Komatsu introduces 895-3 forwarder

January 13, 2026 -- Komatsu introduces its 895-3 forwarder to the North American market, a purpose-built machine with smarter designs and stronger elements for performance and productivity in the most demanding forestry operations. It is an ideal match to the 8-wheeled 951XC-1 harvester introduced in September.

Engineered for final felling and large-scale forwarding, the improved Komatsu 895-3 forwarder includes an upgraded crane, reinforced frame and redesigned load space to make moving larger loads more efficiently.

Key updates include:

• New optional 205F crane with enhanced lift geometry and optional reach up to 32.8 feet (10 meters)
• Optional G85H grapple with 4.3 ft2 (0.40 m²) tip-to-tip area for greater material control
• Upgraded telescopic gate, rugged bunks with widening function and optional height-adjustable stakes
• Reinforced frame and articulating joints designed to accommodate increased load capacity
• New, electronically controlled hydraulic pump improves responsiveness and fuel efficiency
• Simplified service with a single-filter hydraulic tank design

“The 895-3’s enhancements make it even more well-suited for big log-hauling, final felling and ground preparation,” said Rob Warden, Senior Product Manager, Forestry. “It features a more robust frame for toughness, plus a new more powerful crane as an option. The load space offers a lot of adjustability for your tasks, such as telescoping width and height adjustments and fully adaptable gate.”

The 895-3 forwarder is an excellent match for the newly introduced 951XC-1, one of the largest harvesters on the market. Its eight driven wheels deliver incredible traction, maneuverability and stability, especially in steep, soft or rugged conditions. Inside the cab, operators experience automotive-level quality with refined controls and features built for all-day comfort and precision.

Together, the 951XC-1 and 895-3 reflect Komatsu’s ongoing innovation in forestry machinery — empowering operators to do more with greater comfort, control and confidence.

*All comparisons are against the previous model.

About Komatsu

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Front-line industries worldwide use Komatsu solutions to develop modern infrastructure, extract fundamental minerals, manage forests and create consumer products. The company's global service and distributor networks support customer operations to help enhance safety and promote productivity while working to optimize performance.

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