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An adequate sized garden tractor is also more maneuverable than an atv imo. Especially with a trailer. Sharper turning, better backing etc.
An appropriately sized trailer for the tractor and the conditions is the key to productivity. Too small and you waste time making trips. Too large and you can end up in precarious positions. If you are working on firm, reasonably level ground, a small tractor can move a cord of wood around. If you are working on substantial inclines, its a good rule of thumb to not have your trailer weight exceed you tractor weight.
If you are working on soft ground...have large tires. But not necessarily"flotation" tires. Pickup truck tires or implement tires are better because they are easier rolling, especially when loaded. Larger diameter is much better because they not only aid in giving a bigger footprint, but give you a better angle of approach for climbing over obstacles and out of ruts. Small tires are for toys.
The OP mentioned his trailer and his wagon. IMO, these are both toys. Build a trailer with at least double the capacity, put some used auto tires on it and go to town. You don't really need spring suspension unless you log a lot of hiway miles. A bed 3-4' wide and 6-9' long and sides 24-42" high. Another benefit of larger diameter wheels is a better ride. This will be small enough to maneuver in tight woods and big enough for a relatively substantial load. Your tractor should handle it fine.
I'm sure log arches have their practical uses...like if you are actually after logs. But for getting firewood, they seem like another excuse to waste time farting around. All depends on what your real objective is.
An appropriately sized trailer for the tractor and the conditions is the key to productivity. Too small and you waste time making trips. Too large and you can end up in precarious positions. If you are working on firm, reasonably level ground, a small tractor can move a cord of wood around. If you are working on substantial inclines, its a good rule of thumb to not have your trailer weight exceed you tractor weight.
If you are working on soft ground...have large tires. But not necessarily"flotation" tires. Pickup truck tires or implement tires are better because they are easier rolling, especially when loaded. Larger diameter is much better because they not only aid in giving a bigger footprint, but give you a better angle of approach for climbing over obstacles and out of ruts. Small tires are for toys.
The OP mentioned his trailer and his wagon. IMO, these are both toys. Build a trailer with at least double the capacity, put some used auto tires on it and go to town. You don't really need spring suspension unless you log a lot of hiway miles. A bed 3-4' wide and 6-9' long and sides 24-42" high. Another benefit of larger diameter wheels is a better ride. This will be small enough to maneuver in tight woods and big enough for a relatively substantial load. Your tractor should handle it fine.
I'm sure log arches have their practical uses...like if you are actually after logs. But for getting firewood, they seem like another excuse to waste time farting around. All depends on what your real objective is.