Vermeer BC1500 Brush Chipper

Specifications

Model	BC1500 Brush Chipper	Category Name	Equipment	Year	2025
Sale Type	New	Manufacturer	Vermeer	Odometer	km
Price	Contact for price CAD

Description

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.

DIMENSIONS

Width

86 in (218.4 cm)

Height

104 in (264.2 cm)

Sound_Power

125

Weight_-_Engine_Option_One

7800 lbs (3538 kg)

Length_with_Winch_(Additional)

13 in (33 cm)

Length_-_Feed_Table_Up,_Tongue_In

179 in (454.7 cm)

Tongue_Weight_-_Engine_Option_One

940 lbs (426.4 kg)

Length_-_Table_Down,_Tongue_Extended

217 in (551.2 cm)

OPERATIONAL

Diameter

1.5 in (3.8 cm)

Thickness

26.1 in (66.3 cm)

Reset_Method

Green Hold to Run Button

Actuation_Force

34 lbs (15.4 kg)

Weight_With_Shaft

1160 lbs (526.2 kg)

Material_Thickness

11 in (27.9 cm)

Infeed_Table_Length

60.5 in (153.7 cm)

Infeed_Hopper_Height

35 in (88.9 cm)

Weight_of_Feed_Roller

350 lbs (158.8 kg)

Actuation_Force_(BFSB)

34 lbs (15.4 kg)

Bottom_Feed_Stop_Bar_Diameter

2 in (5.1 cm)

Feed_Roller_Minimum_Distance_to_Drum

5 in (12.7 cm)

FEATURES & OPTIONS

Features

Bottom Feed Stop Bar
Directional Control Yes
Flow Control Yes
Four Position Feed Control Bar
Replaceable Threaded Knife Block Yes
Toolbox Description

Options

Air Cleaner - 2-stage dry
Air Cleaner - 2-stage dry with safety element
Alternator - 135 amps
Alternator - 70 Amp
Belt Idler/Tensioner - Spring-loaded
Belt Type - 5V
Bore - 2.4 in (6.2 cm)
Clutch Drive Engagement - Manual
Clutch Drive Engagement - Manual lever
Clutch Type - 13" spring loaded clutch
Clutch Type - Automotive-style
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) - 5 gal (18.9 L)
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) - 5.5 gal (20.8 L)
Cooling Medium - Liquid
Dynamic Capacity - 31400 lbs (14242.8 kg)
Extended Warranty - Optional
Fan - 18.7 suction
Fan - 22" (55.9 cm) suction
Fuel Tank Capacity - 45 gal (170.3 L)
Fuel Tank Capacity - 50 gal (189.3 L)
Fuel Type - Diesel
Fuel Type - Gasoline
Gross Horsepower (Maximum) - 130 hp (96.9 kw)
Gross Horsepower (Maximum) - 165 hp (123 kw)
Hydraulic Chute Controls - Optional
Make and Model - Cummins QSF3.8L T4F - 130 hp
Make and Model - PSI 5.7L
Manufacturer - Linkbelt
Max Fuel Consumption - 11.7 gph (44.3 lph)
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation - 20 deg
Number of Bearings - 2
Number of Cylinders - 4
Number of Cylinders - 8
Oil Filter - Spin-on
Oil Volume with Filter - 13.6 qt (12.9 L)
Oil Volume with Filter - 5 qt (4.7 L)
Preventive Maintenance - Optional
Recommended Oil - API
Recommended Oil - API CJ-4 or ACEA-E9
Remote Control - Tree Commander Remote Control Optional
Special Paint - Optional
Static Capacity - 53500 lbs (24267.2 kg)
Torque (Max) - 300 ft-lb (406.7 Nm)
Torque (Max) - 360 ft-lb (488.1 Nm)
Type - Spherical roller

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