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The Vermeer BC1500 brush chipper uses a precision-balanced 22.5-in (57.2-cm) drum with two 5-in x 8-in (12.7-cm x 20.3-cm) A8 double-sided knives to chip through material up to 15 in (38.1 cm). Powered by a Tier 4 Final Cummins diesel engine and a PSI 5.7L gas engine, the BC1500 can handle the toughest of material with ease.
Features and benefits
| Fender Description | Bolt-on |
| Hitch Type | Pintle |
| Frame Description | .25" (6 mm) Z channel, 7" (17.8 cm) |
| Toolbox Description | Standard |
| Tongue Extension | Ext. 18" (45.2 cm) |
| Tongue Description | 2.5" x 4.5" x .375" (6.4 cm x 11.4 cm x 1 cm) |
| Tires - Option One | LT 285/75R16 LR E |
| Axle/Suspension | Torsion |
| Capacity - Option One | 8000 lb (3628.7 kg) |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Dexter |
| Type - Option One | Rubber torsional |
| Wheels - Option One | 16" (40.6 cm) |
| Trailer Light Type | LED |
| Brake Type | Electric |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Spring-loaded |
| Belt Type | 5V |
| Type | Spherical roller |
| Rotation Type | Manual worm gear drive |
| Rotational Lock | Self-locking gear set plus an additional steel plate rotation lock |
| Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges | 2 |
| Bedknife Size | 2.5" (6.4 cm) |
| Fixture Method | Weld-on |
| Number of Paddles | 5 |
| Knife Size | .625" x 5" x 8" (1.6 cm x 12.7 cm x 20.3 cm) |
| Safety Lock - Number of Positions | 2 |
| Speed | 2208 RPM |
| Replaceable Threaded Knife Block | Yes |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 3 |
| Useable Edges | 2 |
| Bedknife Material | HRLC steel |
| Material | A8 chipper steel |
| Radio Remote Control | optional - via IK |
| Switches | Droop sensitivity, exhaust aftertreatment enable/disable and EcoIdle toggle switches |
| Battery | 950 |
| Standard Gauges | Multifunction Display (MFD) (shows various engine parameters and error codes), fuel gauge, DEF gauge, pressure, water temp, engine error codes) |
| System Voltage | 12 |
| Display | Multifunction Display (MFD) |
| Controller | Vermeer ACS |
| Shutdown System | High coolant temp, low oil pressure |
| Oil Filter | Spin-on |
| Make and Model | Cummins QSF3.8L T4F - 130 hp |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Manual |
| Fan | 22" (55.9 cm) suction |
| Clutch Type | Automotive-style |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Alternator | 135 amps |
| Recommended Oil | API CJ-4 or ACEA-E9 |
| Air Cleaner | 2-stage dry with safety element |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Make and Model | PSI 5.7L |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Manual lever |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Clutch Type | 13" spring loaded clutch |
| Oil Filter | Spin-on |
| Air Cleaner | 2-stage dry |
| Recommended Oil | API |
| Fan | 18.7 suction |
| Alternator | 70 Amp |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Feed Roller Dimension | 20.9" (53.1 cm) diameter |
| Motor Manufacturer | White |
| Feed Roller Orientation | Vertical |
| Number of Feed Rollers | 2 |
| Feed Roller Clamp Type | Spring |
| Motor Displacement | 28.3 cu in (468.8 cu cm) |
| Infeed Throat Capacity | 15" x 20" (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm) |
| Sound Power | 125 |
| Horsepower Options | Cummins QSF3.8L T4F - 130 hp |
| Filtration Method | 3 micron return, 100 micron suction |
| Oil Cooler | No |
| Directional Control | Yes |
| Flow Control | Yes |
| Recommended Oil Type | Vermeer VMF |
| System Type | Open center |
| Special Paint | Optional |
| Extended Warranty | Optional |
| Preventive Maintenance | Optional |
| Remote Control | Tree Commander Remote Control Optional |
| Hydraulic Chute Controls | Optional |
| Four Position Feed Control Bar | Standard |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar | Standard |
| Green Hold to Run Button | Standard (one on each side) |
| Reset Method | Green Hold-to-Run button |
| Positions | 4: E-stop, forward, neutral, reverse |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness | 11 GA |
