Speed and large capacity equals high productivity. When the jobsite calls for large-diameter chipping, look to the Vermeer BC1800XL brush chipper. Built with strength for demanding conditions, the BC1800XL possesses the power and features needed for land-clearing and tree care operations. The BC1800XL is now available with a John Deere Tier 4 Final engine with 173 hp (129 kW). Other standard features include the patented SmartFeed control system, EcoIdle™ engine control system, Tree Comander™ remote control and bottom feed stop bar for increased operator safety.

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BC1800XL Tier 4 Final Brush Chipper Features & Benefits

VERTICAL FEED ROLLERS

Reduce vibration and structural loading to the rear of the machine with vertical feed rollers designed with helical cleats that hold material more firmly.

IMPROVED OPERATOR SAFETY

Provides operator safety with a 62.5-in (158.8-cm) long feed table for extra distance and exclusive bottom feed stop bar system.

TREE COMMANDER REMOTE CONTROL

With the standard Tree Commander remote control, jobsite productivity is improved by allowing the operator to control brush chipper functions remotely. The remote can be attached to the operator’s belt or held in an optional bracket mounted directly to the operator’s station of a Vermeer mini skid steer.

BC1800XL Tier 4 Final Brush Chipper Specs & Compare

GENERAL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS 
Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In177 in
Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended231 in
Width78.5 in
Height107 in
Weight (without winch and hydraulic jack)9600 lbs
Weight (with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute)9960 lbs
ENGINE - OPTION ONE 
Make and ModelJohn Deere 4045HFC09
Number of Cylinders4
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)173 hp
Torque (Max)492 ft-lb
Fuel Tank Capacity35 gal
Fuel TypeDiesel
Air Cleaner2 Stage Dry
Oil FilterSpin-on
Recommended OilACEA E-7 & E-6 or API CI-4
Oil Volume with Filter15.5 qt
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation30 deg
Cooling MediumLiquid
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator)32 gal
Alternator90
Fan26" Suction
Clutch Type12" Spring Loaded
Clutch Drive EngagementManual Lever
ENGINE - OPTION TWO 
Make and ModelCummins QSF3.8L Tier 4 Final
Number of Cylinders4
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)130 hp
Torque (Max)360 ft-lb
Fuel TypeDiesel
ENGINE - OPTION THREE 
Make and ModelJohn Deere Tier 4 Final 4045HFC04
Number of Cylinders4
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)139 hp
Torque (Max)398 ft-lb
Fuel TypeDiesel
FEED SYSTEM 
Feed Roller OrientationVertical
Number of Feed Rollers2
Feed Roller Clamp Load380 lbs
Feed Roller Clamp TypeSpring
Feed Roller Dimension23.5" x 18
Number of Knives11
Weight of Feed Roller116 lbs
Feed Roller Dimension (Two)23.5" x 18
Number of Knives (2)11
Weight of Feed Roller (Option Two)116 lbs
Number of Feed Roller Motors2
Motor Displacement28.4
Motor ManufacturerWhite RE470
Feed Speed117 ft/min
Infeed Table Width67 in
Infeed Table Length36 in
Infeed Hopper Height34 in
Infeed Throat Capacity20" x 24"
Distance from Feed Table to Ground30.5 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
Normal Sensitivity22 deg
Reduced Sensitivity12 deg
Reset MethodGreen Hold to Run Button
Four Position Feed Control BarStandard
Diameter2 in
Material Thickness11 in
Positions4: E-Stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse
Green Hold to Run ButtonStandard
DRUM/DISC CUTTING SYSTEM 
Material Capacity19 in
Width.5 in
Thickness26.1 in
Diameter36 in
Speed1100
Weight With Shaft1160 lbs
Safety Lock - Number of Positions4
Number of Knives4
Knife Thickness.6 in
MaterialA8 Modified Chipper Steel
Useable Edges2
Knife Size0.625 x 5 x 10
Number of Bolts/Knife5
Replaceable Threaded Knife BlockYes
Number of Paddles12
Fixture MethodWeld-on
Air Flow3544 cfm 
Bedknife Size3" x 20.25" 
Bedknife Thickness1.3 in
Bedknife Material1018 CD
Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges4
CUTTER DRIVE COMPONENTS - ENGINE OPTION ONE 
Number of Bearings2
Bore2.9 in
TypeSpherical roller
ManufacturerLinkbelt
Dynamic Capacity41800 lbs
Static Capacity71500 lbs
Belt Idler/TensionerSpring-loaded
Belt Type5V
DISCHARGE SYSTEM 
Chute Height110 in
Bottom Thickness.1 in
Top Thickness.3 in
Side Wall Thickness.1 in
Deflector Thickness.1 in
Chute Rotation Angle270 deg
Rotation TypeWorm gear with rotational lock
Rotational LockSelf Lock
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 
Tank capacity12 gal
Recommended Oil TypeVermeer VMF
System TypeOpen center
Filtration Method3 micron return, 100 micron suction
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM6.3 gpm
System relief pressure2800 psi
Auto Reverse PSI2400 psi
Flow ControlYes
Directional ControlYes
Oil CoolerNo
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 
System Voltage12
Battery950 cca
Standard GaugesDigital Display with tachometer, hourmeter, oil pressure, water temp, and engine error codes. Fuel and DEF gauges
SwitchesControl Panel: Ignition, throttle, Smartfeed, exhaust regeneration, and ECOIdle. Rear: Lower feed bar sensitivity
ControllerVermeer ACS: CB02
DisplayMFD
Shutdown SystemHigh temp, low pressure,
Radio Remote ControlTree Commander
CHASSIS 
Frame Description7" x 2.13" Channel
Toolbox DescriptionStandard
Tongue Description4 x 4 x 0.375
Tongue ExtensionTwo 12" Increments (for non winch)
Hitch TypePintle
Fender DescriptionIntegrated
Axle/SuspensionTorflex
Type - Option OneRubber torsional
Manufacturer - Option OneDexter
Capacity - Option One10,000
Tires - Option One235/75R17.5 load range H
Wheels - Option One17.5" x 6.75" BC of 8 on 6.5"
Brake TypeElectric
Trailer Light TypeLED
WINCH OPTION 
Winch Relief System3000 psi
Winch Boom Structure0.25 GR50
Winch ControlsForward, Reverse, Free Spool
Winch Rope7/16"
Rope Length150 ft
Rope Line Pull2000 lbs
Rope Choker1/4"
OTHER OPTIONS 
Special PaintOptional
Extended WarrantyOptional
Preventive MaintenanceOptional
Adjustable Height Discharge ChuteOptional
Hydraulic Chute ControlsOptional