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Vermeer Terrain Leveler® surface excavation machines (SEM) deliver more than rock-penetrating power.

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Vermeer SEM's combine productivity with precision, and are built to handle big jobs in your surface mine, quarry, civil construction or site prep application.

The Terrain Leveler® surface excavation machines (SEM) deliver more than rock-penetrating power. Comprised of a tractor and attachment, the Terrain Leveler SEM gives you the ability to choose between the chain-drive and direct-drive attachments for surface mining, overburden removal, road construction and soil remediation. Terrain Leveler is loaded with several features, including the optional dust suppression system that helps reduce the use of water and minimize the dust on site.

The Terrain Leveler SEM is designed to maximize machine simplicity with a hydrostatic transmission that provides less moving parts compared to mechanical systems. Wide track width and low center of gravity provide stability – while dual hydrostatic tracks allow for maximum maneuverability – including 360-degree counter-rotation. The rear-mounted drum and top-down cutting helps minimize machine contact with the cut material. A tilt mechanism on the drum helps manage the bench to allow for the formation of a flat, smooth floor.

Vermeer Terrain Leveler® surface excavation machines (SEM) deliver more than rock-penetrating power.

Vermeer SEM's combine productivity with precision, and are built to handle big jobs in your surface mine, quarry, civil construction or site prep application.

The Terrain Leveler® surface excavation machines (SEM) deliver more than rock-penetrating power. Comprised of a tractor and attachment, the Terrain Leveler SEM gives you the ability to choose between the chain-drive and direct-drive attachments for surface mining, overburden removal, road construction and soil remediation. Terrain Leveler is loaded with several features, including the optional dust suppression system that helps reduce the use of water and minimize the dust on site.

The Terrain Leveler SEM is designed to maximize machine simplicity with a hydrostatic transmission that provides less moving parts compared to mechanical systems. Wide track width and low center of gravity provide stability – while dual hydrostatic tracks allow for maximum maneuverability – including 360-degree counter-rotation. The rear-mounted drum and top-down cutting helps minimize machine contact with the cut material. A tilt mechanism on the drum helps manage the bench to allow for the formation of a flat, smooth floor.

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Product Lineup

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    Gross Horsepower

    Width Ranges

  • T855III Terrain Leveler SEM
    Gross Horsepower 350 hp 261 kw
    Width Ranges 101"-104" (256.5 cm - 264.2 cm) 101"-104" (256.5 cm - 264.2 cm)
  • T955III Terrain Leveler SEM
    Gross Horsepower 415 hp 309.5 kw
    Width Ranges 114 " (289.6 cm) 114 " (289.6 cm)
  • T1055III Terrain Leveler SEM
    Gross Horsepower 415 hp 309.5 kw
    Width Ranges 116 " - 122 " (294.6 cm - 309.9 cm) 116 " - 122 " (294.6 cm - 309.9 cm)
  • T1155III Terrain Leveler SEM
    Gross Horsepower 540 hp 402.7 kw
    Width Ranges 118"-120" (292.1 cm - 304.8 cm) 118"-120" (292.1 cm - 304.8 cm)
  • T1255III Chain Drive Terrain Leveler SEM
    Gross Horsepower 600 hp 447.4 kw
    Width Ranges 134" (340.4 cm) 134" (340.4 cm)
  • T1255III Direct Drive Terrain Leveler SEM
    Gross Horsepower 600 hp 447.4 kw
    Width Ranges 134" (340.4 cm) 134" (340.4 cm)
  • T1655III Terrain Leveler SEM
    Gross Horsepower 1200 hp 894.8 kw
    Width Ranges 20.4' (6.2 m) - with Terrain Leveler attachment 20.4' (6.2 m) - with Terrain Leveler attachment

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Additional resources

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Benefits of using a Vermeer Terrain Leveler SEM

Benefits of using a Vermeer Terrain Leveler SEM

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Applications and site work

Applications and site work

Put this machine to work in your surface mine, quarry or civil construction application.

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