The Vermeer BC1500 brush chipper uses a precision-balanced 22.5-in (57.2-cm) drum with two 5-in x 8-in (12.7-cm x 20.3-cm) A8 double-sided knives to chip through material up to 15 in (38.1 cm). Powered by a Tier 4 Final Cummins diesel engine and a PSI 5.7L gas engine, the BC1500 can handle the toughest of material with ease.
| Manufacturer | Vermeer |
| Model | BC1500 Brush Chipper |
| Category | Landscape, Rental, Tree Care |
| Price | Request a Quote |
| Year | 2024 |
| Oil Filter | Spin-on |
| Make and Model | Cummins QSF3.8L T4F - 130 hp |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Manual |
| Fan | 22" (55.9 cm) suction |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 5.5gal (20.8L) |
| Clutch Type | Automotive-style |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 130hp (96.9kw) |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45gal (170.3L) |
| Torque (Max) | 360ft-lb (488.1Nm) |
| Alternator | 135 amps |
| Recommended Oil | API CJ-4 or ACEA-E9 |
| Air Cleaner | 2-stage dry with safety element |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 13.6qt (12.9L) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Number of Knives | 12 |
| Feed Roller Dimension | 20.9" (53.1 cm) diameter |
| Motor Manufacturer | White |
| Feed Roller Orientation | Vertical |
| Number of Feed Rollers | 2 |
| Feed Roller Clamp Type | Spring |
| Pinch Point - Distance to End of Feed Table | 67.4in (171.2cm) |
| Motor Displacement | 28.3 cu in (468.8 cu cm) |
| Infeed Hopper Height | 32in (81.3cm) |
| Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum | 1.3in (3.3cm) |
| Weight of Feed Roller | 120lbs (54.4kg) |
| Infeed Table Length | 30.1in (76.5cm) |
| Infeed Throat Capacity | 15" x 20" (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm) |
| Feed Speed | 122ft/min |
| Infeed Table Width | 55.4in (140.7cm) |
| Infeed Table Material Thickness | .2in (.5cm) |
| Distance from Feed Table to Ground | 27.2in (69.1cm) |
| Feed Roller Clamp Load | 300lbs (136.1kg) |
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option One | 940lbs (426.4kg) |
| Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended | 217in (551.2cm) |
| Length with Winch (Additional) | 13in (33cm) |
| Weight - Engine Option One | 7800lbs (3538kg) |
| Sound Power | 125 |
| Height | 104in (264.2cm) |
| Width | 86in (218.4cm) |
| Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In | 179in (454.7cm) |
| Weight With Winch (Additional) | 280lbs (127kg) |
| Horsepower Options | Cummins QSF3.8L T4F - 130 hp |
| Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges | 2 |
| Bedknife Size | 2.5" (6.4 cm) |
| Weight With Shaft | 540lbs (244.9kg) |
| Air Flow | 4600cfm |
| Thickness | .4in (1cm) |
| Diameter | 22.5in (57.2cm) |
| Fixture Method | Weld-on |
| Number of Paddles | 5 |
| Number of Knives | 2 |
| Knife Size | .625" x 5" x 8" (1.6 cm x 12.7 cm x 20.3 cm) |
| Safety Lock - Number of Positions | 2 |
| Speed | 2208 RPM |
| Replaceable Threaded Knife Block | Yes |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 3 |
| Useable Edges | 2 |
| Width | 22in (55.9cm) |
| Bedknife Thickness | 1.5in (3.8cm) |
| Bedknife Material | HRLC steel |
| Material Capacity | 15in (38.1cm) |
| Knife Thickness | .6in (1.6cm) |
| Material | A8 chipper steel |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 |
| Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation | 20deg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50gal (189.3L) |
| Make and Model | PSI 5.7L |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Manual lever |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 5gal (18.9L) |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Clutch Type | 13" spring loaded clutch |
| Oil Filter | Spin-on |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 165hp (123kw) |
| Air Cleaner | 2-stage dry |
| Recommended Oil | API |
| Fan | 18.7 suction |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 11.7gph (44.3lph) |
| Torque (Max) | 300ft-lb (406.7Nm) |
| Alternator | 70 Amp |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 5qt (4.7L) |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Four Position Feed Control Bar | Standard |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar | Standard |
| Green Hold to Run Button | Standard (one on each side) |
| Reset Method | Green Hold-to-Run button |
| Diameter | 2in (5.1cm) |
| Reduced Sensitivity | 12deg |
| Normal Sensitivity | 22deg |
| Actuation Force (BFSB) | 34lbs (15.4kg) |
| Actuation Force | 34lbs (15.4kg) |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter | 2in (5.1cm) |
| Material Thickness | .1in (.3cm) |
| Positions | 4: E-stop, forward, neutral, reverse |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness | 11 GA |
| Special Paint | Optional |
| Extended Warranty | Optional |
| Preventive Maintenance | Optional |
| Remote Control | Tree Commander Remote Control Optional |
| Hydraulic Chute Controls | Optional |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Dynamic Capacity | 31400lbs (14242.8kg) |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Spring-loaded |
| Belt Type | 5V |
| Bore | 2.4in (6.2cm) |
| Type | Spherical roller |
| Number of Bearings | 2 |
| Static Capacity | 53500lbs (24267.2kg) |
| Filtration Method | 3 micron return, 100 micron suction |
| Oil Cooler | No |
| Auto Reverse PSI | 2650psi (182.7bar) |
| Directional Control | Yes |
| Flow Control | Yes |
| System relief pressure | 2800psi (193.1bar) |
| Tank capacity | 12gal (45.4L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Vermeer VMF |
| System Type | Open center |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 5.5gpm (20.8L/min) |
| Radio Remote Control | optional - via IK |
| Switches | Droop sensitivity, exhaust aftertreatment enable/disable and EcoIdle toggle switches |
| Battery | 950 |
| Standard Gauges | Multifunction Display (MFD) (shows various engine parameters and error codes), fuel gauge, DEF gauge, pressure, water temp, engine error codes) |
| System Voltage | 12 |
| Display | Multifunction Display (MFD) |
| Controller | Vermeer ACS |
| Shutdown System | High coolant temp, low oil pressure |
| Fender Description | Bolt-on |
| Hitch Type | Pintle |
| Frame Description | .25" (6 mm) Z channel, 7" (17.8 cm) |
| Toolbox Description | Standard |
| Tongue Extension | Ext. 18" (45.2 cm) |
| Tongue Description | 2.5" x 4.5" x .375" (6.4 cm x 11.4 cm x 1 cm) |
| Tires - Option One | LT 285/75R16 LR E |
| Axle/Suspension | Torsion |
| Capacity - Option One | 8000 lb (3628.7 kg) |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Dexter |
| Type - Option One | Rubber torsional |
| Wheels - Option One | 16" (40.6 cm) |
| Trailer Light Type | LED |
| Brake Type | Electric |
| Rotation Type | Manual worm gear drive |
| Rotational Lock | Self-locking gear set plus an additional steel plate rotation lock |
| Chute Rotation Angle | 270deg |
| Deflector Thickness | .1in (.3cm) |
| Chute Height | 104in (264.2cm) |
| Side Wall Thickness | .1in (.3cm) |
| Bottom Thickness | .1in (.2cm) |
| Top Thickness | .1in (.3cm) |
