The cylinder and wedge come attached to the beam but that is about it. Everything else pretty much needs to be assembled. The pump comes mounted on the motor but that is about it.
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NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter, 37-Ton, 270cc Honda GX270 Engine

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- Honda commercial GX270 series engine with cast iron cylinder sleeve, low oil shutdown and steel fuel tank
- American-made pump and Brand valve
- Splits logs up to 25in.L x 16in. dia.
- NorthStar hydraulic cylinder with premium Halite seals
- Auto throttle control to save fuel, reduce noise and prolong engine life
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The premium hydraulic system is protected by a quad filtering system that uses 4 different components to protect the hydraulic system from contaminants. Large hydraulic oil reservoir allows fluid to cool, reducing wear and allowing fluid to last longer. Slide-action self-leveling pivot makes it simple to switch between horizontal and vertical split. Designed to be easy to use in both orientations. Some assembly required.
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- (1) NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter
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Ultimate Performance
Handles the Toughest Jobs
You'll never have an easier time tackling the toughest splitting jobs than you will with this NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter. It has a Concentric™ hydraulic pump that can sense when it is or isn't piercing a log and automatically adjusts flow and pressure accordingly, reducing travel time and increasing productivity.
Rugged and Easy to Maneuver
We know that there are times in life when you're going to have to go where the work is. The NorthStar Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter has a two-inch ball coupler, an adjustable jack with oversized wheel, high-speed tires and fenders to make getting to and from the woodpile quick and easy.
Fuel-Efficient, High Output Honda Engine
When it comes to small engines, there aren't any names better than Honda. That's why we put a Honda GX270 engine on our log splitter. This engine packs a punch and has an exclusive idle down feature that saves fuel and reduces noise while you load the next log. Lower noise levels, lower vibration and lower emissions. Its design gives you better fuel economy.
Superior Engineering
Built to be the Best
At NorthStar, we think our log splitters are better than the sum of their parts. When you take a look at the high-quality components in our log splitters, that's really saying something. We use a two-stage Concentric pump that can deliver the same amount of pressure as a single-stage pump, but uses less horsepower. That saves the engine from wear and tear and keeps you splitting longer. That's what we call precision engineering.
Premium Hydraulic Filtration
We know how much you rely on your equipment working properly. That's why we gave the Horizontal/Vertical Log Splitter an exclusive premium Quad Filtration System. This system uses a four-step process to protect and prolong the life of the log splitter's hydraulic system components. These components include a 100 mesh suction strainer pre-filter, a 40 micron breather, and a 10 micron return line filter that can removes particles that are smaller than a human eye can see. The magnetic drain plug and tank baffling attract metal shavings and particles, preventing them from flowing through the hydraulic system.
Fully Equipped
When you get a NorthStar log splitter, you know you're getting a tool you can rely on. The backbone of this log splitter is a durable, long-lasting industrial-grade I-beam. To make your job easier, the log splitter has bolt-on cradles that centers logs on the wedge and prevents them from rolling off the beam. When you need to split a log that is too large to lift onto the beam, converting to vertical splitting is as easy as pulling a pin.
Proven Quality
Unparalleled Testing
No one builds better log splitters and no one tests log splitters more than Northern Tool + Equipment engineers. We put each NorthStar log splitter component through a series of extensive, real-world procedures in our Faribault, MN, testing facility and in the field. Before you put your log splitter to the test for the first time, you can feel confident that we already have.
Setting the Standard for Over 30 Years
From the very beginning, our goal was simple: Build the best log splitters on the market. The result—NorthStar log splitters outclass the competition in every category: quality, performance, reliability and value. NorthStar has set the standard for over three decades. Professionals and do-it-yourselfers trust the superior quality of NorthStar to get the job done right the first time, every time.
The NorthStar Advantage
Dependable Warranty
NorthStar log splitters are built to last. To give you extra peace of mind, we stand behind our product with a 4-year consumer limited warranty, 1 year commercial limited warranty, and 3 year Honda GX engine warranty.
Guaranteed Satisfaction
Shop in complete confidence, knowing Northern Tool + Equipment protects your investment and is ready to provide you with the assistance and helpful resources you need.
Superior Service and Support
Should you ever need service or support, NorthStar's field-trained technical staff is ready to help, only a phone call or email away. For convenience, our professional in-store service department performs all repairs on site. Replacement parts are stocked at our Northern Tool + Equipment warehouse and ready to ship the same day your order is received.
Features + Benefits

- Honda commercial GX270 series engine with cast iron cylinder sleeve, low oil shutdown and steel fuel tank
- American-made pump and Brand valve
- Splits logs up to 25in.L x 16in. dia.
