Log splitter

A log splitter which includes an elongated frame which defines a reservoir for hydraulic fluid. A log splitting wedge secured to one end of the frame and a hydraulic cylinder and ram/piston secured to the other end of the frame. The ram/piston being movable toward and away from the wedge. The reservoir includes an inlet and outlet and a discharge tube associated with the inlet having a length effective to discharge incoming fluid into the reservoir at a position remote from the inlet. The elongated tube may be associated with the reservoir outlet so as to draw fluid from the reservoir and thus maximize flow from the reservoir even if the reservoir, or log splitter is in a tipped position. A log splitter and arm for mounting the splitter to a vehicle having a hitch style receiver secured to the rear of the vehicle. The splitter has a substantially linear working action. The mounting system includes an elongated arm for securement to the receiver in a cantilever fashion. The splitter is adapted to be secured, by a pin or a set screw mechanism, to the arm and be supported above the ground. The splitter's linear working action is substantially normal to the vehicle's direction of movement and the support arm. This system permits the vehicle to travel at normal highway speeds and carry the splitter.