Patent ID: 7234605
Filing Date: 2007-06-26
Classification: B66C

Abstract:
1. A grappling carriage adapted to be run by an operator and lift a bundle of logs in a logging operation from the field to a landing area, the grappling carriage comprising: a. an upper carriage assembly comprising: b. a grapple assembly comprising first and second grapple legs having interior surfaces adapted to engage the bundle of logs in a logging operation pivotally connected to a grapple body, the grapple assembly having a center of gravity positioned directly under the upper carriage assembly and further comprising: c. a control system adapted to receive signals from the operator to adjust the first and second grapple legs and rotation of the grapple assembly with respect to the upper carriage assembly, d. whereas the grappling carriage is sufficiently lightweight to operate in logging cable topographies comprising from one or more of the following a haul back, skyline or running skyline arrangement.