Vermeer 15' Brush Chipper
BC1500
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Specifications

Powered by a 125 hp/93 kW John Deere tier 3 diesel engine, the BC1500 powers through material up to 15”/38 cm in diameter. Automatic throttle and clutch system prevent high-throttle clutch engagement to reduce frequent clutch plate adjustments. Extra-large 45-gallon/170 L fuel tank lets you put in more hours before refueling. The optional winch can help load larger logs directly onto the feed table.

Features and benefits

  • Improve productivity with the SmartFeed system, which monitors engine rpm and senses jams, automatically stopping or reversing the rollers as needed.
  • Easily lift material up to 2000 lbs/907 kg with the optional hydraulic winch
  • Provides operator safety with a 67.4”/171 cm long feed table for extra distance and exclusive bottom feed stop bar system.
  • 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.
  • See your Vermeer dealer for comprehensive service and genuine Vermeer replacement parts.

Equipment specifications

Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In
170" (454.7 cm)
Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended
217" (551.2 cm)
Width
86" (218.4 cm)
Height
104" (264.2 cm)
Weight - Engine Option One
6907 lbs (3133 kg)
Tongue Weight - Engine Option One
947 lbs (429.6 kg)
Horespower Options
125 hp (93.21 kW)
Engine Option One
Make and Model
John Deere 4045H Tier 3
Number of Cylinders
4
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)
125 hp (93.2 kw)
Torque (Max)
355 ft-lb (481.3 Nm)
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 gal (170.3 L)
Max Fuel Consumption
7 gph (26.5 lph)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Air Cleaner
Two stage dry with safety element
Oil Filter
Spin on
Recommended Oil
API CC/CD
Oil Volume with Filter
14 qt (13.3 L)
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation
30 deg
Cooling Medium
Liquid
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator)
30 gal (113.6 L)
Alternator
65 amp
Fan
26 " (66.04 cm) suction
Clutch Type
Automotive style
Clutch Drive Engagement
Manual
Feed System
Feed Roller Orientation
Vertical
Number of Feed Rollers
2
Feed Roller Clamp Load
300 lbs (136.1 kg)
Feed Roller Clamp Type
Spring
Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum
1.3"
Feed Roller Dimension
20.9" (53.09 cm) diameter
Number of Knives
12
Weight of Feed Roller
120 lbs (54.4 kg)
Feed Roller Dimension (Two)
20.9" (53.09 cm)
Number of Knives (2)
12
Number of Feed Roller Motors
2
Motor Displacement
28.3
Motor Manufacturer
White Hydraulics
Feed Speed
122 ft/min
Infeed Table Width
15" (38.1 cm)
Infeed Table Length
30" (76.2 cm)
Infeed Hopper Height
20" (50.8 cm)
Infeed Throat Capacity
15" x 20" (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm)
Pinch Point - Distance to End of Feed Table
67.4" (171.2 cm)
Distance from Feed Table to Ground
27.2" (69.1 cm)
Infeed Table Material Thickness
.2" (.5 cm)
Safety System
Bottom Feed Stop Bar
Standard
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter
2" (5.1 cm)
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness
11 GA
Actuation Force (BFSB)
34 lbs (15.4 kg)
Normal Sensitivity
22 deg
Reduced Sensitivity
12 deg
Reset Method
Green hold to run button
Four Position Feed Control Bar
Standard
Diameter
2" (5.1 cm)
Material Thickness
.1" (0.3 cm)
Positions
Four positions: Emergency stop, Forward, Neutral, and Reverse
Actuation Force
34 lbs (15.4 kg)
Green Hold to Run Button
Standard
Drum/Disc Cutting System
Material Capacity
15" (38.1 cm)
Width
22" (55.9 cm)
Thickness
.4" (1 cm)
Diameter
22.5" (57.2 cm)
Speed
1980 rpm
Weight with Shaft
540 lbs (244.9 kg)
Stafety Lock - Number of Positions
2
Number of Knives
2
Knife Thickness
.6 " (1.6 cm)
Material
A8 chipper steel
Useable Edges
2
Knife Size
.625 " x 5 " x 8 " (1.59 cm x 12.7 cm x 20.32 cm)
Number of Bolts/Knife
3
Replaceable Threaded Knife Block
Yes
Number of Paddles
5
Fixture Method
Weld on
Air Flow
4600 cfm
Bedknife Size
2.5
Bedknife Thickness
1.5 " (3.8 cm)
Bedknife Material
HRLC Steel
Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges
2
Cutting Drive Components - Engine Option One
Number of Bearings
2
Bore
2.4" (6.2 CM)
Type
Spherical roller
Manufacturer
Linkbelt
Dynamic Capacity
31400 lbs (14242.8 kg)
Static Capacity
535oo lbs (24267.2 kg)
Belt Idler/Tensioner
Spring loaded
Belt Type
5V
Discharges System
Chute Height
104" (264.2 cm)
Bottom Thickness
.1" (.2 cm)
Top Thickness
.1" (0.3 cm)
Side Wall Thickness
.1" (0.3 cm)
Deflector Thickness
0" (0 cm)
Chute Rotation Angle
270 deg
Rotation Type
Manual worm gear drive
Rotational Lock
Self locking gear set plus an additional steel plate rotation lock
Hydraulic System
Tank Capacity
12 gal (45.4 L)
Recommended Oil Type
Vermeer VMP
System Type
Open Center
Filtration Method
3 micron return, 100 micron suction
Pump Flow at Max RPM
5.5 gpm (20.9 L/min)
System relief pressure
2800 psi (193.1 bar)
Auto Reverse PSI
2650 psi (182.7 bar)
Flow Control
Yes
Directional Control
Yes
Oil Cooler
No
Electrical System
System Voltage
12 volt
Battery
950 CCA
Standard Gauges
Tach/hourmeter (includes toggle to obtain oil pressure, water temp, engine error codes) fuel gauge
Deluxe Gauges
Switches
Droop and toggle switches
Controller
Vermeer ACS
Display
LED
Shutdown System
High temp. low pressure
Radio Remote Control
No
Chassis
Frame Description
25 " (0.64 cm) Z channel, 7 " (17.78 cm)
Toolbox Description
Standard
Tongue Description
2.5 " x 4.5 " x .375 " (6.35 cm x 11.43 cm x 0.95 cm)
Tongue Extension
Extends 18 " (45.72 cm)
Hitch Type
Pintle
Fender Description
Bolt on
Axle/Suspension
Torsion
Type - Option One
Rubber torsional
Manufacturer - Option One
Dexter
Capacity - Option One
7000
Tires - Option One
ST235/80R16 LrE std
Wheels - Option One
16 " (40.64 cm)
Tires - Option Two
LT 285/75R16 LR E
Wheels - Option Two
16 " (40.64 cm)
Brake Type
Electric
Trailer Light Type
LED's
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