HG6000 Horizontal Grinder

The HG6000 features a Cat C-rated C18 Tier 4 Final engine specifically chosen to meet the demands of your operation as well as those set by governmental regulations. It also comes with two adjustable screens – allowing you to mix and match screens to meet your end product needs for a variety of applications. So what exactly does this mean for you? Simply put, this system allows for more versatility on the jobsite meeting your end-product needs from mulch to biofuel markets all with one machine.

General

Manufacturer Vermeer
Model HG6000 Horizontal Grinder
Category Recycling, Renewable Energy, Wood Waste
Price Request a Quote
Year 2024

Engine - Option two

Fan - CAC Hydraulically-driven, reversible
Sound Power 121 dB(A)
Drive Belt Type Synchronous
Clutch Engagement Push button
Clutch Type Hydraulic-operated wet clutch, PT Tech
Fan Hydraulically-driven, reversible
Alternator 24 V 95 A
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) 28.7gal (108.6L)
Cooling Medium Liquid (nitrite-free pre-diluted 50/50)
Oil Volume with Filter 36qt (34.1L)
Recommended Oil API CJ-4, ECF-3 or API CK-4 Ultra Low Sulfur
Oil Filter Full-flow, spin-on
Air Cleaner Dry-type with primary & secondary elements and restriction indicator
Fuel Type Ultra-low sulfur diesel (<15 gpm)
Max Fuel Consumption 37.9gph (143.5lph)
Fuel Tank Capacity 350gal (1324.9L)
Torque (Max) 2582ft-lb (3500.7Nm)
Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 755hp (563kw)
Number of Cylinders 6
Make and Model Caterpillar C18 Tier 4i
Damage Defense Yes
Vermeer Confidence Plus Asset Protection Program Optional
Magnetic discharge conveyor pulley Yes
Tips Yes
Air Compressor Optional
Special Paint Yes
Extended Warranty Yes
Special Tools Group Yes
Screens Yes
Preventative Maintenance Optional
Radio remote type R424
Channel Setting 50 channels
Battery Type AA (qty 6)
Operating Range Up to 300' (91.4 m)
Switches Sealed membrane
Operational Faults Yes
Machine Information Yes
Engine Information Yes
Display Type LCD
Infeed roller weight with arm 3483lbs (1579.9kg)
Feed opening 32-in (81.3-cm) high x 56.4-in (143.3-cm) wide
Tank capacity (5th wheel) 30gal (113.6L)
Maximum Pressure 175psi (12.1bar)
Engine Honda, 11.7 hp (8.7 kW)
Air Compressor Brand Mi-T-M
Maximum Air Flow 29cfm (.8cmm)
Millbox lid liner Abrasion-resistant steel
Anvil Type Fabricated steel with replaceable wear surfaces
Liner Dimensions 1" thick x 5.6" W x 65.4" L (2.5 cm thick x 14.2 cm W x 166.1 cm L)
Millbox Lid Liner Dimensions Abrasion resistant steel
Number of Sides 1
Screen Area 3317sq in (21400sq cm)
Screen Type Fabricated out of abrasion-resistant steel
Screen Dimensions 3/4" (1.9 cm) thick
Number of Screens 2
Shaft Retention Type Keyless bushing
Shaft diameter 6.5in (16.5cm)
Number of Pockets 14
Replaceable Threaded Knife Block Yes
Number of Bolts/Knife 2
Material A8 mod chipper steel
Useable Edges 1
Knife Thickness .625 in (1.6 cm)
Number of Knives 28
Depth of Cut Adjustable: .125 in (.31 cm) to 1 in (2.5 cm)
Drum Weight 5946lbs (2697.1kg)
Center Retention Pin Dimensions 2" diameter x 75.3" L (5.1 cm diameter x 191.3 cm L)
Number of Tips 20
Number of Hammers 10
Bearing - Inner Race Diameter 5.5in (14cm)
Bearing Type Double row, spherical roller
Drum Speed 1086rpm
Drum Skin Thickness 1.5in (3.8cm)
Tip Diameter 36.4in (92.5cm)
Drum Diameter 28in (71.1cm)
Millbox Opening 60" W x 32" H (152.4 cm W x 81.3 cm H)
Drum Cutting Width 62.4in (158.5cm)
Tip types Premium wide
Drum Weight 4741lbs (2150.5kg)
Center Retention Pin Dimensions 2" diameter x 75.3" L (5.1 cm diameter x 191.3 cm L)
Number of Tips 20
Number of Hammers 10
Bearing - Inner Race Diameter 5.5in (14cm)
Bearing Type Double row, spherical roller
Drum Speed 1086rpm
Drum Skin Thickness 1.5in (3.8cm)
Drum Cutting Width 62.4in (158.5cm)
Drum Diameter 28in (71.1cm)
Millbox Opening 60" W x 32" H (152.4 cm W x 81.3 cm H)
Tip Diameter 36.4in (92.5cm)
Infeed roller weight with arm 3350lbs (1519.5kg)
Feed opening 32-in (81.3-cm) high x 56.4-in (143.3-cm) wide
Feed Roller Down Pressure Adjustable
Drive Planetary Two options (HD - 26.18:1) (STD - 34.2:1)
Drive Motor Fixed displacement motor/planetary
Number of Teeth 13 bars
Tooth Design Serrated bars
