Production Analysis of the Bitterroot Yarder in Colorado

Author: Lynch, Dennis L.1

Source: Western Journal of Applied Forestry, Volume 1, Number 1, 1 January 1986 , pp. 22-25(4)

Publisher: Society of American Foresters

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Abstract:

The Bitterroot Miniyarder was analyzed for productivity during demonstrations on Colorado's Front Range. The yarder was operated in both single-span and multi-span configurations and averaged 13.25 cords/day and 12.21 cords/day, respectively. Environmental damage was minimal, and areas not accessible to ground skidding were logged. The yarder lost horsepower at higher elevations, which reduced its potential effectiveness. Estimated productive hourly cost was $34.43, which translates to a cost of $28.42 per cord at an average production rate of 12.7 cords per day. West. J. Appl. For. 1:22-25, Jan. 1986.

Document Type: Journal article

Affiliations: 1: Department of Forest and Wood Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523

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