Westtech CS800 Dual Grip Grapple Saw
Westtech Woodcracker CS800 Dual Grip Grapple Saw — Now Working for Herbert Transport in Edendale
We're proud to share this footage of the Westtech Woodcracker CS800 Dual Grip Grapple Saw we've recently installed for Herberts Transport,
based in Edendale. It's already proving its worth out in the field, and watching it work makes it easy to see why this machine stands out
from the crowd.
The CS800 is engineered for demanding, real-world conditions — the kind of uneven, awkward timber that New Zealand's forestry and land-clearing environments throw at operators every day. Here's what makes it exceptional.
Dual Gripping Arms — Control When It Counts
The CS800's two independent gripping arms are a game-changer when working with uneven or irregularly shaped trees. Rather than relying on a single grip point, the dual independent arms clamp the stem from two positions simultaneously, giving the operator confident, secure control even when the timber isn't sitting perfectly. Leaning trees, off-centre logs, and awkward stems are held firmly in place throughout the cut — reducing movement, improving safety, and getting the job done cleanly the first time.
800mm Single Cut Capacity — Big Timber, No Problem
The headline spec says it all: the CS800 can cut through stems up to 800mm in diameter in a single pass. That's serious cut capacity that puts large-diameter trees — mature pines, big eucalyptus, oversized natives — well within reach without repositioning or multiple attempts. Less time per tree, more output per day.
Dual Drive Worm Rotation — Incredible Torque
Where the CS800 really impresses is in its rotation system. Running a dual drive worm gear setup, this machine delivers extraordinary torque at the rotator head. Worm drives are renowned in engineering for their exceptional mechanical advantage, and with two working in tandem, the CS800 can rotate heavy, unbalanced loads with precision and power that other systems simply can't match. Logs end up exactly where the operator intends — every time.
Congratulations to Scott and the team at Herberts Transport on a great addition to their fleet. We look forward to seeing plenty more impressive work coming out of Edendale.
Interested in the Westtech CS800 or the wider Woodcracker range for your operation? Get in touch with the Fennex team — we're here to help you find the right fit.