Material Type Fabricated steel
Maximum Feed Height 32in (81.3cm)
Infeed Roller Diameter 36in (91.4cm)
Infeed Roller Width 56in (142.2cm)
Infeed Roller Length 47.2in (119.9cm)
Infeed Floor Construction Welded steel with replaceable UHMW wear plates
Front Idler Roller Construction Self-cleaning steel auger
Drive Roller Construction Welded steel
Drive Type Radial piston motor
Material Construction Steel
Feed Conveyor Type Welded slat chain
Flare Construction Integrated with infeed
Feed Table Length - Option One 20ft (6.1m)
Feed Table Width 60in (152.4cm)
Fan - CAC Hydraulically-driven, reversible
Sound Power 121 dB(A)
Drive Belt Type Synchronous
Clutch Engagement Push-button
Clutch Type Hydraulic-operated wet clutch, PT Tech
Fan Hydraulically-driven, reversible
Alternator 24 V 95 A
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) 28.7gal (108.6L)
Cooling Medium Liquid (nitrite-free, pre-diluted 50/50)
Oil Volume with Filter 36qt (34.1L)
Recommended Oil API CJ-4, ECF-3 or API CK-4 Ultra Low Sulfur
Oil Filter Full-flow, spin-on
Air Cleaner Dry-type with primary and secondary elements and restriction indicator
Fuel Type Ultra-low sulfur diesel (<15 ppm)
Max Fuel Consumption 37.9gph (143.5lph)
Fuel Tank Capacity 350gal (1324.9L)
Torque (Max) 2582ft-lb (3500.7Nm)
Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 755hp (563kw)
Number of Cylinders 6
Make and Model Caterpillar C18 Tier 4F (Stage V)
Axle Weight 44000lbs (19958.1kg)
Maximum Height (Transport) 13.1ft (4m)
Maximum Width (Transport) 8.2ft (2.5m)
Weight 65000lbs (29483.5kg)
Maximum Length - Transport 38.8ft (11.8m)
Tongue Weight 21000lbs (9525.4kg)
Tires - Option One Aluminum
Capacity per Axle 18740lbs (8500.3kg)
Manufacturer - Option One Hendrickson
Suspension Type Leaf spring suspension
Number of Axles 3
Trailer Light Type 12-24V LED
Brake Type Air-actuated with spring-applied parking brake
Hitch Type Fifth wheel
Tongue Description Integrated into infeed structure
Frame Description Unit body construction
Fender Description Formed steel, replaceable
Switches Moisture-proof, toggle style
Gauges Two, fuel level and hydraulic pressure
Machine Information yes
Engine Information Yes
Display Type LCD
Operational Faults yes
System Protection Fused
Battery Group 8-D, 1155 CCA (Qty 2)
System Voltage 24 Volt
System relief pressure 260psi (17.9bar)
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM 12.4gpm (46.9L/min)
Pump Type Fixed displacement, gear pump
System Type Open-loop
Filtration Method Spin-on, pressure filter, B6 = 1000
Recommended Oil VMF Gold
Tank capacity 18gal (68.1L)
Number of Coolers 1
Fan Series - FWD/REV Reversible
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM 36.2gpm (137L/min)
Pump Type Variable displacement, axial piston
System Type Open-loop, pressure- and flow-compensated
Motor Series Fixed displacement, Geroler
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM 25.7gpm (97.3L/min)
Pump Type Fixed displacement, gear pump
System Type Open-loop
System Relief Pressure 3000
System Relief Pressure 4,000 psi (276 bar)
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM 32.4
Pump Type Variable displacement, axial piston
System Type Open-loop, pressure- and flow-compensated
Filtration Method Dual in-tank return filters (B5=200)
Recommended Oil Vermeer HyPower 68
Tank capacity 100gal (378.5L)
Number of Coolers 2
Load Height 14ft (4.3m)
Belt Speed 780ft/min (237.7m/min)
Drive Motor Bearings 1-15/16, 4-bolt flange
Drive Motor Fixed displacement, Geroler
Magnetic Drive Roller Diameter 12.8in (32.5cm)
Standard Drive Roller Diameter 12.8in (32.5cm)
Idler Roller Bearing 1-15/16, 4-bolt flange
Idler Roller Diameter 12in (30.5cm)
Return Roller Quantity 4
Belt Design 3 ply - 330# or straight warp single ply 330# both with V cleat
Width 48in (121.9cm)
Length 81.3ft (24.8m)
Splice R2-stainless steel or Super splice
Deflector Position Variable
Thrown Object Deflector Standard
Sound Power 122 dB(A)
Clutch Engagement Push button
Clutch Type Hydraulic-operated wet clutch, PT Tech
Cooling Medium Liquid (nitrite-free pre-diluted 50/50)
Oil Filter Full-flow, spin-on
Max Fuel Consumption 32.9gph (124.5lph)
Fuel Tank Capacity 350gal (1324.9L)
Make and Model CAT C18 T3/Stage IIIA