The Vermeer AX17 brush chipper is designed for the tree care contractor looking to do high production arborist work. Optimize crew size on the jobsite through mechanized feeding with horizontal off-set feed rollers and a fixed-infeed table. Plus, this single axle fully configured machine under 10,000 lb (4,536 kg) helps with transportation around congested urban areas.
| Manufacturer | Vermeer |
| Model | AX17 Brush Chipper |
| Category | Landscape, Rental, Tree Care |
| Price | Request a Quote |
| Year | 2024 |
| Height | 110.5in (280.7cm) |
| Sound Power | 116 dB(a) |
| Weight With Winch (Additional) | 720lbs (326.6kg) |
| Length with Winch (Additional) | 0in |
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option One | 1380lbs (626kg) |
| Weight - Engine Option One | 8640lbs (3919kg) |
| Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended | 222in (563.9cm) |
| Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In | 210in (533.4cm) |
| Width | 78.5in (199.4cm) |
| Weight (with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute) | 9750lbs (4422.5kg) |
| Diameter | 2in (5.1cm) |
| Actuation Force | 34lbs (15.4kg) |
| Positions | Four positions: E-stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse |
| Material Thickness | .1in (.3cm) |
| Reset Method | Green hold-to-run button |
| Actuation Force (BFSB) | 34lbs (15.4kg) |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness | .12 in |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter | 2in (5.1cm) |
| Green Hold to Run Button | Standard |
| Four Position Feed Control Bar | Standard |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar | Standard |
| Diameter | 26in (66cm) |
| Number of Knives | 2 |
| Bedknife Material | 1018 |
| Bedknife Thickness | 1.3in (3.2cm) |
| Material | A8 chipper steel |
| Knife Thickness | .8in (1.9cm) |
| Material Capacity | 17in (43.2cm) |
| Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges | 2 |
| Bedknife Size | 3 in x 20.25 in (7.6 cm x 51.4 cm) |
| Fixture Method | Weld On |
| Number of Paddles | 12 |
| Replaceable Threaded Knife Block | Yes |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 5 |
| Knife Size | 5 in x 10 in (12.7 cm x 25.4 cm) |
| Useable Edges | 2 |
| Safety Lock - Number of Positions | 2 |
| Weight With Shaft | 855lbs (387.8kg) |
| Speed | 1800 rpm |
| Thickness | .5in (1.3cm) |
| Type | Spherical roller |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Bore | 2.9in (7.5cm) |
| Static Capacity | 71500lbs (32431.9kg) |
| Dynamic Capacity | 41800lbs (18960.2kg) |
| Belt Type | 5V |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Yes |
| Number of Bearings | 2 |
| Type | Spherical roller |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Bore | 2.9in (7.5cm) |
| Static Capacity | 71500lbs (32431.9kg) |
| Dynamic Capacity | 41800lbs (18960.2kg) |
| Belt Type | 5V |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Yes |
| Number of Bearings | 2 |
| Rope Choker | Yes |
| Rope Line Pull | 2000lbs (907.2kg) |
| Rope Length | 151ft (46m) |
| Winch Rope | 7/16 in |
| Winch Controls | Forward, reverse and fee spool |
| Winch Input Speed | 48rpm |
| Winch Boom Structure | .25 in (.64 cm), .19 in (.48 cm)( |
| Winch Relief System | 1700psi (117.2bar) |
| System Voltage | 12 volt |
| Battery | Group 31 - 950 CCA |
| Switches | Hold-to-run, sensitivity selector, droop selector, EcoIdle™ engine control system, throttle, chute controls, remote enable, manual feed roller crush |
| Radio Remote Control | Two options |
| Shutdown System | Yes |
| Display | MPC-12 |
| Controller | MPC-12 |
| Standard Gauges | MPC-12 |
| Hitch Type | 3-in ID pintle |
| Trailer Light Type | LED |
| Brake Type | Standard electric |
| Wheels - Option One | 17.5 x 6.75, bolt circle 8 on 6.6 |
| Tires - Option One | 235/75R17.6 |
| Capacity - Option One | 10,000 lb |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Dexter |
| Type - Option One | Rubber torsional |
| Axle/Suspension | 10,000-lb torsion |
| Fender Description | Bolt-on steel |
| Tongue Extension | Extendable, 12-in |
| Tongue Description | 3 in x 5 in x 38 in (7.6 cm x 12.7 cm x 96.5 cm) |
| Toolbox Description | Standard |
| Frame Description | Z Channel: .25-in (.64-cm) thickness |
| Hydraulic Outriggers | Optional |
| Hydraulic Chute Controls | Optional |
| Remote Control | Optional |
| Extended Warranty | Optional |
| Special Paint | Optional |
| Adjustable Height Discharge Chute | Optional |
| Preventive Maintenance | Optional |
| Number of Knives | 9 |
| Infeed Table Material Thickness | .3in (.6cm) |
| Distance from Feed Table to Ground | 30in (76.2cm) |
| Infeed Throat Capacity | 19.5-in x 20.5-in (49.5-cm x 52.1-cm) |
| Infeed Hopper Height | 29in (73.7cm) |
| Infeed Table Length | 52in (132.1cm) |
| Infeed Table Width | 59.5in (151.1cm) |
| Feed Speed | 95ft/min |
| Motor Manufacturer | Parker |
| Motor Displacement | 28.9 cu-in upper |
| Number of Feed Roller Motors | (3) 2 upper, 1 lower |
| Weight of Feed Roller (Option Two) | 105lbs (47.6kg) |
| Number of Knives (2) | 9 |
| Feed Roller Dimension (Two) | 11 in x 20 in (27.9 cm x 50.8 cm) |
| Weight of Feed Roller | 145lbs (65.8kg) |
| Feed Roller Dimension | 15 in x 20 in (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm) |
| Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum | .4in (1cm) |
| Feed Roller Clamp Type | Hydraulic |
| Feed Roller Clamp Load | 3000lbs (1360.8kg) |
| Number of Feed Rollers | 2 |
| Feed Roller Orientation | Horizontal |
| Rotational Lock | Yes - self-locking worm gear |
| Rotation Type | Manual (hydraulic option) |
| Chute Rotation Angle | 270deg |
| Deflector Thickness | .1in (.2cm) |
| Side Wall Thickness | .1in (.3cm) |
| Top Thickness | .2in (.5cm) |
| Bottom Thickness | .7in (1.8cm) |
| Chute Height | 110.5in (280.7cm) |
| Tank capacity | 3gal (11.4L) |
| System relief pressure | 3000psi (206.8bar) |
| System Type | Tandem center |
| Recommended Oil Type | HY PWR 68 |
| Oil Cooler | Yes |
| Directional Control | Yes |
| Flow Control | No |
| Auto Reverse PSI | 2800psi (193.1bar) |
| Filtration Method | 3 micron return, no suction |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 6gpm (22.7L/min) |
| Make and Model | Cummins 3.8L T4 |
| Oil Filter | Spin On |
| Clutch Type | Spring-loaded clutch |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Recommended Oil | API CJ-4 or ACEA-E9 |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Manual lever |
| Fan | 22 in suction |
| Alternator | 60 amp |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 5.5gal (20.8L) |
| Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation | 45deg |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 13.6qt (12.9L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 7gph (26.5lph) |
| Torque (Max) | 360ft-lb (488.1Nm) |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 130hp (96.9kw) |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Air Cleaner | 2-Stage Dry |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40gal (151.4L) |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
