Speed and large capacity equals high productivity.

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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.

Speed and large capacity equals high productivity.

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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Features & Benefits

Vertical feed rollers

Reduce vibration and structural loading to the rear of the machine with vertical feed rollers designed with helical cleats that hold material more firmly.

Improved operator safety

Provides operator safety with a 62.5-in (158.8-cm) long feed table for extra distance and exclusive bottom feed stop bar system.

Tree Commander remote control

With the standard Tree Commander remote control, jobsite productivity is improved by allowing the operator to control brush chipper functions remotely. The remote can be attached to the operator’s belt or held in an optional bracket mounted directly to the operator’s station of a Vermeer mini skid steer.

Specifications

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  • General Dimensions and Weights

    • Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In 177 in 449.6 cm
    • Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended 231 in 586.7 cm
    • Width 78.5 in 199.4 cm
    • Height 107 in 271.8 cm
    • Weight (without winch and hydraulic jack) 9600 lbs 4354.5 kg
    • Weight (with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute) 10366 lbs 4701.9 kg
  • Engine - Option one

    • Make and Model John Deere 4045HFC09
    • Number of Cylinders 4
    • Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 173 hp 129 kw
    • Torque (Max) 492 ft-lb 667.1 Nm
    • Fuel Tank Capacity 35 gal 132.5 L
    • Fuel Type Diesel
    • Air Cleaner 2 Stage Dry
    • Oil Filter Spin-on
    • Recommended Oil ACEA E-7 & E-6 or API CI-4
    • Oil Volume with Filter 15.5 qt 14.7 L
    • Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation 30 deg
    • Cooling Medium Liquid
    • Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) 32 gal 121.1 L
    • Alternator 90
    • Fan 26" Suction
    • Clutch Type 12" Spring Loaded
    • Clutch Drive Engagement Manual Lever
  • Engine - Option two

    • Make and Model Cummins QSF3.8L Tier 4 Final
    • Number of Cylinders 4
    • Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 130 hp 96.9 kw
    • Torque (Max) 360 ft-lb 488.1 Nm
    • Fuel Type Diesel
  • Engine - Option three

    • Make and Model John Deere Tier 4 Final 4045HFC04
    • Number of Cylinders 4
    • Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 139 hp 103.7 kw
    • Torque (Max) 398 ft-lb 539.6 Nm
    • Fuel Type Diesel
  • Feed System

    • Feed Roller Orientation Vertical
    • Number of Feed Rollers 2
    • Feed Roller Clamp Load 380 lbs 172.4 kg
    • Feed Roller Clamp Type Spring
    • Feed Roller Dimension 23.5" x 18
    • Number of Knives 11
    • Weight of Feed Roller 116 lbs 52.6 kg
    • Feed Roller Dimension (Two) 23.5" x 18
    • Number of Knives (2) 11
    • Weight of Feed Roller (Option Two) 116 lbs 52.6 kg
    • Number of Feed Roller Motors 2
    • Motor Displacement 28.4
    • Motor Manufacturer White RE470
    • Feed Speed 117 ft/min
    • Infeed Table Width 67 in 170.2 cm
    • Infeed Table Length 36 in 91.4 cm
    • Infeed Hopper Height 34 in 86.4 cm
    • Infeed Throat Capacity 20" x 24"
    • Distance from Feed Table to Ground 30.5 in 77.5 cm
    • Infeed Table Material Thickness .2 in .5 cm
  • Safety System

    • Bottom Feed Stop Bar Standard
    • Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter 2 in 5.1 cm
    • Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness 11 GA
    • Normal Sensitivity 22 deg
    • Reduced Sensitivity 12 deg
    • Reset Method Green Hold to Run Button
    • Four Position Feed Control Bar Standard
    • Diameter 2 in 5.1 cm
    • Material Thickness 11 in 27.9 cm
    • Positions 4: E-Stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse
    • Green Hold to Run Button Standard
  • Drum/Disc Cutting System

