Tigercat LX870C – ECU Modification for Demanding Forestry Conditions
The Tigercat LX870C is considered a top-tier heavy forestry carrier. Its robust build, high output and excellent stability make it ideal for the most demanding forestry applications.
With the heavy-duty hydraulic boom attachment, the machine is used for mechanical stump removal, breaking up root systems and handling or reducing heavy post-harvest wood debris, enabling effective site preparation for further forestry operations.
To fully utilize the machine’s potential in real working conditions, a calibrated software modification is essential. This is where Agroecopower ECU optimization comes into play.
Agroecopower ECU Optimization
This was not a universal “one-size-fits-all” file, but a calibration tailored specifically to this Tigercat LX870C and its operational use-case. The optimization focused on:
- Improved engine response under sudden load changes
- Increased usable power within the working RPM range
- More stable engine operation under continuous load
- Smoother transitions between load and no-load conditions
- More efficient combustion without exceeding safe operating limits
Results in Real-World Operation
After the ECU optimization, the machine delivers:
- Stronger, more confident pull in difficult terrain
- Smoother hydraulic performance thanks to more stable engine output
- Better controllability during precise work
- Higher efficiency without compromising engine longevity
The calibration was developed with maximum emphasis on long-term reliability and protection of all critical components.
Power That Makes Sense
Our goal is not peak numbers “on paper”, but usable performance in daily operation. For the Tigercat LX870C, this means higher productivity, smoother workflow and better utilization of the machine’s potential in demanding forestry conditions.


