pewag bluetrack: The Right Traction for Every Forestry Job

In rough terrain – from the wet eucalypt slopes of Tasmania to the softwood plantations of the Green Triangle and Gippsland, and across New Zealand’s Central North Island pine estates – traction, stability and soil protection decide whether a working day runs smoothly. pewag forestry tracks are engineered to deliver reliable grip across all subsoils while keeping ground impact to a minimum, and the pewag bluetrack family lets you match that performance to your machine, tyres and conditions.

The range spans three lines: bluetrack essential as a cost-efficient entry option, bluetrack as a versatile all-rounder, and bluetrack+ as a premium solution built for maximum service life and ride comfort. This overview explains what sets each line apart so you can choose with confidence.

3 lines, 1 family

From economical entry to premium performance – one configurable bluetrack platform covers lighter jobs through to demanding forwarder work. Reduced ground impact isn’t just good practice – in states like Tasmania, minimising soil disturbance is a requirement under the Forest Practices Code, making track choice part of compliance as well as productivity.

The bluetrack forestry track range at a glance

Each line shares the proven bluetrack concept and 2-stub starwave® traction with offset geometry, then tunes link distance, stub size and cross-member spacing to a different priority. The table below summarises the key differences.

pewag bluetrack essential – your entry into pewag quality

bluetrack essential is the economical way into pewag track quality. It is a strong value choice for lighter applications and price-sensitive needs, without giving up the durability the pewag name stands for.

• pewag quality at an economical price
• Long link distance for improved self-cleaning properties and reduced weight
• Small starwave® stubs for solid traction and improved wear resistance
• Additionally available as pewag mono and mono skidder track

pewag bluetrack – the universal all-rounder

bluetrack is pewag’s forestry-track bestseller. Built on a proven concept with broad configurability, it is designed to fit almost all tyres, machines and conditions – the natural default for everyday forestry work.

• The universal track for almost all tyres, machinery and conditions.
• Medium link distance for higher wear resistance and good tyre protection.
• Medium starwave® stubs for more traction and improved wear resistance.
• Case-hardening process on the link system increases surface hardness for added durability.
• Optional configuration: Tight-Tight cross member ends for minimal clearance, and large starwave® stubs for maximum traction and extended lifespan. Stronger cross members (ST version) on perfect and duro for heaviest machines.
• Additionally available as mono skidder track and as ST version on bigger mono skidder tyre sizes.

pewag bluetrack+ – premium performance and smooth ride

bluetrack+ takes proven bluetrack quality and makes it smoother still, with enhanced tyre protection and the longest service life in the range. It is especially suited to demanding applications – particularly with forwarders – where a smooth ride and durability matter most.

• Designed for use with forwarders in particular.
• Short link distance with more cross members per track for excellent tyre protection and even higher wear resistance.
• Medium starwave® stubs for more traction and improved wear resistance.
• Exceptional ride comfort (a “smooth ride”) and maximum lifespan.
• Adding additional stability due to lowering the center of gravity of the machine.
• Optional configuration: Tight-Tight cross member ends for minimal clearance, and large starwave® stubs for maximum traction and extended lifespan. Stronger cross members (ST version) on perfect and duro for heaviest machines.

This makes bluetrack+ a natural fit for forwarder fleets working New Zealand’s Central North Island pine estates, where consistent traction and ride comfort over long shifts are just as critical as in Australian conditions.

How to choose the right bluetrack line

As a rule of thumb: pick bluetrack essential when budget and lighter duty lead the decision, made especially for second hand machines; choose bluetrack when you want one dependable track that fits almost anything; and step up to bluetrack+ when tyre protection, ride comfort and service life (total cost of ownership) are the priority – especially on forwarders.

These trade-offs play out clearly on the ground. Steep, wet terrain – think Tasmania’s coupes or the Central North Island’s pine estates in New Zealand – puts a premium on stability and ride comfort, favouring bluetrack+. Flatter softwood country such as the Green Triangle or Gippsland, where machines cover more ground at speed, is well served by the all-round versatility of bluetrack. And for lighter-duty or second-hand fleets working price-sensitive jobs, bluetrack essential covers the basics without the premium spend.

Both bluetrack and bluetrack+ can be configured with Tight-Tight cross member ends and large starwave® stubs when conditions demand extra traction and longevity.

Not sure which fits your machine and tyre size? pewag’s forestry experts can advise on the right specification for your conditions.

Contact a pewag forestry expert to discuss your forestry track requirements.

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