Another incredible achievement from the world-leading manufacturer of light machines for forest thinning – Vimek.
Vimek has reached an important milestone with the delivery of its 100th 870 machine – a significant moment for the brand and a clear reflection of the growing demand for compact, professional forestry machinery.
The Vimek 870 forms part of Vimek’s Next Generation range and represents a major step forward in the development of modern forestry machines. First sketched out in 2014, the 870 was created with the aim of delivering a competitive, professional machine suited to today’s forestry requirements. Following years of development, testing and refinement, the first serial production machine was delivered in January 2022. Since then, production has continued to grow, with 100 Vimek 870 machines now manufactured and delivered.
Developed for Modern, Professional Forestry
The Vimek 870 represents a clear technological shift for Vimek and has been developed to meet today’s demands in thinning operations and forestry in sensitive environments.
The machine combines Vimek’s traditional strengths – agility, low weight and excellent terrain accessibility – with modern solutions for increased productivity and enhanced operator comfort. Its compact design enables efficient operation in dense forests and on terrain where larger machines face limitations, while still delivering the performance required by professional contractors.
The operator environment is designed with a focus on ergonomics, visibility, and control, contributing to both higher efficiency and an improved working day.
The Beginning of a New Era – Next Generation
For Vimek, the Next Generation project – with the 870 model at the forefront – represents more than just a new product. It marks a clear step toward a more professional offering and a new strategic direction for the company.
The platform enables the development of multiple machine configurations, such as 4-, 6-, or 8-wheel machines, including both harvesters and forwarders. Through a modular system, many technical solutions are shared across models, creating efficiency in development, production, and service.
“This is an important step for us, but also proof that we are on the right track. The Vimek 870 represents something new in our offering,” says Johannes Nilsson, CEO.”
A Strong Start – and Just the Beginning
Reaching 100 produced machines in a relatively short time demonstrates strong market demand.
“We see this as the beginning of something bigger. This is just the starting point of our continued journey,” Nilsson adds.
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