|---|
| Splitting | |
| Splitting force | 18 tons |
| Cycle time | 3 s |
| Longest log | 16 in |
| Kinetic | Yes |
| Power | |
| Power | Electric |
| Engine or motor | 2 hp, 13.6 A |
| Build | |
| Dimensions | 74 x 20.5 x 34.6 in |
| Weight | 246 lb |
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