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LT15START Sawmill

Entry-level portable sawmill from Wood-Mizer designed for budget-conscious operators. Ideal for small-scale milling operations and hobby users.

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5.5 kW
Power (Electric Option 1)
7.5 kW
Power (Electric Option 2)
14 HP Petrol (KOHLER Command PRO CH440)
Power (Petrol)
70 cm
Max. Log Diameter
Overview

The LT15START is an entry-level portable sawmill engineered for primary log processing in small-scale and hobby milling operations. It delivers fundamental cutting performance for operators entering the timber processing business without the capital investment of industrial-grade equipment. The machine prioritizes portability and ease of relocation, allowing operators to move between job sites or woodlots efficiently. As a portable sawmill designed for budget-conscious buyers, the LT15START provides the core functionality needed for breaking down logs into rough lumber and mill blanks. Its lightweight, trailer-mounted design enables single-operator setup and transport, reducing infrastructure requirements compared to stationary mill installations. The straightforward mechanical design minimizes maintenance complexity and operator skill requirements, making it accessible to first-time mill owners. The LT15START is purpose-built for small woodlot owners, hobby millers, and startup operations processing limited log volumes—typically under 20 logs per day. It serves operators sourcing salvage wood, specialty hardwoods, or reclaimed timber where batch sizes and production runs remain modest. This machine is also suitable for on-site milling at construction sites, rural properties, or small lumber dealers requiring basic primary processing without large fixed installations. In its category, the LT15START prioritizes affordability and portability over throughput and precision. Compared to mid-range portable mills, it offers reduced material costs and lower operational overhead, trading some production capacity for accessibility to operators with constrained budgets and modest volume requirements.

Applications
on site construction milling
Small workshop
Construction contractors and rural building operations deploy the LT15START at job sites to mill rough structural timber, custom framing stock, or architectural elements on-demand. The portability eliminates material transport costs while providing flexible scheduling for variable project requirements.
small woodlot milling
Small workshop
Owner-operators managing private woodlots or small timber parcels use the LT15START to process harvested logs on-site into rough lumber and firewood blanks. The portable design allows relocation across property boundaries without requiring permanent mill infrastructure. Typical production ranges from 5–15 logs per day for custom lumber cuts.
hobby craft milling
Small workshop
Woodcraft enthusiasts and small furniture builders use the LT15START to mill their own lumber from locally sourced logs, reducing material costs and enabling custom wood selection. Production volumes remain modest—typically 3–8 logs per week—supporting hand tool workshops and small batch furniture production.
salvage specialty timber processing
Small workshop
Operators specializing in reclaimed wood, storm-salvaged timber, or specialty hardwoods use the LT15START to break down irregular logs into usable blanks for furniture makers and craftspeople. The entry-level price point allows economical processing of lower-margin salvage material while maintaining profitability on specialty grades.
Specifications
Engine/Motor
Power (Electric Option 1)5.5 kW
Power (Electric Option 2)7.5 kW
Power (Petrol)14 HP Petrol (KOHLER Command PRO CH440)
Sawing Capacity
Max. Log Diameter70 cm
Max. Log Length5.2 m
Cutting
Max. Width of Cut64 cm
Max. Cant Width59 cm
Max. Depth of Cut27 cm
Features
Sawdust Collection Port Diameter101.6 mm
Bed ConstructionTwin Rail
Frame ConstructionSemi-Cantilever
Blade
Blade Length4010 mm
Blade Width32 mm
Blade Wheel Diameter483 mm
Blade Wheel TypeBelted
Blade Wheel MaterialCast Iron
Electrical
Power Requirements (5.5 kW)400 V / 11 A
Power Requirements (7.5 kW)400 V / 16 A
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LT15CLASSIC Sawmill
Power (Electric Option 1)
5.5 kW
Power (Electric Option 2)
7.5 kW
Power (Petrol)
14 HP Petrol (KOHLER Command PRO CH440)
19 HP
Max. Log Diameter
70 cm
70 cm
Max. Log Length
5.2 m
Max. Width of Cut
64 cm
64 cm
Max. Cant Width
59 cm
59 cm
Max. Depth of Cut
27 cm
27 cm
Sawdust Collection Port Diameter
101.6 mm
101.6 mm
Blade Length
4010 mm
4010 mm
Blade Width
32 mm
Blade Wheel Diameter
483 mm
483 mm
Blade Wheel Type
Belted
Belted
Blade Wheel Material
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
Bed Construction
Twin Rail
Frame Construction
Semi-Cantilever
Power Requirements (5.5 kW)
400 V / 11 A
Power Requirements (7.5 kW)
400 V / 16 A
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