2023 Vermeer BC1500

BC1500 BRUSH CHIPPER

GENERAL

Length: 179" (454.7 cm) Height: 104" (264.2 cm) Width: 86" (218.4 cm)

ENGINE \

Make/Model: PSI 5.7L gasoline - 165 hp (123 kW) Number of cylinders: 8

Gross horsepower: 165 hp (123 kW)

Torque: 300 ft-lb (406.8 Nm) @ 1600 rpm

Fuel tank capacity: 45 gal (107.3 L) steel fuel tank Fuel type: Gasoline

Recommended oil: API “for gasoline engines”

Oil volume with filter: 5 qt (4.7 L)

Coolant capacity (engine and radiator): 5 gal (18.9 L) Alternator: 70 amp

Fan: 18.75” (47.6 cm) suction

Weight without winch: 6960 lb (3157 kg)

Tongue weight with winch: 1020 lb (462.7 kg) Weight (with winch): 7360 lb (3338 kg)

Contact your local Vermeer dealer for engine availability in your region.

FEED SYSTEM

Chipping capacity: 15" (38.1 cm) Infeed opening height: 18.25" (46 cm) Infeed opening width: 15.75" (40 cm) Feed roller orientation: Vertical

Feed table height: 32" (81.3 cm)

Max feed speed: 125 fpm (38.1 m/min) Feed roller diameter: 20.9" (53.1 cm)

CUTTING SYSTEM

Drum speed: 2050 rpm

Drum cutting diameter: 23.8" (60.5 cm)

Drum thickness: .4" (10.2 mm)

Knives: 2 knives – .625" x 5" x 8" (1.6 cm x 12.7 cm x 20.3 cm) Engagement system: Automotive-style clutch

CAPACITIES/ELECTRICAL

Lights: LED front, rear, side, brake and taillights

CHASSIS/BRAKES

Frame: .25" (6.4 mm) Z channel, 7" (17.8 cm) Tires: LT 285/75R16 LR E

Axle/Suspension: Torsion

DISCHARGE SYSTEM

Discharge height: 104" (264.2 cm) Degree of rotation: 270°