    • Material Capacity 19 in 48.3 cm
    • Width .5 in 1.3 cm
    • Thickness 26.1 in 66.4 cm
    • Diameter 36 in 91.4 cm
    • Speed 1100
    • Weight With Shaft 1160 lbs 526.2 kg
    • Safety Lock - Number of Positions 4
    • Number of Knives 4
    • Knife Thickness .6 in 1.6 cm
    • Material A8 Modified Chipper Steel
    • Useable Edges 2
    • Knife Size 0.625 x 5 x 10
    • Number of Bolts/Knife 5
    • Replaceable Threaded Knife Block Yes
    • Number of Paddles 12
    • Fixture Method Weld on
    • Air Flow 3544 cfm
    • Bedknife Size 3" x 20.25"
    • Bedknife Thickness 1.3 in 3.2 cm
    • Bedknife Material 1018 CD
    • Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges 4
  • Cutter Drive Components - Engine Option One

    • Number of Bearings 2
    • Bore 2.9 in 7.5 cm
    • Type Spherical roller
    • Manufacturer Linkbelt
    • Dynamic Capacity 41800 lbs 18960.2 kg
    • Static Capacity 71500 lbs 32431.9 kg
    • Belt Idler/Tensioner Spring loaded
    • Belt Type 5V
  • Discharge System

    • Chute Height 110 in 279.4 cm
    • Bottom Thickness .1 in .2 cm
    • Top Thickness .3 in .8 cm
    • Side Wall Thickness .1 in .3 cm
    • Deflector Thickness .1 in .3 cm
    • Chute Rotation Angle 270 deg
    • Rotation Type Worm gear with rotational lock
    • Rotational Lock Self Lock
  • Hydraulic System

    • Tank capacity 12 gal 45.4 L
    • Recommended Oil Type Vermeer VMF
    • System Type Open Center
    • Filtration Method 3 micron return, 100 micron suction
    • Pump Flow at Maximum RPM 6.3 gpm 23.8 L/min
    • System relief pressure 2800 psi 193.1 bar
    • Auto Reverse PSI 2400 psi 165.5 bar
    • Flow Control Yes
    • Directional Control Yes
    • Oil Cooler No
  • Electrical System

    • System Voltage 12
    • Battery 950 cca
    • Standard Gauges Digital Display with tachometer, hourmeter, oil pressure, water temp, and engine error codes. Fuel and DEF gauges
    • Switches Control Panel: Ignition, throttle, Smartfeed, exhaust regeneration, and ECOIdle. Rear: Lower feed bar sensitivity
    • Controller Vermeer ACS: CB02
    • Display MFD
    • Shutdown System High temp, low pressure,
    • Radio Remote Control Tree Commander
  • Chassis

    • Frame Description 7" x 2.13" Channel
    • Toolbox Description Standard
    • Tongue Description 4 x 4 x 0.375
    • Tongue Extension Two 12" Increments (for non winch)
    • Hitch Type Pintle
    • Fender Description Integrated
    • Axle/Suspension Torflex
    • Type - Option One Rubber Torsional
    • Manufacturer - Option One Dexter
    • Capacity - Option One 10,000
    • Tires - Option One 235/75R17.5 load range H
    • Wheels - Option One 17.5" x 6.75" BC of 8 on 6.5"
    • Brake Type Electric
    • Trailer Light Type LED
  • Winch Option

    • Winch Relief System 3000 psi 206.8 bar
    • Winch Boom Structure 0.25 GR50
    • Winch Controls Forward, Reverse, Free Spool
    • Winch Rope 7/16"
    • Rope Length 150 ft 45.7 m
    • Rope Line Pull 2000 lbs 907.2 kg
    • Rope Choker 1/4"
  • Other Options

    • Special Paint Optional
    • Extended Warranty Optional
    • Preventive Maintenance Optional
    • Adjustable Height Discharge Chute Optional
    • Hydraulic Chute Controls Optional

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