Able to chip heavily branched material up to 9 in (22.9 cm) in diameter and 14 in (35.6 cm) wide, the BC900XL is ideal for line clearing and general cleanup needs. In combination, the Vermeer-exclusive SmartFeed system, and its 35 hp (26.1 kW) Briggs and Stratton gas engine, pulls in and processes difficult material.
| Manufacturer | Vermeer |
| Model | BC900XL Brush Chipper |
| Category | Landscape, Rental, Tree Care |
| Price | Request a Quote |
| Year | 2024 |
| Height | (246.4cm) |
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option One | (145.1kg) |
| Weight - Engine Option One | (1388kg) |
| Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended | (393.2cm) |
| Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In | (356.6cm) |
| Width | (201.9cm) |
| Make and Model | Briggs and Stratton Vanguard |
| Oil Filter | Spin-On |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Recommended Oil | 10W30 |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Clutchless PTO |
| Alternator | 20 amp |
| Oil Volume with Filter | (2.7L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | (12.1lph) |
| Torque (Max) | (71.9Nm) |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | (26.1kw) |
| Cooling Medium | Air |
| Air Cleaner | Engine-mounted |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | (60.6L) |
| Extended Warranty | Yes |
| Special Paint | Yes |
| Preventive Maintenance | Yes |
| Diameter | (5.1cm) |
| Positions | Four positions: Emergency stop, forward, stop and reverse |
| Material Thickness | (.3cm) |
| Reset Method | Dual green hold-to-run buttons |
| Reduced Sensitivity | 12deg |
| Normal Sensitivity | 22deg |
| Actuation Force (BFSB) | (15.4kg) |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness | 11 GA |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter | (5.1cm) |
| Green Hold to Run Button | Standard |
| Four Position Feed Control Bar | Standard |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar | Standard |
| Diameter | (83.8cm) |
| Number of Knives | 2 |
| Bedknife Material | Grade 50 |
| Bedknife Thickness | (1.9cm) |
| Material | A8 chipper steel |
| Knife Thickness | (1.6cm) |
| Material Capacity | (22.9cm) |
| Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges | 2 |
| Bedknife Size | 5" x 12.1" (12.7 cm x 30.7 cm) horizontal and 5" x 8.8" (12.7 cm x 22.4 cm) vertical |
| Air Flow | 3925cfm |
| Fixture Method | Bolt-on |
| Number of Paddles | 2 |
| Replaceable Threaded Knife Block | Yes |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 5 |
| Knife Size | 5" x 11.75" (12.7 cm x 29.8 cm) |
| Useable Edges | 2 |
| Safety Lock - Number of Positions | 6 |
| Weight With Shaft | (149.7kg) |
| Speed | 1500 rpm |
| Thickness | (2.5cm) |
| Type | Dual spherical roller |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Bore | (5.6cm) |
| Static Capacity | (24267.2kg) |
| Dynamic Capacity | (14242.8kg) |
| Belt Type | Chipper - Polyester Cord with wrap |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Yes |
| Number of Bearings | 2 |
| System Voltage | 12 V |
| Battery | Group 24 - 580 CCA |
| Shutdown System | Engine |
| Controller | Vermeer ACS |
| Standard Gauges | Hour meter |
| Hitch Type | Pintle or ball |
| Manufacturer - Option Two | Dexter |
| Type - Option Two | Rubber torsional |
| Axle/Suspension - Option Two | 3500 lb (1587.6 kg) with electric brakes |
| Wheels - Option One | 14" (35.6 cm) |
| Tires - Option One | ST215/75R14 |
| Capacity - Option One | 3500 (1587.6 kg) |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Dexter |
| Type - Option One | Rubber torsional |
| Axle/Suspension | 3500 lb (1587.6 kg) |
| Fender Description | Bolt-on |
| Tongue Description | 3" x 5" 3/16" (7.6 cm x 12.7 cm x .5 cm) Tube |
| Frame Description | 3/16 in. x 5-5/8 in. (.5 cm x 14.3 cm) |
| Tank capacity | (25.7L) |
| System relief pressure | (172.4bar) |
| System Type | Tandem Center |
| Recommended Oil Type | Vermeer VMF Gold |
| Auto Reverse PSI | (158.6bar) |
| Filtration Method | 10 micron return |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | (18.9L/min) |
| Number of Knives | 12 |
| Infeed Table Material Thickness | (.5cm) |
| Distance from Feed Table to Ground | (73.7cm) |
| Pinch Point - Distance to End of Feed Table | (165.1cm) |
| Infeed Throat Capacity | 9 in x 14 in (22.9 cm x 35.6 cm) |
| Infeed Hopper Height | (81.3cm) |
| Infeed Table Length | (66cm) |
| Infeed Table Width | (121.9cm) |
| Feed Speed | 140ft/min |
| Motor Manufacturer | White |
| Motor Displacement | 33.1 CID |
| Number of Feed Roller Motors | 1 |
| Weight of Feed Roller | (95.3kg) |
| Feed Roller Dimension | 15.8" dia x 13.5" long (40 cm x 34.3 cm) |
| Feed Roller Clamp Type | Spring/weight |
| Feed Roller Clamp Load | (254kg) |
| Number of Feed Rollers | 1 |
| Feed Roller Orientation | Horizontal |
| Rotational Lock | Yes |
| Rotation Type | Manual dual handles with pin lock |
| Chute Rotation Angle | 270deg |
| Deflector Thickness | (.3cm) |
| Side Wall Thickness | (.3cm) |
| Top Thickness | (.3cm) |
| Bottom Thickness | (.2cm) |
| Chute Height | (245.6cm) |
