Industry benchmarks and performance metrics for forestry fleets aiming for 95%+ equipment uptime, with comparisons to best-in-class operations and improvement targets for rugged environments.
Compare and improve your fleet performance.
Compare your forestry fleet's uptime performance against industry standards, with targets for improvement from reactive to predictive maintenance models in challenging terrains.
This benchmark guide, part of our Operations excellence framework, helps fleet managers assess and elevate their performance in remote forestry operations.
| Level | Uptime | Maintenance Type | Cost/Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 70-77% | Reactive | $130+ |
| Intermediate | 77-85% | Preventive | $90-110 |
| Advanced | 85-90% | Predictive | $60-80 |
| World-Class | 95%+ | Prescriptive | $45 |
Based on forestry fleet data from 2024-2025.
Essential benchmarks to measure and improve your fleet's operational efficiency in rugged environments.
Industry Target
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Industry Standard
How forestry fleets compare to other sectors in uptime performance.
| Industry | Average Uptime | Best-in-Class Uptime | Maintenance Cost/Hour | MTBF (Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forestry | 77% | 95%+ | $95 | 550 |
| Construction | 75% | 95%+ | $120 | 500 |
| Mining | 85% | 98%+ | $150 | 800 |
| Municipal | 80% | 95%+ | $90 | 600 |
Data from 2024-2025 industry reports.
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Common questions about forestry fleet uptime benchmarks.
Benchmarks are based on data from over 400 forestry fleets in 2024-2025, aggregated from industry reports and HVI client data. See roadmap for implementation.
Use HVI’s assessment tools to calculate uptime, MTBF, and costs. Compare against benchmarks in this guide. Reference playbook for measurement tactics.
Equipment age, terrain conditions, maintenance practices, and connectivity challenges. Seasonal factors also play a role. Details in Operations hub.
Quarterly reviews are recommended, with annual adjustments based on industry updates. Use HVI dashboards for real-time tracking in remote areas. Learn more in executive brief.
Comprehensive uptime guides for forestry and other industries.
Comprehensive resources for fleet optimization.
Financial optimization strategies.
Advanced tech adoption.
Regulatory and risk management.
Operator excellence programs.
Compare your performance against industry standards and unlock paths to 95%+ uptime with HVI’s benchmarking tools and expert support tailored for rugged forestry operations.
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