APPENDIX B 



Operating Costs 



When used to compare effectiveness of selected harvesting systems, cost must be 

 computed uniformly. Cost computations differ among owners. Some use straight-line 

 depreciation and others may use double declining balance or sum of years digits. Also, 

 different allowances are made for repairs, maintenance, etc. The Equipment Data Sheet 

 form attached (fig. 17) was used for all equipment in this report to provide for more 

 meaningful comparisons. Tables (18 and 19) show equipment, operator, and crew cost. 



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