2025 Vermeer® Brush Chippers BC900XL
- Year 2025
- Make Vermeer®
- Model Brush Chippers
2025 Vermeer® Brush Chippers BC900XL
BC900XL highlights- Enhanced chipping capabilities
- Optimal access to key machine maintenance areas
- Safety features built with the operator in mind
Features may include:
Intelligent feeding- SmartFeed, a patented feed-sensing control system, boosts operator productivity and reduces engine strain by monitoring engine rpm and controlling feed rollers.
- The large infeed opening simplifies feeding irregular material and reduces the need for crosscuts before feeding the chipper.
- Designed with ease of maintenance in mind, the BC900XL features a dripless oil filter and conveniently located grease points to help reduce service time.
- The patented bottom feed stop bar is strategically positioned so the operator can strike it to shut off the feed mechanism.
- VermeerOne™ Platform isn’t just a tool or platform. It’s an experience — one designed to simplify equipment management, empower users with real time data to make smarter decisions, and help maximize productivity and profitability.
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
Briggs and Stratton Vanguard
Engine Power
Gross Horsepower (Maximum): 35 hp
Engine Torque, Maximum
53 ft-lb
Air Cleaner
Engine-mounted
Oil Filter
Spin-on
Cooling
Medium: Air
Motor
Motor Type
Manufacturer: White | Displacement: 33.1 CID
Fuel System
Fuel System
Max Fuel Consumption: 3.2 gph
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Drivetrain
Clutch
Drive Engagement: Clutchless PTO
Suspension
Suspension
Axle: 3500 lb (1587.6 kg) / 3500 lb (1587.6 kg) with electric brakes
Wheels & Tires
Tires, Rear Specification
ST215/75R14
Wheels
14" (35.6 cm)
Battery
Battery
Group 24 - 580 CCA
Electric
Alternator
20 amp
Electrical
System Voltage: 12 V
Operational
Operating Speed
Feed: 140 ft/min | Drum/Disc Cutting System: 1500 rpm
Operating Conditions
Actuation Force (BFSB): 34 lbs
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Type
System: Tandem Center | Filtration Method: 10 micron return
Hydraulic Pump
At Maximum RPM: 5 gpm
Maximum Pressure
System relief: 2500 psi | Auto Reverse: 2300 psi
Airflow
3925 cfm
Chassis
Frame Type
3/16 in. x 5-5/8 in. (.5 cm x 14.3 cm)
Hitch/Type
Pintle or ball
Dimensions
Dimensions
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation: 25 deg | Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum: 4 in | Infeed Throat Capacity: 9 in x 14 in (22.9 cm x 35.6 cm) | Pinch Point - Distance to End of Feed Table: 65 in | Distance from Feed Table to Ground: 29 in | Infeed Table Material Thickness: .2 in | Safety System - Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter: 2 in / Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness: 11 GA / Diameter: 2 in / Material Thickness: .1 in | Drum/Disc Cutting System - Material Capacity: 9 in / Thickness: 1 in / Diameter: 33 in / Knife Size: 5" x 11.75" (12.7 cm x 29.8 cm) / 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 / Bedknife Thickness: .8 in | Discharge System - Bottom Thickness: .1 in / Top Thickness: .1 in / Side Wall Thickness: .1 in / Deflector Thickness: .1 in / Chute Rotation Angle: 270 deg | Tongue: 3" x 5" 3/16" (7.6 cm x 12.7 cm x .5 cm) Tube
Length
Feed Table Up, Tongue: 140.4 in | Table Down, Tongue Extended: 154.8 in | Feed Roller: 13.5" long (34.3 cm) | Infeed Table: 26 in
Width
79.5 in | Infeed Table: 48 in
Height
97 in | Infeed Hopper: 32 in | Chute: 96.7 in
Roller Diameter
Feed: 15.8" (40 cm)
Bore
2.2 in
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
Tank: 16 gal
Oil capacity
With Filter: 2.9 qt
Hydraulic Capacity
Tank: 6.8 gal
Load Capacity, Land
Feed Roller Clamp: 560 lbs
Features
Dynamic Capacity: 31400 lbs | Static Capacity: 53500 lbs
Weights
Weight
3060 lbs | Tongue: 320 lbs | Feed Roller: 210 lbs | With Shaft: 330 lbs
Features
Features
Feed Roller Orientation: Horizontal | Number of Feed Rollers: 1 | Number of Feed Roller Motors: 1 | Reset Method: Dual green hold-to-run buttons | Four positions: Emergency stop, forward, stop and reverse | Safety Lock - Number of Positions: 6 | Fixture: Method Bolt-on | Useable Edges: 2 | Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges: 2 | Cutter Drive - Type: Dual spherical roller / Number of Bearings: 2 / Manufacturer: Linkbelt / Rotation Type: Manual dual handles with pin lock
Oil Type
Recommended: 10W30 / Vermeer VMF Gold
Construction Material
Drum/Disc Cutting System: A8 chipper steel | Bedknife: Grade 50
Knife Quantity
Feed System: 12 | Drum/Disc Cutting System: 2 / Bolts/Knife: 5
Paddle Quantity
2
Belt Type
Chipper - Polyester Cord with wrap