When the trees get bigger, so does the ELTEC 317 Series harvester, designed to meet the demands of a 7-day-a-week work schedule. Whether used for selective harvesting or final felling, this machine is powered by an industry-leading, fuel-efficient engine and an enhanced hydraulic system, tailored to the needs of forestry work.

The ELTEC 317 Series offers superior stability with its long wheelbase and additional counterweight. The boom system allows the operator to extend and retract the boom on a horizontal plane with ease, using a single joystick.

We manufacture the 317 Series with well-engineered structures and the highest quality materials available, ensuring a durable machine with an excellent capacity-to-weight ratio. It is available in either a harvester or buncher configuration, complete with boom and arm options tailored to customer requirements and dedicated hydraulics tuned for any head on the market today.

The soundproof and insulated cab is equipped with a highly adjustable heated seat with pneumatic suspension, and the full-height 32mm (1.25’’) polycarbonate window provides an unparalleled view of the work area. The cab also features a high-capacity, integrated HVAC system with multiple adjustable airflows for superior comfort. An audio system integration is also available, with optional/adjustable control configurations for connected and external devices.

The spacious engine compartment with steel catwalks is designed for easy service and maintenance. The hood is transformed into a platform for component service and maintenance, and the filtration system, batteries, and other critical components are all easily accessible.

Our clients can attest that the ELTEC 317 Series is a highly productive, reliable machine with great operator comfort and convenience.

The Cummins L9 Stage V engine powers all our B-series machines.  These engines come with across the board improvements including a waste gate turbo system, EGR has been eliminated and has a single Diesel Exhaust Fluid/Selective Catalytic Reduction (DEF/SCR) system.  These improvements reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency from our lower tiered engine options.

In the B-Series, visibility in the cab has increased enabling the operator to have an even wider field of vision in any direction.  Three emergency exits have been even better engineered to further assure operator safety and improving daily functional use.

The geometry of the boom & stick has also been improved to accommodate Eltec’s proprietary hydraulic Flow Recovery System – FRS^TM and provide further protection to the hydraulic hoses and fittings.

Central control system programming has improved presets and more intuitive interface making it easier for operators to dial in the settings to their preferences.

The outer shape of the engine cap has been redesigned to reduce debris accumulation and prevent it from entering engine compartment.

The spacious engine compartment, with its steel catwalks, is designed to simplify servicing and maintenance. Side-by-side hydraulic oil cooler, radiator, and charged air cooler plus AC condensers are located for fast and easy service access.

Together, all our improvements to our B-series machines in combination with the Cummins L9 engine create a very noticeable increase in fuel efficiency which will of course vary by operator, harvest method and terrain.