Any length cycle. Any grapple.
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Madill 172 overview
Find out why the Madill 172 is arguably known as the best tower yarder in the world
Dynamic distances
Operator friendly controls
Reliability when you need it most
Maximised production hours
Dedicated technical support
Your partnership doesn't stop with Madill after you purchase a 172. That's when it starts. Technical support, training and service are all included.
Integration & continuous improvement
We believe in continuous improvement to ensure the machine including smart systems to provide as much value to your operation.
Designed with everyone in mind
Comfort, control & clear visibility
Spending the majority of your day in a cab demands a lot from the cab. From climate control, comfort and visibility - all are essential to provide the best environment or the best operators.
The programmable control system enables the operator to have the button configuration set on their terms.
Production, payoff and a valuable asset
With a Madill 172, you're investing in a future-proofed asset.
With a name that is renown with retaining value, known for reliability and approved by operators as the benchmark standard you reduce the risks of not having the right piece of the equipment for the block, fast depreciation and the inability to find skilled operators.
Accessible, intuitive and simple
With a little more consideration during the design phase of the product manufacturing means, you can save time working on the Madill 172.
We also provide wrap-around support to approved service providers to ensure the machines remain operational and productive.
Balance block management without compromise
Harvesting blocks shouldn't be at the expense of the environment or the bottom line. The Madill 172 enables contractors to have options when it comes to effectively and efficiently harvesting including ZMA's or environmentally sensitive areas.
Madill customers are your customers
When you partner with Madill you access a community of Madill customers who support a product that supports them.
Build a strong relationship with your customers though providing sales, service & support.
Fitting into you current operations
With a range of configurations through 5 drums of rope, tower heights and compatible carriages the Madill 172 is the pinnacle of short to long distance tower yarding around the world.
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Make: |
Detroit |
Model: |
Series 60, 14.0 Litre Tier 3 |
Horsepower: |
450 HP @ 2100 RPM, 28 CFM Compression |
Misc: |
(Available in Tier 3, where applicable) |
Make: |
Allison |
Model: |
4500 OFS – 5 speed forward / 1 speed reverse |
Type: |
Fully automatic (2nd to 5th) with lockup torque converter |
Controls: |
Powershift capability – buttons on joystick shift up / down |
Gears: |
Madill helical cut, induction hardened |
Electrical: |
24 volt 70 amp alternator |
Pumps: |
Single variable flow main pump, separate gear pump for clutch actuation and pilot control. |
Overview: |
D7, 17'8" long x 12'" wide28" double grouser |
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Dimensions: |
17’ 6” x 11’ 8” pitch excavator rail . |
5334 mm x 3556 mm pitch excavator rail |
Pitch: |
8.5” pitch excavator rail |
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Track Roller Count: |
11 per side |
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Track Shoes: |
52 per side, 28.0 ̋ wide..Track rollers: 11 per side Track shoes: 52 per side 711 mm wide |
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Details: |
Heavy duty welded frame, line bored, drum shafts supported by large diameter roller bearings, hydraulic clutches and water cooled brakes for main (skidline), haulback and skyline, main haulback and tag, calliper disk on strawline, graduated tension control via foot treadles and/or ‘yarding control’ hand lever |
Main |
Drum |
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Skyline |
Drum |
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Haulback |
Drum |
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Capacity: |
2,900 ft. of Ø7/8” rope |
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Capacity: |
2,600 ft. of Ø7/8” rope |
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Capacity: |
5,500 ft. of Ø5/8” rope |
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Maximum Pull: |
121,000 lbs |
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Maximum Pull: |
172,000 lbs |
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Maximum Pull: |
124,000 lbs |
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Maximum Speed: |
4,050 fpm |
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Maximum Speed: |
3,230 fpm |
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Maximum Speed: |
4,080 fpm |
Strawline |
Drum |
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Tagline |
Drum |
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Capacity: |
4,480 ft. of Ø3/8” rope |
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Capacity: |
2,300 ft. of Ø1/2” rope |
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Maximum Pull: |
20,000 lbs |
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Maximum Pull: |
24,000 lbs |
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Maximum Speed: |
3,960 fpm |
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Maximum Speed: |
4,210 fpm |
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Entry: |
Side entry |
Climate Control: |
53,500 BTU heater33,000 BTU air conditioner |
Yarding Controls: |
Electric over air/hydraulic |
Windows: |
High-visibility glass left hand side window with external guarding, glass front window with external guarding. All other windows in Lexan and backup bars. |
Wipers: |
Dual windshield wipers |
Breakdown: |
Hydraulic tilting riser cab for transportation |
In-cab controls: |
High temperature, low level sensors, alarms and gauges |
Tilt: |
Hydraulic side-tilt |
Seat: |
Grammar seat with armrest controls |
Communication: |
SIRIUS satellite radio module and antenna |
Guylines (5) Capacity: |
5 |
Guylines (5) Capacity: |
76.2m of 43mm single part |
Capacity: |
250 ft 1/8” single part |
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Maximum Pull: |
8,500 lbs |
3.9 Ton |
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Maximum Speed: |
165 ft/min. |
50 m ./min. |
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Tower: |
72’ telescoping and tilting with hydraulic cylinders, 3 swiveling fairleads |
72’ telescoping and tilting with hydraulic cylinders, 3 swiveling fairleads |
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House Guards: |
Formed front guards left and right |
Fuel Tank: |
500 U.S. gallon fuel capacity |
Shipping Weight: |
110,500 lbs (approx) (no lines, 100 gallons of fuel) |
Single variable flow main pump, separate gear pump for clutch actuation and pilot control.
24-volt 70-amp alternator
Formed front guards right and left
110,500 lbs (approx) (No lines, 100 gallons fuel)..49.9 Ton (approx) (No lines, 400 litres of fuel)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Most of our distributors can provide a range of payment options for their own products or a third parties product’s offering, including outright purchase to leasing. Please discuss with your nearest distributor to find the payment terms that suit you best.
Madill 172B Tower Yarders come with a XX months/XXX hours warranty.
Yes, we offer lease-to-own and finance options. For detailed information, please consult your sales representative.
Absolutely, comprehensive training will be provided during the commissioning of the machine. Additional specific training can also be arranged upon request. We ensure you're fully confident in operating the Madill 172B Tower Yarder before completing the training.
Sales of new Madill machines are conducted through the authorized distributor network. Please see our Distributor network here.
Yes, all necessary parts and components for the Madill 172B Tower Yarder are stocked and available through DC Equipment approved distributors.
We have dedicated service team members across the country, complemented by technical support to ensure your operations run smoothly without stress.
Our global service network includes well-trained service technicians supported by a technical team in New Zealand, ensuring effective technical assistance for your operations worldwide.