Wood truck lighting

Having good lighting when transporting timber is a very important aspect to maximize safety and efficiency for both the driver of the vehicle and fellow road users. There are a lot of things to consider when choosing lighting for these vehicles. In this guide, we will go through some of the best lighting options in both auxiliary lights, warning lights and work lights, which maximize both visibility and visibility for timber trucks.

General information about lighting for logging trucks

When planning lighting, three main factors should be considered: visibility, safety and durability.

• Visibility: Log trucks are often used in dark conditions at all hours of the day, as well as on narrow forest roads where trees can provide shade even during the day. They are also used particularly intensively during the darkest months of the year. Good lighting is crucial to ensure good visibility, both at night and especially when working in fog, rain and snow.
• Safety: Warning lights are important for reducing the risk of accidents by warning other road users about work in progress. They also help others to pay attention to the vehicle's movements and contribute to safety in all situations and weather conditions.
• Durability: Harsh weather conditions and heavy use place high demands on the durability of the lighting. Especially in winter, the lighting must be resistant to moisture, cold and dirt. Driving on narrow forest roads with branches and twigs extending towards the roadway also makes the placement of the lighting important, to minimize the risk of damage.

Work lights on logging trucks

The work lights on a logging truck are particularly important, as they illuminate the vehicle's surroundings during loading and working on narrow forest roads. Since much of the work is done in the dark, especially during the winter months, it is especially important to have enough light.

Important factors for work lights:

• Luminous output and direction: During the dark winter months, it is important that the work lights have a high luminous flux and the right lighting angle to provide the best possible visibility. LED lights are recommended as they offer bright light and long durability even in cold and damp conditions.
• Durability: The work lights must withstand harsh weather conditions, including rain, snow and mud. In winter, when temperatures can drop significantly, it is especially important that the lighting is both shock-resistant and waterproof.

Choice of work lights

Four different versions of work lights have been fitted to the timber truck shown in the picture below, all with different functions and features:

Auxiliary lights on timber trucks

Auxiliary lights improve the vehicle's visibility in traffic and increase safety, especially when driving at night. Since timber trucks are often large vehicles, auxiliary lights help to provide a better overview of the surroundings. During the winter months, these lights are particularly important for detecting obstacles, animals on the road and for generally improving the driver's visibility, reaction time and comfort.

Choice of auxiliary lights

A very good choice of auxiliary lights for timber trucks is the Purelux Panther 9, which has both white and orange position lights and an R65-approved warning light. In the picture below, this auxiliary light is mounted in two rows: one at the bottom of the bumper and one at the top on the roof, which allows for adapted lighting according to different situations.

Another popular model for timber trucks is the Purelux Heat 9200, which has a heated lens that stays free of ice and snow even in the toughest conditions.