-compact, heavy duty & versatile

- Low friction

Maximized production through low friction

LF stands for the low friction that occurs between the trunk and the harvester head in the LF series.

LF minimizes the friction between the trunk and the harvester head during feeding which maximizes the perfor-
mance and production of the harvester head. The low friction also minimizes fibre damage, harvester head
wear as well as fuel consumption on the carrier.

Besides low friction the LF series harvester heads are also known for their high capacity / weight ratio as well
as their compact and nimble design that makes them very easy to maneuver in dense stands.

LF consists of four smart systems and solutions all contributing to minimized friction and maximized production.

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 - Low friction

1. Proportionally angled feed rollers

The feed roller suspension provides more angle
and carry force the larger the tree size. Thanks to
this design the knife pressure can be kept very
low also when harvesting large size timber. This
results in lower friction and a faster and more
productive harvester head.

2. Proportional pressure
The proportional pressure ensures that the
harvester head automatically is working with the
perfect pressure in relation to the tree size being
processed at the time. This results in high-speed
feeding, low wear on the harvester head as well
as low fuel consumption on the carrier. The
proportional pressure can be optimized for
different species and conditions for minimum fibre
damage and maximum productivity.

3. LogHold
This SP patent ensures that the proportional pressure of the delimbing knives can be reduced to an absolute
minimum without risk of dropping the tree. If LogHold detects that the trunk is about to fall out of the harvester
head it reacts instantly by regulating the pressures of the harvester head to such a level that the tree is back
to the optimum position again. LogHold is easily set up in the computer system and can be optimized for
different species and conditions for minimum fibre damage and maximum productivity.
LogHold is integrated in the SP harvester head software and does not need any additional sensors or encoders.

4. Knife edges
The delimbing knives are cast in high strength
steel and equipped with long and perfectly
designed cutting edges. The design of the long
cutting edges ensures that the limbs are smoothly
cut and not broken off. This minimizes the
friction during feeding and gives a perfect
delimbing result.

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The SP 761 LF is a compact and heavy duty, high performance harvester head. It is designed according to
SP´s Low Friction principle for minimum friction and maximum speed and productivity. The high capacity in
combination with the compact, protected and heavy duty design makes the SP 761 LF able to handle a variety
of different demanding harvesting applications with great performance. Regardless if the task at hand is
harvesting of large diameter soft wood, crooked and limby hardwood or dense mixed wood stands, you can
count on the SP 761 LF to get the job done. Equipped with the optional processing knives and topping saw
the SP 761 LF becomes a dedicated processing head with great performance processing decked wood out of
a pile. The SP 761 LF is well suited for working on both larger wheel based harvesters as well as tracked
harvesters and excavator carriers. The SP 761 LF truly is compact, heavy duty & versatile.
The SP 761 LF reaches top performance in stands with a diameter of 25 to 50 cm (10 - 20”) bhd, but is
thanks to the LF principle also capable of efficiently working with larger tree sizes.

Thanks to the patented LogHold system in combination with perfect delimbing characteristics, great measuring accuracy
and extraordinary power, the SP 761 LF produces perfect quality logs while maintaining both speed and productivity.

The powerful and fully automatic saw unit SuperCut Thanks to a very neat and protected hose routing and
100 in combination with SP´s QuickCut system placement of components, the SP 761 LF offers
ensures fast and efficient cutting. unrivaled reliability and maximizes uptime.
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Fixed top knife, cast in high strength steel The SP 761 LF is equipped with expander pins
for highest durability and longevity. throughout the head for maximized strength,
longevity and minimum need for maintenance.

Thanks to the unique frame design

with cast center piece, the number of The three heavy duty wrap around
different frame plates has been mini- knives are cast in high strength steel
mized. Together with the fact that the for highest durability and longevity.
complete frame is machined after
welding gives a very robust and torsion
resistant frame with a perfect fit and a
minimum of tension, resulting in
highest possible durability
and longevity.

The feed rollers provide more carrying

force the larger the tree. This minimizes
the friction and results in faster and
more productive harvester head.
The length measuring unit is controlled by
a hydraulic cylinder. In combination with
the large movement of the measuring unit
out from the frame this ensures perfect
measuring results also on crooked and
bumpy stems. The length measuring wheel
is equipped with a heavy duty bearing for
highest durability and longevity.

The fixed knife integrated in the saw The cutting device is the robust and fully automatic Hultdins
box helps with the delimbing of the Supercut 100 with integrated chain lubrication and hydraulic
lower part of the tree when positioning tensioning of the chain. 32 cc saw motor in combination
the head for the felling. with QuickCut ensures a fast and efficient cutting.

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Extremely robust and torsion resistant tilt frame. Tilt cylinders are placed inside the tilt frame and
Dampers on both tilt up and down adapters and hoses are placed behind the
minimizes vibrations and wear. Protection plate cylinders for optimum protection and longevity.
for hoses and adapters inside tilt frame.

The hydraulic valve bank is

the very reliable Parker
L90/K220. The valve bank has
very high hydraulic efficiency
which minimizes energy losses
and the build up of heat in the Robust valve cover with hinges for
hydraulic system. Together fast and easy maintenance. The
with the patented system tight fit prevents packing of snow,
LogHold and the proportional dirt and debris.
pressure system this makes
the SP 761 LF a very fast,
productive and fuel efficient
harvester head.

