Forestwest 32" Portable Sawmill – 19.5HP Rato E-Start BM11155R

The Forestwest BM11155R 32" Full-Width Portable Sawmill is an upgraded 32-inch sawmill designed for customers who want to make better use of large-diameter logs and produce wider boards and live-edge slabs. Powered by a 19.5HP Rato petrol engine with electric start, the BM11155R accepts logs up to 32" (813mm) in diameter and provides a full 32" (813mm) maximum cutting width. With a cutting depth of up to 8" (203mm), it offers substantially more usable cutting capacity than the BM11126. The upgraded sawhead incorporates a new blade-tensioning handle, nylon guide pads for smoother vertical sawhead movement and quick-release blade housing clamps for easier inspection and maintenance. The standard cutting length is approximately 3100mm, with bed extensions available for longer logs. Key Features & Benefits Full 32" Cutting Width: Produces slabs and boards up to 813mm wide, making better use of large logs. 32" Log Capacity: Handles logs up to 813mm in diameter. 19.5HP Rato Engine: Reliable petrol power with convenient electric start. 8" Cutting Depth: Provides additional capacity for thick slabs, beams and timber sections. Improved Blade Tensioning: New tensioning handle makes blade adjustment more convenient. Nylon Sawhead Guide Pads: Help provide smoother vertical sawhead movement and reduce direct metal-to-metal contact. Quick-Release Cover Clamps: Provide faster access for blade inspection, adjustment and routine maintenance. Expandable Bed: Optional extensions allow longer logs to be processed. Do you need 32" log capacity but not the full 32" cutting width? The BM11126 32" Portable Sawmill offers a 26" cutting width at a lower price point. Need even greater capacity? Step up to the BM11156 36" Full-Width Portable Sawmill with a 22HP electric-start engine. Specifications Model BM11155R Engine Power 19.5HP Rato with Electric Start Max. Log Diameter 32" (813mm) Max. Cut Width 32" (813mm) Max. Cut Depth 8" (203mm) Standard Cut Length 3100mm Bed Length 4100mm Optional Bed Extension 2050mm Bed Extensions Available Blade Width 34mm Blade Material Induction-Hardened Steel Packing Size (LxWxH) 2250 × 630 × 850mm Net / Gross Weight 349/404kg Frequently Asked Questions 1. What does full-width cutting mean? The BM11155R accepts logs up to 32" in diameter and also provides a maximum cutting width of 32", allowing substantially wider boards and slabs to be produced from large logs. 2. What size logs can it cut? It accommodates logs up to 32" (813mm) in diameter, with a maximum cutting width of 32" (813mm). 3. Is it suitable for wide live-edge slabs? Yes. The full 813mm cutting width makes the BM11155R particularly suitable for customers wanting to mill wide boards and live-edge slabs. 4. BM11126 or BM11155R? Both accept logs up to 32" in diameter. The BM11126 cuts up to 26" wide, while the BM11155R provides a full 32" cutting width and 8" cutting depth. 5. Can the bed be extended? Yes. Optional bed extensions are available when longer logs need to be processed. 6. Are replacement blades available? Yes. Forestwest stocks replacement sawmill blades and additional sawmill accessories. 7. What warranty does it include? The BM11155R comes with a 2-year Forestwest warranty. The Rato engine is also covered by the applicable Rato engine warranty. 8. Can I inspect the sawmill before buying? Yes. Please contact our Melbourne or Perth team before visiting to confirm display and demonstration availability.