Vermeer Equipment Brush Chippers BC1800XL Tier 4 Final Brush Chipper

BC1800XL Tier 4 Final Brush Chipper

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 Commander™ remote control and bottom feed stop bar for increased operator safety.

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General

Manufacturer Vermeer
Model BC1800XL Tier 4 Final Brush Chipper
Category Landscape, Rental, Tree Care
Price Request a Quote
Year 2024

General Dimensions and Weights

Height 107in (271.8cm)
Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended 231in (586.7cm)
Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In 177in (449.6cm)
Width 78.5in (199.4cm)
Weight (without winch and hydraulic jack) 9600lbs (4354.5kg)
Weight (with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute) 10366lbs (4701.9kg)
Make and Model John Deere 4045HFC09
Oil Filter Spin-on
Clutch Type 12" Spring Loaded
Fuel Type Diesel
Recommended Oil ACEA E-7 & E-6 or API CI-4
Clutch Drive Engagement Manual Lever
Fan 26" Suction
Alternator 90
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) 32gal (121.1L)
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation 30deg
Oil Volume with Filter 15.5qt (14.7L)
Torque (Max) 492ft-lb (667.1Nm)
Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 173hp (129kw)
Cooling Medium Liquid
Air Cleaner 2 Stage Dry
Fuel Tank Capacity 35gal (132.5L)
Number of Cylinders 4
Hydraulic Chute Controls Optional
Extended Warranty Optional
Special Paint Optional
Adjustable Height Discharge Chute Optional
Preventive Maintenance Optional
Make and Model Cummins QSF3.8L Tier 4 Final
Fuel Type Diesel
Torque (Max) 360ft-lb (488.1Nm)
Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 130hp (96.9kw)
Number of Cylinders 4
Make and Model John Deere Tier 4 Final 4045HFC04
Fuel Type Diesel
Torque (Max) 398ft-lb (539.6Nm)
Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 139hp (103.7kw)
Number of Cylinders 4
Diameter 2in (5.1cm)
Positions 4: E-Stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse
Material Thickness 11in (27.9cm)
Reset Method Green Hold to Run Button
Reduced Sensitivity 12deg
Normal Sensitivity 22deg
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness 11 GA
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
Width .5in (1.3cm)
Diameter 36in (91.4cm)
Number of Knives 4
Bedknife Material 1018 CD
Bedknife Thickness 1.3in (3.2cm)
Material A8 Modified Chipper Steel
Knife Thickness .6in (1.6cm)
Material Capacity 19in (48.3cm)
Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges 4
Bedknife Size 3" x 20.25"
Air Flow 3544cfm
Fixture Method Weld on
Number of Paddles 12
Replaceable Threaded Knife Block Yes
Number of Bolts/Knife 5
Knife Size 0.625 x 5 x 10
Useable Edges 2
Safety Lock - Number of Positions 4
Weight With Shaft 1160lbs (526.2kg)
Speed 1100
Thickness 26.1in (66.4cm)
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 Spring loaded
Number of Bearings 2
Rope Choker 1/4"
Rope Line Pull 2000lbs (907.2kg)
Rope Length 150ft (45.7m)
Winch Rope 7/16"
Winch Controls Forward, Reverse, Free Spool
Winch Boom Structure 0.25 GR50
Winch Relief System 3000psi (206.8bar)
System Voltage 12
Battery 950 cca
Switches Control Panel: Ignition, throttle, Smartfeed, exhaust regeneration, and ECOIdle. Rear: Lower feed bar sensitivity
Radio Remote Control Tree Commander
Shutdown System High temp, low pressure,
Display MFD
Controller Vermeer ACS: CB02
Standard Gauges Digital Display with tachometer, hourmeter, oil pressure, water temp, and engine error codes. Fuel and DEF gauges
Hitch Type Pintle
Trailer Light Type LED
Brake Type Electric
Wheels - Option One 17.5" x 6.75" BC of 8 on 6.5"
Tires - Option One 235/75R17.5 load range H
Capacity - Option One 10,000
Manufacturer - Option One Dexter
Type - Option One Rubber Torsional
Axle/Suspension Torflex
Fender Description Integrated
Tongue Extension Two 12" Increments (for non winch)
Tongue Description 4 x 4 x 0.375
Toolbox Description Standard
Frame Description 7" x 2.13" Channel
Tank capacity 12gal (45.4L)
System relief pressure 2800psi (193.1bar)
System Type Open Center
Recommended Oil Type Vermeer VMF
Oil Cooler No
Directional Control Yes
Flow Control Yes
Auto Reverse PSI 2400psi (165.5bar)
Filtration Method 3 micron return, 100 micron suction
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM 6.3gpm (23.8L/min)
Number of Knives 11
Infeed Table Material Thickness .2in (.5cm)
Distance from Feed Table to Ground 30.5in (77.5cm)
Infeed Throat Capacity 20" x 24"
Infeed Hopper Height 34in (86.4cm)
Infeed Table Length 36in (91.4cm)
Infeed Table Width 67in (170.2cm)
Feed Speed 117ft/min
Motor Manufacturer White RE470
Motor Displacement 28.4
Number of Feed Roller Motors 2
Weight of Feed Roller (Option Two) 116lbs (52.6kg)
Number of Knives (2) 11
Feed Roller Dimension (Two) 23.5" x 18
Weight of Feed Roller 116lbs (52.6kg)
Feed Roller Dimension 23.5" x 18
Feed Roller Clamp Type Spring
Feed Roller Clamp Load 380lbs (172.4kg)
Number of Feed Rollers 2
Feed Roller Orientation Vertical
Rotational Lock Self Lock
Rotation Type Worm gear with rotational lock
Chute Rotation Angle 270deg
Deflector Thickness .1in (.3cm)
Side Wall Thickness .1in (.3cm)
Top Thickness .3in (.8cm)
Bottom Thickness .1in (.2cm)
Chute Height 110in (279.4cm)