Designed for enhanced cutting

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The Vermeer SC552 stump cutter is designed to maneuver through tough jobsite conditions. A unique four-bar linkage allows the cutter wheel to move away from the machine as the boom drops down toward the stump, reducing the need to reposition the entire unit. This machine can achieve cutting heights of 31 in (78.7 cm) above ground and 25 in (63.5 cm) below grade. The four wheel drive and variable speed control gives the SC552 traction in difficult ground conditions and, an optional remote provides propel, boom and steering function control. Chips can be easily moved on the jobsite with the standard 34 in (86.4 cm) wide front-mounted chip blade.

Designed for enhanced cutting

The Vermeer SC552 stump cutter is designed to maneuver through tough jobsite conditions. A unique four-bar linkage allows the cutter wheel to move away from the machine as the boom drops down toward the stump, reducing the need to reposition the entire unit. This machine can achieve cutting heights of 31 in (78.7 cm) above ground and 25 in (63.5 cm) below grade. The four wheel drive and variable speed control gives the SC552 traction in difficult ground conditions and, an optional remote provides propel, boom and steering function control. Chips can be easily moved on the jobsite with the standard 34 in (86.4 cm) wide front-mounted chip blade.

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Features & Benefits

Compact footprint

Get into tight spots with side-mounted controls that are easy to reach, and an auxiliary control station that lets the operator lead or follow the machine through narrow confines.

Easy maintenance access

Reduce maintenance time through features like hinged doors and removable panels that give you easy access to service pumps.

Confidence Plus® asset protection program

Add Confidence Plus® asset protection program in your initial purchase or add it anytime within the standard one-year warranty period. When you finance your maintenance expenses, you can know and plan for a fixed cost upfront. Check with your local Vermeer dealer for specific model availability.

Specifications

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  • General Dimensions and Weights

    • Length 147 in 373.4 cm
    • Width 35 in 88.9 cm
    • Height 76.5 in 194.3 cm
    • Weight - Engine Option One 4000 lbs 1814.4 kg
    • Width with Dual Wheel Option (Additional) 56 in 142.2 cm
  • Engine - Option one

    • Make and Model Kohler KDI 1903
    • Number of Cylinders 3
    • Gross Horsepower (Maximum) 56 hp 41.8 kw
    • Torque (Max) 165 ft-lb 223.7 Nm
    • Fuel Tank Capacity 14.5 gal 54.9 L
    • Max Fuel Consumption 2.4 gph 9.2 lph
    • Fuel Type Diesel
    • Air Cleaner Dry type safety element and restriction indicator
    • Oil Filter Cartridge Style
    • Recommended Oil SAE 10W30 Low SAPS - ACEA E6-E9
    • Oil Volume with Filter 9.4 qt 8.9 L
    • Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation 30 deg
    • Cooling Medium Liquid
    • Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) 1.7 gal 6.2 L
    • Alternator 100 amp
    • Fan Suction
    • Clutch Type Hydrostatic Transmission
  • Cutterwheel System

    • Cutterwheel Diameter without Teeth 23 in 58.4 cm
    • Cutterwheel Thickness 1.1 in 2.9 cm
    • Cutterwheel Speed 1124 rpm
    • Cutterwheel Straight Line Dimension 72 in 182.9 cm
    • Cutterwheel Cut Above Ground 31 in 78.7 cm
    • Cutterwheel Cut Below Ground 25 in 63.5 cm
    • Tooth Description Yellow Jacket Cutting System
    • Number of Teeth 26
    • Number of Indexes 2 per tooth
    • Number of Pockets 26
    • Reversible Pockets/Teeth Yes- standard
    • Cutterwheel Guard Standard
    • Chip Containment 28.2 cu ft .8 cu m
  • Cutterwheel Drive Components

    • Lower Gearbox 90 degree
    • Oil Type - Lower Gearbox Syn 75W90
    • Oil Capacity - Lower Gearbox 1.6 qt 1.5 L
    • Driveshaft Standard
    • Driveshaft - U Joints 2 standard with double lip seals
  • Hydraulic System

    • Tank capacity 17 gal 64.4 L
    • Recommended Oil Type Vermeer HyPower 68
    • System Type 2 closed loops and 1 open
    • Filtration Method Suction strainers, one charge pump filter and one 3 micron return filter
    • Directional Control Electric over hydraulic
    • Oil Cooler Standard
  • Electrical System

    • System Voltage 12 Volt
    • Battery 950 CCA
    • Deluxe Gauges DP05 Display - Fuel,Hour Meter, Selectible
    • Warning Lights Low oil pressure, high engine temperature, alternator/charging, wait to start glow plug indicator, high and low hydraulic temp, ACS controller function lights- various functions shown on controller
    • Switches Two-speed ground drive, blade, steering, differential propel lock, SmartSweep settings, cutterwheel engage/disengage, creep, propel system joystick and boom controls joystick
    • Controller Vermeer ACS
    • Shutdown System High coolant temperature, low oil pressure and high hydraulic oil temperature
    • Radio Remote Control Functions include: propel forward/reverse; boom up/down, boom left/right, steering left/right, blade up/down, SmartSweep settings, travel speed high/low, differential lock, throttle
  • Chassis

    • Frame Description Welded tube and plate steel
    • Control Station Description Swing out control station with three available positions plus auxiliary control station
    • Operator Vision Shield Description Abrasion resistant coated polycarbonate, 3/16" thick
    • Toolbox Description Standard
    • Steerable Axle Type Two wheels, hydraulic
    • Degree of Oscillation 15 deg
    • Turning Radius 105 deg
    • Axle/Suspension Steerable axle type
    • Tires - Standard Rear:Duals, 23x8.5-14
    • Wheels - Standard Rear: 14" x 6" (35.56 cm x 15.24 cm)
    • Brake Type Spring applied, hydraulic release at planetary drives and hydrostatic braking (closed loop)
  • Option One

    • Chip Blade Dimension Standard - 34 inches wide, 13.75 inches tall
    • Blade Travel Above Ground 14 in 35.6 cm
    • Bumper .75" (1.9 cm) plate
  • Remote Control Option

    • Radio Remote Control Optional
    • Remote Functions Engine stop, throttle, cutter wheel engage, swing, raise/lower, propel, creep, smartsweep
    • Remote Display LED
    • Remote Range 300'
  • Other Options

    • Special Paint Optional
    • Extended Warranty 2 years/ 2000 hours or 3 years/3000 hours
    • Preventive Maintenance Optional
  • Operator Presence System

    • Description Capacitive Handles - Swing/Raise & Lower
    • Sensor Type Capacitive Handles
    • Quantity/Location 2 - Swing Out Station
    • Visual Interface Indicator Light/Display

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