Grease the grapple
Grapple pins and rotators wear fast without grease.
Truck-mounted units
Loaders on log trucks share the truck’s power; follow both makers’ guidance.
FORESTRY AND PROPERTY EQUIPMENT
Log loader and knuckleboom fluids and lubricants.
Hydraulic oil, swing gearbox oil, engine oil, and grease for trailer-mounted and track log loaders.
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Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the log loader and knuckleboom maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Hydraulics
Match the type and grade; cold climates may need multi-viscosity fluid where permitted.
Hydraulic & tractor fluids
ISO 46 Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil
ISO 46 Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
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Hydraulic & tractor fluids
ISO 46 Multi-Viscosity Hydraulic Oil
ISO 46 Multi-Viscosity Hydraulic Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Swing drive and engine
Swing gearboxes and power units follow their makers.
Gear oil
80W-140 Long Life Gear Lube
80W-140 Long Life Gear Lube for compatible differentials and gear assemblies.
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Diesel oil
Signature Series 15W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil
15W-40 Signature Series Max-Duty synthetic diesel oil for compatible diesel engines in demanding service.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Boom and grapple
Many pins; grease daily.
Grease & assembly lube
NLGI #2 Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease
NLGI #2 polymeric off-road grease for compatible equipment components in demanding earthmoving and agricultural service.
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Grease & assembly lube
Synthetic Water-Resistant Grease
A synthetic grease for compatible components exposed to water, including boat trailers and powersports equipment.
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Ready to order, or have a question first?
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What hydraulic oil goes in a log loader?
The type and grade the loader maker lists.
How often should loader pins be greased?
On the maker’s schedule, often daily.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.
Industries that use this equipment
More forestry and property equipment
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Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]