BC1800XL Gas Brush Chipper

Whether you are a municipality or a tree service company and working on a jobsite which calls for large-diameter chipping, look to the Vermeer BC1800XL gas brush chipper. Built with strength for demanding conditions, it has the power needed for land-clearing and tree care operations. The BC1800XL gas brush chipper is equipped with features such as patented SmartFeed control system, EcoIdle™ engine control system, Tree Commander™ remote control and bottom feed stop bar for increased operator safety.

General

Manufacturer Vermeer
Model BC1800XL Gas Brush Chipper
Category Landscape, Rental, Tree Care
Price Request a Quote
Year 2024

Engine - Option one

Oil Filter Spin-on
Make and Model Origin 6.2L
Clutch Drive Engagement Manual Lever
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation 20deg
Fan 18.7
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) 5gal (18.9L)
Clutch Type 13" Spring Loaded Clutch
Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 172hp (128.3kw)
Cooling Medium Liquid
Max Fuel Consumption 11.7gph (44.3lph)
Fuel Tank Capacity 50gal (189.3L)
Torque (Max) 322ft-lb (436.6Nm)
Alternator 70
Recommended Oil API
Air Cleaner 2 Stage Dry
Number of Cylinders 8
Oil Volume with Filter 5qt (4.7L)
Fuel Type Gas
Number of Knives 11
Feed Roller Dimension 23.5" x 18"
Motor Manufacturer White RE470
Number of Feed Roller Motors 2
Feed Roller Orientation Vertical
Number of Feed Rollers 2
Feed Roller Dimension (Two) 23.5" x 18"
Weight of Feed Roller (Option Two) 116lbs (52.6kg)
Feed Roller Clamp Type Spring
Motor Displacement 28.4
Infeed Hopper Height 34in (86.4cm)
Number of Knives (2) 11
Weight of Feed Roller 116lbs (52.6kg)
Infeed Table Length 36in (91.4cm)
Infeed Throat Capacity 20" x 24"
Feed Speed 117ft/min
Infeed Table Width 67in (170.2cm)
Infeed Table Material Thickness .2in (.5cm)
Distance from Feed Table to Ground 30.5in (77.5cm)
Feed Roller Clamp Load 380lbs (172.4kg)
Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges 4
Bedknife Size 3" x 20.25"
Weight With Shaft 1160lbs (526.2kg)
Air Flow 3544cfm
Thickness .5in (1.3cm)
Diameter 36in (91.4cm)
Fixture Method Weld on
Number of Paddles 12
Number of Knives 4
Knife Size 0.625 x 5 x 10
Safety Lock - Number of Positions 4
Speed 1100
Replaceable Threaded Knife Block Yes
Number of Bolts/Knife 5
Useable Edges 2
Width 26.2in (66.4cm)
Bedknife Thickness 1.3in (3.2cm)
Bedknife Material 1018 CD
Material Capacity 19in (48.3cm)
Knife Thickness .6in (1.6cm)
Material A8 Modified Chipper Steel
Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended 231in (586.7cm)
Length with Winch (Additional) 360in (914.4cm)
Sound Power 124
Height 107in (271.8cm)
Width 78.5in (199.4cm)
Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In 177in (449.6cm)
Weight (without winch and hydraulic jack) 8800lbs (3991.6kg)
Weight (with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute) 9300lbs (4218.4kg)
Four Position Feed Control Bar Standard
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Standard
Green Hold to Run Button Standard
Reset Method Green Hold to Run Button
Diameter 2in (5.1cm)
Reduced Sensitivity 12deg
Normal Sensitivity 22deg
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter 2in (5.1cm)
Material Thickness 11in (27.9cm)
Positions 4: E-Stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness 11 GA
Winch Rope 7/16"
Rope Length 150ft (45.7m)
Winch Controls Forward, Reverse, Free Spool
Rope Choker 1/4"
Rope Line Pull 2000lbs (907.2kg)
Winch Boom Structure 0.25 GR50
Winch Relief System 3000psi (206.8bar)
Special Paint Optional
Extended Warranty Optional
Preventive Maintenance Optional
Adjustable Height Discharge Chute Optional
Hydraulic Chute Controls Optional
Manufacturer Linkbelt
Dynamic Capacity 41800lbs (18960.2kg)
Belt Idler/Tensioner Spring loaded
Belt Type 5V
Bore 2.9in (7.4cm)
Type Spherical roller
Number of Bearings 2
Static Capacity 71500lbs (32431.9kg)
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 2850psi (196.5bar)
Tank capacity 12gal (45.4L)
Recommended Oil Type Vermeer VMF
System Type Open Center
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM 6.3gpm (23.8L/min)
Radio Remote Control Tree Commander
Switches Control Panel: Ignition, throttle, Smartfeed, and ECOIdle. Rear: Lower feed bar sensitivity
Battery 950 cca
Standard Gauges Digital Display with tachometer, hourmeter, oil pressure, water temp, and engine error codes.
System Voltage 12
Display MFD
Controller Vermeer ACS: CB02
Shutdown System High temp, low pressure,
Fender Description Integrated
Hitch Type Pintle
Frame Description 7" x 2.13" Channel
Toolbox Description Standard
Tongue Extension Two 12" Increments (for non winch)
Tongue Description 4 x 4 x 0.375
Tires - Option One 235/75R17.5 load range H
Axle/Suspension Torflex
Capacity - Option One 10,000
Manufacturer - Option One Dexter
Type - Option One Rubber Torsional
Wheels - Option One 17.5" x 6.75" BC of 8 on 6.5"
Trailer Light Type LED
Brake Type Electric
Rotation Type Worm gear with rotational lock
Rotational Lock Self Lock
Chute Rotation Angle 270deg
Deflector Thickness .1in (.2cm)
Chute Height 110in (279.4cm)
Side Wall Thickness .1in (.3cm)
Bottom Thickness .1in (.2cm)
Top Thickness .2in (.5cm)