2025 Vermeer® Whole Tree Chippers WC2300XL - Tier 3
- Year 2025
- Make Vermeer®
- Model Whole Tree Chippers
- Engine C-13
2025 Vermeer® Whole Tree Chippers WC2300XL - Tier 3
WC2300XL highlights- Enhanced durability allows you to spend less time on maintenance
- Improved operator convenience
- Engineered for efficient material handling
Features may include:
Powerful performance- SmartCrush technology allows you to increase down pressure when difficult material enters the cutting drum.
- With the variable-speed dual-infeed conveyor chains, operators can concentrate on loading the machine, not pushing the material through.
- A CAT® C13 Tier 4 Final engine provides 440 hp (328 kW) of power to meet your jobsite demands. A Tier 3 engine option is available for less-regulated countries.
- Two knife options allow the operator to select the knife that meets their end product sizing needs.
- Built-in skid grab on the tongue allows it to be moved around onsite by a skidder or excavator.
- A remote control allows operators to view engine parameters and change a variety of machine settings.
- 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
CAT
Engine
C-13
Engine Power
Gross (Maximum): 440 hp
Emissions
Tier 3 (Stage IIIA)
Cylinder Liners
6
Engine Torque, Maximum
1483 ft-lb
Air Cleaner
Two-stage
Oil Filter
Spin-on remote
Cooling
Medium: Liquid
Motor
Motor Type
Drive: WS-Series
Fuel System
Fuel System
Max Fuel Consumption: 22.6 gph
Fuel Type
Low sulfur diesel
Drivetrain
Driveline
Planetary: Auburn Model 9 | Manufacturer: White
Clutch
Type: PT Tech electronically controlled dry | Drive Engagement: Engaged dry clutch
Displacement
Drive: 6.9 cu-in (113.1 cu-cm)
Suspension
Suspension
Dual axle | Leaf spring
Brakes
Brake System Type
Air
Wheels & Tires
Wheels
22.5 x 14 aluminum
Tires, Rear Specification
385/65R22.5 Super Single
Battery
Battery
Group 8D 1155 CCA (Dual)
Electric
Electrical
24V
Alternator
75 amps
Operational
Operating Speed
Drum/Disc Cutting System: 1169 | Feed Roller Speed: 98 ft/min
Performance
Noise Level
119 db(A)
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Type
System: Open-center | Filtration Method: Intake suction screens and return filter
Hydraulic Pump
Flow at Maximum RPM: 16 gpm
Maximum Pressure
Feed Roller Down Pressure: 1530 | System relief pressure: 4000 psi | Auto Reverse PSI: 3800 psi
Chassis
Hitch/Type
Pintle
Frame Type
10" x 4" x .375" wall rectangular tubing
Dimensions
Dimensions
Drum/Disc Cutting System - Material Capacity: 23 in / Thickness: .4 in / Diameter: 36 in / Knife Thickness: .6 in / Knife Size: 8.5 / Bedknife Size: 34" wide / Bedknife Thickness: 1.5 in (3.8 cm) / Pockets: 8.5 in | Feed Roller Distance to Drum: 1 in | Discharge System - Bottom Thickness: .1 in / Wear Plate Thickness: .2 in / Top Thickness: .2 in / Side Wall Thickness: .2 in / Deflector Thickness: .2 in / Side Deflector Angle: 14 deg | Grapple Handle: 30" wide | Infeed Slope: 6 deg | Infeed Conveyor Material Construction: .38" thick
Length
Maximum (Operation): 29.8 ft | Feed Table: 10 ft
Height
Maximum Feed: 27 in | Chute: 132 in
Width
Drum/Disc Cutting System: 34 in | Infeed Roller: 34 in | Feed Table: 98 in
Transport Length
Maximum: 29.8 ft
Transport Width
Maximum: 98 in
Transport Height
Maximum: 10.9 ft
Roller Diameter
Infeed: 28 in
Bore
Cutter Drive: 4.4 in
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
150 gal
Hydraulic Capacity
Tank: 42 gal
Oil capacity
With Filter: 36 qt
Features
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator): 18.5 gal
Weights
Weight
32700 lbs | Tongue: 6750 lbs | With Shaft: 2200 lbs | Infeed Roller: 575 lbs
Features
Features
Fan: Reversible | Safety Lock - Number of Positions: 8 | Drum/Disc Cutting System Type: Babbitted | Useable Edges: One | Replaceable Threaded Knife Block: Hex nut (4) per knife | Fixture Method: Bolt | Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges: 2 | Number of Pockets: 8 | Number of Bearings: 2 | Cutter Drive - Type: Pillow block / Manufacturer: Dodge | Tooth Design: Straight knives | Feed Roller Orientation: Horizontal | Number of Feed Rollers: One upper, one conveyor | Rotation Type: 14 | Rotational Lock: 22 | Flow Control: Two-feed roller and infeed conveyor | Switches: Toggle On/Off | Controller: ASM - C248 WC2300 | Display: DP04 | Toolbox Description: Lockable | Tongue Description: Fixed with skidder grab | Number of Infeed Chains: 1
Knife Quantity
Drum/Disc Cutting System - 8 / Bolts/Knife: 4 | Infeed System: 12
Oil Type
Recommended Oil: API CJ-4 or ECF-3 / Hy-Power 68
Belt Type
9 rib 5 V
Conveyor Type
Feed: Dual independent chain
Construction Material
Drum/Disc Cutting System: A8 chipper steel | Bedknife Material: Cold-formed low-carbon bar | Fender: Jeep style (steel)