The SP 761 LF offers

The diameter measuring is linked
hose routing that is both well
to the upper knives for optimal
protected and easily maintained.
accuracy. The encoders are moun-
The feed motor hoses are placed
ted in completely sealed off steel
on top of the motor arm and
housings placed inside the frame
completely protected by robust
for best protection and longevity.
covers for longest possible life
time and a minimum of
down time.
The delimbing knives are equipped with long and
Feed motors are Poclain piston motors known perfectly designed cutting edges. This ensures that
for their high reliability and good starting torque. the limbs are smoothly cut and not broken off. This
Different feed motor sizes are available for minimizes the friction during the feeding and gives a
optimization of different operations and carriers. perfect delimbing result.

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Technical data and recommendations
Hydraulics Metric Imperial
Min. pump capacity 250 l/min 66 gpm
Max. working pressure 30 MPa 4350 psi
Feeding
Proportional and self regulating clamping pressure of the feed rollers according to tree size Individual settings
for different species for optimum performance.
Feed motors 627 - 1248 cc 41.9 - 76.2 cui cui
Max feed roller opening 700 mm 28”
Feed speed 0-6 m/s 0-20 ft/s
Max feed force 45 kN 10116 lbf
Proportional pressure Yes Yes
Felling / Cutting
The SuperCut 100 is a very robust and powerful saw unit with integrated chain lubrication and automatic
hydraulic tensioning of the chain. Together with SP´s QuickCut this ensures an optimized cutting time and a
minimized risk of cutting cracks.
Cutting diameter 800 mm 32”
Chain speed 40 m/s 131 ft/s
Saw motor 32 cc 1.9 cui
Saw unit SUPERCUT 100 SUPERCUT 100
QuickCut Yes Yes
Top saw (option)
Cutting diameter 380 mm 15.2”
Chain speed 40 m/s 131 ft/s
Saw motor 20 CC 1.22 cui
Saw unit JPS JPS
Delimbing
Proportional and self regulating pressure on delimbing knives according to tree size. Individual settings for
different species for optimum performance.
Movable knives 3 3
Fixed knives 2 2
Delimbing dia. tip to tip 510 mm 20.4”
Delimbing dia. incl. lower knife 550 mm 22”
Minimum delimbing diameter 40 mm 1.4”
Proportional pressure Yes Yes
LogHold Yes Yes
Weight & dimensions
In spite of its large timber handling capacity the SP 761 LF has a minimum width of only 1400mm which
makes it suitable for more than just large diameter cuttings.
Width closed 1340 mm 52,8”
Width open 1950 mm 76.8”
Height 1880 mm 74”
Height with top saw 2050 mm 80.7”
Weight 1710 kg 3770 lbs
Weight with top saw 1870 kg 4123 lbs

Recomendations
The SP 761 LF can be installed on large wheel based forestry machines, excavators in the 20-30 ton range as
well as medium to large purpose built tracked harvesters.
Optimum tree size dhb*: 25-50 cm 10-20”
Max. rec. tree size dbh*: 55 cm 22”
* Diameter breast height, measured 1.3 m up from the ground.
SP 761 LF - Optional equipment
The SP 761 LF has a very high level of standard equipment. However a number of different options are available
for being able to optimize the harvester head for different applications, requirements, carriers and conditions.
The below list contains the most common options. For more information please contact your nearest SP dealer.

Color marking SUPERMARK

This equipment is used for making the forwarding easier when
the qualities/lengths are very similar to each other and diffic-
ult to spot with eye sight. As the saw bar cuts through the
stem SUPERMARK sprays a color on the cutting area,
marking it with a specific color corresponding to the parti- Colour tanks on tilt frame Marking unit in saw box
cular length/quality. By combining the two colors it is
possible to mark up to 3 different qualities

Top saw
The top saw is a very useful option in many applications, for example
when harvesting heavy limbed hardwood, storm timber with broken
tops or when topping trees in a full tree length operation. The top
saw unit on the SP 761 LF is integrated in the frame making it very
compact and robust.

Processing knives
The processing knives have a special design with extended and rounded tips, ensuring a fast and efficient
picking of logs when for example processing decked wood out of a pile.

Hydraulic motors
In order to optimize the SP 761 LF for different carriers, species and conditions there are several different
motor sizes to choose from. Do you need maximum speed, torque or a good mix?

Feed rollers
In order to optimize the SP 761 LF
for different species and conditions
there are various types of feed
Eucalyptus Finnskog Mense Mense Moipu Skeleton
rollers available to choose from. aggressive standard

Find end sensor

Makes operations in pre felled woods easier and more productive. With
the find end sensor the harvester head reverses down to the root end of
the stem, stops and sets the length to zero, all with the press of one button.
Complete measuring system
The SP 761 LF can be supplied with one of the following three
complete versions of the measuring system Dasa5. For a detailed
description on the Dasa5 systems please see separate brochure.

Preparation for measuring systems

The SP 761 LF can be supplied prepared for machines
equipped with any of the following measuring systems:
Dasa4 - Dasa5 - Valmet MAXI - JohnDeere Timbermatic
300/3000/H09 - Dasa Forester

Other options
Rotators - Swing dampers - Joysticks - Parts kits
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