32 Inch Serrated Claw Hook Log Lifting Tongs - Heavy Duty Log Grapple

In this review the 32 in 2 Serrated Claw Hook Log Lifting Tongs are assessed for people who handle large timber and need a simple, mechanical gripping solution. The bottom line: these tongs deliver a strong, nonpowered grip on heavy logs thanks to serrated, eagle-claw style jaws and a wide opening capacity, making them useful for farmers, loggers and landowners who need to drag, lift or reposition poles and logs without complex equipment.

Key Features

• Durable steel construction: The serrated jaws are made of rust-resistant steel to resist warping and hold up under repeated gripping tasks.
• Eagle claw shape: Curved, serrated jaws mimic an eagle's claw to produce a firmer bite that reduces slippage when lifting round wood.
• Large opening capacity: The tongs open to about 20 in and can accommodate larger-than-typical logs for flexible field use.
• High load capability: Rated to handle extremely heavy loads (up to the specified 1500kg/3306 lb), which suits demanding material handling jobs.
• Simple hookup and operation: An upper hook accepts wire rope, cable or chain while dual handles let two operators open and close the tongs safely.
• Versatile applications: Designed for use with tractors, skidders, towing rigs and beach carts to grab, drag or lift poles and logs.

Who It's For

The tongs are best for small-scale loggers, landowners, farmers and equipment operators who need a low-tech, heavy-duty tool to move timber without a powered grapple. If you frequently handle round wood, fence posts or fallen trees and already work with cables, tractors or skidders, these tongs can integrate easily into your existing rig.

Those who should look elsewhere include people who require precise placement or very frequent repetitive lifts where a hydraulic grapple would be safer and faster, and anyone needing a fully certified lifting device for overhead hoisting of personnel or regulated industrial lifts.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Strong serrated jaws produce a reliable grip on round and irregular logs.
• Wide opening and high load capacity make it suitable for large, heavy timber.
• Simple hookup and manual operation allow use with common cables, chains and farm equipment.

Cons

• Build quality reports are mixed; some users note the metal can bend under extreme abuse, so heavy use demands careful inspection.

Specifications

Product type	Log lifting tongs / grapple
Overall length	32 in
Opening capacity	Up to 20 in (actual size a little larger)
Maximum load	Up to 1500kg / 3306 lb
Material	Durable, rust-resistant steel
Operation	Hook to wire rope, cable or chain; manual handles to open/close

Our Verdict

The 32 in serrated claw log lifting tongs are a practical, value-oriented tool for moving large logs without hydraulic equipment; they combine a secure eagle-claw style bite with a large opening and high load capacity. For landowners and equipment operators who need a rugged, low-tech grapple to integrate with cables or tractors, this is a sensible purchase, though buyers should inspect components if they expect sustained, heavy-duty use.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you attach these tongs?
Attach the upper hook to a wire rope, cable or chain and use the side handles to open and close the jaws around the log.

What size logs will it handle?
The jaws open to about 20 in and the design accommodates slightly larger sizes, suitable for most large logs and poles.

Are these suitable for overhead lifting?
They are intended for handling, dragging and carrying logs; for regulated overhead hoisting or lifting personnel, use certified lifting gear instead.