For sawyers with large logs who want powered head height and a long warranty for a little over $10,000.
Hud-Son $10,495
For sawyers with big logs who want a 36 in mill and a long warranty. Expect to push and crank the head by hand.
- 36 inLargest log
- 36 inWidest board
- 21 hpEngine
- 10.4 ftLog length
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Takes logs up to 36 in and cuts boards just as wide
- A 21 HP Honda V-twin has the power for wide hardwood logs
- A 3 year warranty covers the mill and the engine, even for commercial use
- Add track sections to cut logs of any length
- Feed and head height are manual, which is hard work on a 36 in mill
- Weight and blade length are not published, only a 1,436 lb shipping weight
- Costs far more than 30 in mills
The Woodland Mills MAX family
Every Woodland Mills MAX model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own log capacity.
| Model | Largest log | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Mills HM126MAX | 26 in | 3.4/5 | $4,395 |
| Woodland Mills HM130MAX | 30 in | 3.3/5 | $5,775 |
| Woodland Mills HM136MAX (this one) | 36 in | 3.5/5 | $9,200 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its log capacity. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | HM136MAX |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Largest log | 36 in |
| Widest board | 36 in |
| Log length | 10.4 ft |
| Track extensions | Yes |
| Engine and head | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine | Honda GX630 V-twin |
| Engine power | 21 hp |
| Feed | Manual |
| Setworks | Manual |
| Build | |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Alternatives in this log capacity
For sawyers who want 36 in capacity and a big engine for a fraction of the usual price and accept thin support.
Amazon $3,199For a budget buyer with big logs who wants the most capacity per dollar and can do without warranty cover.
Amazon $3,299.99Compare
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