- NorthStar hydraulic cylinder with premium Halite seals
- Auto throttle control to save fuel, reduce noise and prolong engine life
- Includes patented wedge system with log stripper to clear logs from retracting wedge
- Engine guard protects against falling logs and debris
- Heavy-duty log tables prevent logs from rolling off when split
- Adjustable jack with oversized wheels and 2in. coupler
- Heavy-duty steel-reinforced hose
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
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item# | 1131 |
Brand | NorthStar |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 4 year limited warranty |
Ship Weight | 625.0 LB |
Product Type | Gas |
Ram Force | 37 Tons |
Max. Log Diameter | 16 in |
Max. Log Length | 25 in |
Continuous Force | 34.3 Tons |
| Attribute | Specification |
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Engine Brand | Honda |
Engine Model | GX270 |
Engine Displacement | 270 cc |
Cycle Time | 14 sec. |
Tire Size | 8 in |
Splitter Orientation | Horizontal |
Wheels | Yes |
Product Weight | 735.0000 lb |
Dimensions L x W x H (in.) | 90.0 x 45.0 x 45.0 in |
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· 12 years ago
assembly
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sparrowfaith· 8 years ago
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Tanglewood· 8 years ago
It took me four hours, just tedious not hard. A helper may have cut the time down to three hours.
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Jay1966· 12 years ago
a good deal, you will need at least two people and 4 - 5 good hours to assemble.
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NorthstarExpert30· 12 years ago
This Northstar 37 Ton splitter would take approximately 4 hours to completely assemble. Two people would be recommended to handle the heavy parts.
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· 8 years ago
What are the limitations when towing over the road for 100 miles?
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Rocky Reavis· 4 years ago
I load mine on a utility trailer if I have very far to go.
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sparrowfaith· 8 years ago
It says max speed 45 mph.
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NorthstarExpert10· 8 years ago
Towing the unit above 45 MPH is not recommended. Be certain to avoid bumps and rough roads if possible as the wheels do not have a suspension system.
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· 8 years ago
1131 vs 1118
I'm trying to understand the difference between this guy (1131) and model 1118. Both are 37 ton, same cylinder and same travel time, and same hydraulic pressure, but the 1118 has a much larger motor. Why? Is the 1131 underpowered?
Also, are the larger tires and tail lights worth $800 difference?
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Captron4601· 8 years ago
I've got the version with the smaller GX270 engine and I have not found anything it won't split. Oak, pecan, mesquite - everything. Don't know why you'd need more engine. Given the difference in price, I'd choose the 270cc again. We've split chunks of logs too large for me lift so we loaded them into the front end loader to lift them to the ram table and the machine had no trouble splitting them. Probably 24-28 inch diameter sections of tree trunk. We usually keep our splitter on the farm but I have taken it to a friend's place 45 miles away and it pulled OK there and back. I don't know why you'd need larger tires unless you were on the road with it much of the time.
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NorthstarExpert7· 8 years ago
Item 1118 features a larger Honda GX engine, along with a higher torque rating, torsion suspension axle, larger oil reservoir, larger tires and tail lights. I have included a link to item 1118 below.
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· 8 years ago
Is this unit available with electric starter option?
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DouglasB· 8 years ago
I don't believe so. However, the Honda engine pulls easy and starts on the first pull.
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NorthstarExpert12· 8 years ago
This log splitter has a recoil start engine. At this time, Northern Tool does not offer this log splitter with an electric start option.
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· 10 years ago
What is the HP on the engine?
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Phartacus· 9 years ago
8.4 hp
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NorthstarExpert11· 9 years ago
The engine on this log splitter has an approximate horsepower rating of 8.4.
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· 4 months ago
How much does it weigh
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NorthstarExpert12· 4 months ago
The dry weight of this log splitter is 565 lbs.
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· 4 months ago
can you get a wheel kit for this splitter/? if so how much? what is the part number to order.
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NorthstarExpert12· 4 months ago
The replacement tires are part #791875. The Jack is part #791311. These and other parts can be purchased through our sister company, Jacks Small Engines. Please visit www.JacksSmallEngines.com for pricing and availability.
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· 5 months ago
Does the splitter control lever operator hose swivel
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NorthstarExpert12· 5 months ago
The valve to cylinder fitting does have a swivel elbow.
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· 6 months ago
I need a control valve for my 37 ton north star log splitter
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NorthstarExpert12· 6 months ago
The control valve, part #791869, can be purchased through our sister company, Jacks Small Engines. Please visit www.JacksSmallEngines.com for pricing and availability.
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· 6 months ago
The product description says maximum 25" diameter log. That seems small for a 37 Ton splitter. Other products of this size have a maximum of 30" Is there any more information about this?
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NorthstarExpert12· 6 months ago
This log splitter is is approved to split a log up to 25" long x 16" in diameter. This limitation comes from the wedge size which is 8.5" high.
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