Product Description
Not everyone needs the fastest machine on the market — sometimes you just need a reliable, powerful wood splitter that handles serious logs without breaking the bank. The DK2 OPS227 delivers 27 tons of hydraulic splitting force with a 6.5HP Kohler SH265 engine, handles logs up to 25.5 inches long and 19.6 inches in diameter, and folds 90 degrees for vertical splitting when you need to tackle large rounds without lifting them onto the beam.
The 13-second cycle time is smooth and consistent, driven by a two-stage 15 GPM hydraulic pump with a 6.5-gallon fluid capacity and a 10-micron hydraulic oil filter with NBR seals — a level of filtration detail most splitters in this class skip entirely. The 8-inch heat-treated steel wedge and auto-retract valve with adjustable detent keep every split clean and every cycle consistent from the first log to the last.
D.O.T. approved 16-inch 4.80-8 road tires on a 37-inch wheelbase and a 2-inch ball coupler with safety chains make this machine easy to move around your property — just not highway towable, with a maximum speed of 25 MPH for off-road and private property use.
EPA Phase III and CARB Phase III certified — compliant in all 50 states including California.
Ideal For: Homeowners, hobby farmers, and small firewood producers who need a dependable 27-ton horizontal and vertical log splitter with Kohler reliability, solid hydraulic filtration, and the ability to handle large diameter logs without a large commercial price tag.
Key Features
▪ 27-Ton Hydraulic Splitting Force — Powers through logs up to 19.6 inches in diameter including dense hardwood and large rounds
▪ 6.5HP Kohler SH265 Engine — Reliable, proven Kohler commercial engine with 10.2 ft/lb maximum torque
▪ Horizontal & Vertical Operation — Folds 90 degrees upward for vertical splitting — no lifting heavy rounds onto the beam needed
▪ 13-Second Cycle Time — Smooth, consistent hydraulic cycle driven by a two-stage 15 GPM pump
▪ 10-Micron Hydraulic Oil Filter — Premium paper filter with NBR seals protects the hydraulic system from contaminants — a detail most splitters in this class skip
▪ 8-Inch Heat-Treated Steel Wedge — Clean, consistent splits on every stroke with auto-retract valve and adjustable detent
▪ 6.5-Gallon Hydraulic Fluid Capacity — Large enough to maintain consistent performance through extended splitting sessions
▪ D.O.T. Approved 16-Inch Road Tires — 4.80-8 tires on a 37-inch wheelbase for easy property movement
▪ 2-Inch Ball Coupler with Safety Chains — Easy hookup for moving around the property — max 25 MPH, not highway towable
▪ EPA Phase III & CARB Phase III Certified — Compliant in all 50 states including California
▪ 2-Year Kohler Engine Warranty — Kohler's own 2-year warranty backs the engine on top of the 1-year chassis warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
DK2 |
| Engine |
Kohler SH265, 6.5HP, 196CC |
| Max Engine Torque |
10.2 ft/lb (13.8 Nm) |
| Splitting Force |
27 Ton |
| Cycle Time |
13 Seconds |
| Max Log Length |
25.5 in. (64.7 cm) |
| Max Log Diameter |
19.6 in. (49.8 cm) |
| Wedge |
8 in. Heat-Treated Steel |
| Valve |
Auto-Retract with Adjustable Detent |
| Hydraulic Cylinder |
4 x 24 in. |
| Hydraulic Flow Rate |
15 GPM |
| Hydraulic Oil Capacity |
6.5 Gallons |
| Hydraulic Oil Filter |
10-Micron Paper with NBR Seals |
| Hydraulic Oil Type |
AW32/AW46 |
| Beam |
8 in. |
| Wheelbase |
37 in. |
| Tires |
D.O.T. 4.80-8, 16 in. |
| Coupler |
2 in. Ball with Safety Chains |
| Max Speed |
25 MPH — Not Highway Towable |
| Material |
Steel, UV Powder-Coated |
| Color |
Black & Orange |
| Certifications |
EPA Phase III, CARB Phase III |
| Assembled Dimensions (L x W x H) |
87.4 x 49.2 x 35.8 in. |
| Assembled Weight |
507 lbs (230 kg) |
| Engine Warranty |
2-Year Kohler |
| Chassis Warranty |
1-Year Limited DK2 |
What's Included
▪ DK2 OPS227 27-Ton Hydraulic Log Splitter (fully assembled) ▪ Operator Manual
Need a dependable 27-ton wood splitter that handles large diameter logs in both horizontal and vertical positions without the cost of a commercial machine? The DK2 OPS227 delivers Kohler reliability and solid hydraulic performance — backed by a 2-year Kohler engine warranty and 1-year chassis warranty. Add it to your equipment today.
