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McElhill Engineering The Fang handheld log grab, quad-arm Hardox steel jaws, front view
McElhill Engineering The Fang handheld log grab, quad-arm Hardox steel jaws open, hinge detail
McElhill Engineering The Fang handheld log grab, quad-arm Hardox steel jaws, angled view
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The Fang | Quad-Arm Handheld Log Grab | Built in Fermanagh

Manual handheld tool • No hydraulics required • Hardox steel throughout • In stock • £150 excl. VAT

✅ In stock and ready to go. No waiting, no build time. The Fang is a quad-arm handheld log grab built from Hardox steel in our Fermanagh workshop. No excavator needed, no hydraulics, no machine. Four arms, two on each side, wrap fully around the log for a wider, more stable hold on bigger logs. Call 07734 357045 to order today.

The McElhill Engineering Ltd Fang is a quad-arm handheld log grab built from Hardox steel in our workshop in Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. There are no hydraulics, no cables, no power source and no machine required. You pick it up, you wrap it round the log, you move it. At 20kg with four arms, two on each side, biting in around the full log, it gives a wider, more stable hold than a two-point tool, which matters once you're past standard firewood sizes and into bigger, heavier timber.

The Fang is built for the same jobs as The Claw, but for the logs The Claw was never meant for. Bigger diameter timber, awkward shapes, heavier lifts. It's the tool contractors and farmers reach for when a double tine grab starts to slip or can't get a proper bite. Same Hardox steel we use across our excavator grabs. Not mild steel, not an import. Built in Fermanagh.

Bigger logs don't just take more muscle, they take more risk.

The heavier and more awkward the log, the more likely it is to shift, roll or slip out of a weak grip, and that's when hands and backs get hurt. A double tine grab that's fine for standard firewood starts to struggle once the diameter goes up. The Fang's quad-arm design wraps fully around the log instead of just biting from two points, so it holds steady on the bigger, harder pieces that cause most of the trouble. One man, no waiting on the machine, no rolling logs by hand.

What The Fang Is Used For

Built for the bigger, heavier logs that a standard hand grab struggles with.

Firewood Handling Larger rounds and heavier billets. Wrap, lift, stack, without wrestling an awkward piece by hand.
Forestry Site Work Moving larger felled timber on site where a machine can't get in close enough, or is busy elsewhere.
Sawmill Log Handling Position bigger logs at the bandsaw with a grip that holds under load, no slipping, no rolling.
Farm Timber Work General farm timber work with bigger diameter pieces than standard firewood handling.
Log Pile Management Sort and move the awkward, heavier pieces at the woodpile that a double tine grab can't get a proper hold on.
Timber Yard Use A daily tool for handling bigger cut timber at the yard, built to take the wear of regular use.
Key Features
  • Hardox steel throughout: the same abrasion-resistant steel used in our excavator timber grabs. Built to take daily wear on bigger, heavier logs
  • No hydraulics, no machine, no power source required: completely manual and handheld. Pick it up and use it anywhere
  • Quad-arm design: four arms, two on each side, wrap fully around the log for a wider, more stable grip than a double tine grab
  • Built for bigger diameter logs: the natural step up from The Claw once you're handling heavier, more awkward timber
  • In stock: no build time. Available for immediate dispatch from our Fermanagh workshop
  • 650mm tall, 180mm wide closed, 600mm wide open, 340mm deep: bigger than The Claw where it needs to be, without being unwieldy on site
  • Built in Fermanagh: same workshop, same quality, same standards as our excavator attachments
Technical Specification | The Fang
Specification The Fang
Type Handheld manual log grab
Operation Manual. No hydraulics or machine required
Design Quad arm wraparound grab
Tool Weight 20 kg
Height (top to bottom) 650 mm
Width Closed 180 mm
Width Open (jaw opening) 600 mm
Depth (front to back) 340 mm
Steel Grade Hardox, abrasion-resistant high-strength steel
Availability In stock. Available for immediate dispatch
Price (excl. VAT) £150
Built Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
The Fang vs The Claw

Not sure which handheld grab is right for you? Here is how they compare.

Feature The Fang The Claw
Model You are here The Fang The Claw
Design Quad arm wraparound grab Double tine grab
Best For Larger diameter logs, heavier timber Standard firewood and farm timber handling
Grip Wraps fully around the log Double point mechanical bite
Weight 20 kg 10 kg
Steel Grade Hardox Hardox
Availability In stock In stock
Price excl. VAT £150 £70

Not sure which one suits your needs? Call 07734 357045 and Gary will advise.

Common Questions About The Fang
Does The Fang need an excavator or any hydraulics?

No. The Fang is a completely manual handheld tool. No excavator, no hydraulics, no power source of any kind. You pick it up and use it. It goes anywhere on the farm, forestry site or yard without needing a machine nearby.

What size logs can The Fang handle?

The Fang's quad-arm design gives a wider grip than The Claw, so it's suited to larger diameter logs and heavier timber. If you mainly handle standard firewood sizes, The Claw does the job. If you're regularly moving bigger logs, The Fang is the better tool.

Is The Fang in stock?

Yes. The Fang is kept in stock at our Fermanagh workshop and is available for immediate dispatch. No build time, no waiting. Call 07734 357045 to order.

What is The Fang made from?

The Fang is built from Hardox steel throughout. This is the same abrasion-resistant high-strength steel we use in our saw head blades. It holds up to daily wear on bigger, heavier logs without bending, deforming or losing its grip.

What is the difference between The Fang and The Claw?

The Fang is the quad-arm version, wrapping fully around the log to give a wider, more stable grip on larger diameter timber. The Claw is a double tine handheld grab with a double point mechanical bite, compact and direct, better suited to standard firewood sizes. If you're regularly moving big logs, The Fang is the better tool.

How is it delivered and how quickly?

The Fang is in stock and can be dispatched quickly from our Fermanagh workshop. We deliver across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and England. Call 07734 357045 to arrange delivery or collect directly from our workshop.

Do ROI customers pay VAT?

Republic of Ireland customers with a valid VAT number are zero-rated. You do not pay VAT on your order. Provide your VAT number when you enquire and we will zero-rate your invoice. All prices shown are exclusive of VAT.

Delivery and Collection

The Fang is in stock and available for immediate dispatch. We deliver across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and England. Workshop collection from Fermanagh also available.

  • Northern Ireland and England: dispatch arranged immediately on payment
  • Republic of Ireland: dispatch arranged once payment is made and your VAT number is confirmed
  • Workshop collection: collect directly from our Fermanagh workshop at your convenience

Call 07734 357045 to place your order or arrange collection.

VAT Information All prices are exclusive of VAT. VAT will be added for UK customers. Republic of Ireland customers with a valid VAT number do not pay VAT. Provide your VAT number when ordering and we will zero-rate your invoice.

Ready to Order The Fang?

In stock and ready to go. Call Gary to place your order or arrange collection from our Fermanagh workshop.

☎ Call 07734 357045

Or email mcelhillengineeringltd@hotmail.com • Built in Fermanagh, Northern Ireland