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BC1500 Brush Chipper Features & Benefits

Powerful and control

Powered by either a Tier 4 Final Cummins® diesel engine or an Origin® gas engine, the BC1500 handles tough of materials with ease. 

An optional winch can be added to aid in transporting large material to the infeed table, helping reduce manual material handling. 

The BC1500 introduces vertical feed roller technology to help aid in machine loading and the feeding of adverse materials.

The optional Tree Commander™ remote control enhances jobsite productivity by enabling remote operation of brush chipper functions and can be conveniently attached to the operator’s belt or mounted on a Vermeer mini skid steer

Intelligent feeding

The EcoIdle™ engine control system reduces engine speed to a preset lower rpm after one to five minutes of inactivity, saving fuel and reducing jobsite noise. 

SmartFeed, a patented feed-sensing control system, boosts operator productivity and reduces engine strain by monitoring engine rpm and controlling feed rollers.

Safety

The patented bottom feed stop bar is strategically positioned so the operator can strike it to shut off the feed mechanism.

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BC1500 Brush Chipper Specs & Compare

GENERAL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS 
Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In179 in
Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended217 in
Width86 in
Height104 in
Weight - Engine Option One7800 lbs
Tongue Weight - Engine Option One940 lbs
Length with Winch (Additional)13 in
Weight With Winch (Additional)280 lbs
Sound Power125
Horsepower OptionsCummins QSF3.8L T4F - 130 hp
ENGINE - OPTION ONE 
Make and ModelCummins QSF3.8L T4F - 130 hp
Number of Cylinders4
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)130 hp
Torque (Max)360 ft-lb
Fuel Tank Capacity45 gal
Fuel TypeDiesel
Air Cleaner2-stage dry with safety element
Oil FilterSpin-on
Recommended OilAPI CJ-4 or ACEA-E9
Oil Volume with Filter13.6 qt
Cooling MediumLiquid
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator)5.5 gal
Alternator135 amps
Fan22" (55.9 cm) suction
Clutch TypeAutomotive-style
Clutch Drive EngagementManual
ENGINE - OPTION TWO 
Make and ModelPSI 5.7L
Number of Cylinders8
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)165 hp
Torque (Max)300 ft-lb
Fuel Tank Capacity50 gal
Max Fuel Consumption11.7 gph
Fuel TypeGasoline
Air Cleaner2-stage dry
Oil FilterSpin-on
Recommended OilAPI
Oil Volume with Filter5 qt
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation20 deg
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator)5 gal
Cooling MediumLiquid
Alternator70 Amp
Fan18.7 suction
Clutch Type13" spring loaded clutch
Clutch Drive EngagementManual lever
FEED SYSTEM 
Feed Roller OrientationVertical
Number of Feed Rollers2
Feed Roller Clamp Load300 lbs
Feed Roller Clamp TypeSpring
Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum1.3 in
Feed Roller Dimension20.9" (53.1 cm) diameter
Number of Knives12
Weight of Feed Roller120 lbs
Motor Displacement28.3 cu in (468.8 cu cm)
Motor ManufacturerWhite
Feed Speed122 ft/min
Infeed Table Width55.4 in
Infeed Table Length30.1 in
Infeed Hopper Height32 in
Infeed Throat Capacity15" x 20" (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm)
Pinch Point - Distance to End of Feed Table67.4 in
Distance from Feed Table to Ground27.2 in
Infeed Table Material Thickness.2 in
SAFETY SYSTEM 
Bottom Feed Stop BarStandard
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter2 in
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness11 GA
Actuation Force (BFSB)34 lbs
Normal Sensitivity22 deg
Reduced Sensitivity12 deg
Reset MethodGreen Hold-to-Run button
Four Position Feed Control BarStandard
Diameter2 in
Material Thickness.1 in
Positions4: E-stop, forward, neutral, reverse
Actuation Force34 lbs
Green Hold to Run ButtonStandard (one on each side)
DRUM/DISC CUTTING SYSTEM 
Material Capacity15 in
Width22 in
Thickness.4 in
Diameter22.5 in
Speed2208 RPM
Weight With Shaft540 lbs
Safety Lock - Number of Positions2
Number of Knives2
Knife Thickness.6 in
MaterialA8 chipper steel
Useable Edges2
Knife Size.625" x 5" x 8" (1.6 cm x 12.7 cm x 20.3 cm)
Number of Bolts/Knife3
Replaceable Threaded Knife BlockYes
Number of Paddles5
Fixture MethodWeld-on
Air Flow4600 cfm
Bedknife Size2.5" (6.4 cm)
Bedknife Thickness1.5 in
Bedknife MaterialHRLC steel
Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges2
CUTTER DRIVE COMPONENTS - ENGINE OPTION ONE 
Number of Bearings2
Bore2.4 in
TypeSpherical roller
ManufacturerLinkbelt
Dynamic Capacity31400 lbs
Static Capacity53500 lbs
Belt Idler/TensionerSpring-loaded
Belt Type5V
DISCHARGE SYSTEM 
Chute Height104 in
Bottom Thickness.1 in
Top Thickness.1 in
Side Wall Thickness.1 in
Deflector Thickness.1 in
Chute Rotation Angle270 deg
Rotation TypeManual worm gear drive
Rotational LockSelf-locking gear set plus an additional steel plate rotation lock
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 
Tank capacity12 gal
Recommended Oil TypeVermeer VMF
System TypeOpen center
Filtration Method3 micron return, 100 micron suction
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM5.5 gpm
System relief pressure2800 psi
Auto Reverse PSI2650 psi
Flow ControlYes
Directional ControlYes
Oil CoolerNo
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 
System Voltage12
Battery950 cca
Standard GaugesMultifunction Display (MFD) (shows various engine parameters and error codes), fuel gauge, DEF gauge, pressure, water temp, engine error codes)
SwitchesDroop sensitivity, exhaust aftertreatment enable/disable and EcoIdle toggle switches
ControllerVermeer ACS
DisplayMultifunction Display (MFD)
Shutdown SystemHigh coolant temp, low oil pressure
Radio Remote Controloptional - via IK
CHASSIS 
Frame Description.25" (6 mm) Z channel, 7" (17.8 cm)
Toolbox DescriptionStandard
Tongue Description2.5" x 4.5" x .375" (6.4 cm x 11.4 cm x 1 cm)
Tongue ExtensionExt. 18" (45.2 cm)
Hitch TypePintle
Fender DescriptionBolt-on
Axle/SuspensionTorsion
Type - Option OneRubber torsional
Manufacturer - Option OneDexter
Capacity - Option One8000 lb (3628.7 kg)
Tires - Option OneLT 285/75R16 LR E
Wheels - Option One16" (40.6 cm)
Brake TypeElectric
Trailer Light TypeLED
OTHER OPTIONS 
Special PaintOptional
Extended WarrantyOptional
Preventive MaintenanceOptional
Remote ControlTree Commander Remote Control Optional
Hydraulic Chute ControlsOptional