Powered by a 125-hp (93-kW) John Deere Tier 3 diesel engine, the BC1500 powers through material up to 15 in (38.1 cm) in diameter.

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Automatic throttle and clutch system prevent high-throttle clutch engagement to reduce frequent clutch plate adjustments. Extra-large 45-gal (170.3-L) fuel tank lets you put in more hours before refueling. The optional winch can help load larger logs directly onto the feed table.

Powered by a 125-hp (93-kW) John Deere Tier 3 diesel engine, the BC1500 powers through material up to 15 in (38.1 cm) in diameter.

Automatic throttle and clutch system prevent high-throttle clutch engagement to reduce frequent clutch plate adjustments. Extra-large 45-gal (170.3-L) fuel tank lets you put in more hours before refueling. The optional winch can help load larger logs directly onto the feed table.

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Features & Benefits

SmartFeed system

Improve productivity with the SmartFeed system, which monitors engine rpm and senses jams, automatically stopping or reversing the rollers as needed.

Optional hydraulic winch

Easily lift material up to 2000 lb (907.2 kg) with the optional hydraulic winch.

Improved operator safety

Provides operator safety with a 67.4-in (171.2-cm) long feed table for extra distance and exclusive bottom feed stop bar system.

3-year/3000-hour extended limited warranty

Protect your investment with a 3-year/3000-hour extended limited warranty on drum housings, cutter drums, shaft and ring feeder hubs in addition to the 1-year/1000-hour Vermeer equipment limited warranty.

Specifications

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  • General Dimensions and Weights

    • Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In 179 in 454.7 cm
    • Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended 217 in 551.2 cm
    • Width 86 in 218.4 cm
    • Height 104 in 264.2 cm
    • Weight - Engine Option One 6907 lbs 3133 kg
    • Tongue Weight - Engine Option One 947 lbs 429.6 kg
    • Horsepower Options 125 hp (93.21 kW)
  • Engine - Option one

  • Feed System

  • Safety System

  • Drum/Disc Cutting System

  • Cutter Drive Components - Engine Option One

  • Discharge System

  • Hydraulic System

  • Electrical System

  • Chassis

  • Winch Option

  • Other Options

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