2025 Vermeer® Horizontal Grinders HG6800TX
- Year 2025
- Make Vermeer®
- Model Horizontal Grinders
- Engine C27
2025 Vermeer® Horizontal Grinders HG6800TX
HG6800TX highlights- A flagship horizontal grinder built to maximize productivity and efficiency
- Robust build quality for confident longevity
- Maintenance-friendly design optimizes serviceability
- Equipped with Vermeer innovations to help protect your investment and optimize efficiency
Features may include:
Productive and powerful- For enhanced flexibility within a single machine, a dedicated chip drum, adjustable for product size ranging from .125 in - 1 in (.3 cm - 2.5 cm), is available.
- The HG6800TX features low sidewalls to aid in feeding whole trees with minimal restriction, reducing the number of operator interactions with the material after loading and allowing the operator to focus on the next load.
- The Series III hardfaced duplex drum offers durability and convenient maintenance, with the ability to remove and replace single hammers and balance the drum externally.
- The SmartFeed system monitors engine rpm and adjusts grinding speed for optimal machine performance.
- An industry-leading, full-function, wireless remote control lets you adjust machine settings from the cab as conditions change, including control of the infeed settings, engine droop, conveyor height and more.
- 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.
- Reduce the quantity and distance of thrown material debris with the Thrown Object Deflector (TOD), strategically placed to reduce interference when loading over-length material.
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Engine
C27
Emissions
Tier 4F (Stage 4)
Cylinder Liners
12
Engine Power
950 hp
Engine Torque, Maximum
3212 ft-lb
Air Cleaner
Dry-type with primary and secondary elements and restriction indicator
Oil Filter
Full-flow, spin-on
Cooling
Medium: Liquid
Motor
Motor Type
Track Drive: Hydrostatic with planetary transmission
Fuel System
Fuel System
Max Consumption: 47.5 gph
Fuel Type
Ultra-low sulfer diesel (<15 ppm)
Drivetrain
Clutch
Hydraulic-operated wet clutch with PTO | Engagement: Push-button | System Type: Open-loop
Drive System
Motor: Fixed displacement, geroler | Planetary (Qty 2): 34.2:1
Suspension
Suspension
Air-ride
Brakes
Brake System Type
Radial piston motor | Air-actuated with spring-applied parking brake | Track: Spring-applied, hydraulic-release wet disc parking brake
Wheels & Tires
Tires, Rear Specification
445/50R22.5 LR L (super singles)
Wheels
Aluminum
Battery
Battery
Group 8-D, 1400 CCA (Qty 2) | Radio: AA (Qty 6)
Electric
Alternator
24 volt | System Protection: Fused
Operational
Operating Speed
Drum: 1200 rpm | Belt: 877 ft/min | tracks Maximum: 2.8 mph | tracks Maximum Creep - (Low): 1.4 mph
Operating Conditions
Air to Boil Temperature: 126 deg
Performance
Noise Level
120 dB(A)
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Type
System: Open-loop, pressure- and flow-compensated | Fan System: Open-loop, pressure compensated | Screen Area: 3583 sq in
Pump Type
Variable displacement, axial piston | Clutch: Fixed displacement, gear pump
Hydraulic Pump
At Maximum RPM: 63.3 gpm / 32.3 gpm |/ 25.7 gpm | Clutch: 8.9 gpm | Tracks: 57.6 gpm
Maximum Pressure
System Relief: 4200 psi / 3000 psi | Clutch: 260 psi | Tracks: 5000 psi
Chassis
Hitch/Type
Fifth wheel
Frame Type
DT6
Lights and Safety
Lighting
Trailer Type: 12-24V LED
Dimensions
Dimensions
Infeed Roller Diameter: 36.1 in | Drum Diameter: 28 in | Tip Diameter: 36.4 in | Drum Skin Thickness: 1.5 in | Bearing - Inner Race Diameter: 6 in | Center Retention Pin Dimensions: 2" dia x 79.35" L | Knife Thickness - 9 in: .625 in (1.6 cm) | Shaft diameter - 9 in: 6.5 in | Knife Thickness - 4.5 in: .625 in (1.6 cm) | Shaft diameter - 4.5 in: 6.5 in | Screen Dimensions: 1" thick | Liner Dimensions: .75, 1" (1.9 cm, 2.5 cm) thick | Anvil Type: Fabricated steel with replaceable wear surfaces | Anvil Dimensions: 6.6" x 18.2" x 81" (16.7 cm x 46.2 cm x 205.7 cm) | Idler Roller Diameter: 12 in | Idler Roller Bearing: 1-15/16, 4-bolt flange | Standard Drive Roller Diameter: 12.8 in | Magnetic Drive Roller Diameter: 12.8 in | Operating Range: Up to 300' (91.4 m)
Transport Length
Maximum: 48.1 ft | with Dolly: 48.6 ft
Transport Width
Maximum: 10 ft | with Dolly: 10 ft
Transport Height
Maximum: 12 ft | with Dolly: 12.8 in
Length
Maximum (Operation): 56.5 ft | Center Retention Pin Dimensions: 79.35" | 89.3 ft | Track on Ground: 142" (360.7 cm)
Width
Feed Table: 60 in | Infeed Roller: 56.3 in | Feed opening: 56.4-in (143.3-cm) | Millbox Opening: 60" W x 38" H | 48 in
Height
Loading: 6 ft | Feed opening: 38-in (96.5-cm) | Maximum Feed: 50 in | Millbox Opening: 38" | Load: 16.3 ft
Cutting Width
Drum: 62.4 in
Depth, Maximum
Cut Adjustable - 9 in: .125 in (.31 cm) to 1 in (2.5 cm) | Cut Adjustable - 4.5 in: 1.125 in (2.86 cm) to 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
Ground Clearance
5.3 in
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
Tank: 350 gal
Oil capacity
Volume with Filter: 71.9 qt
Hydraulic Capacity
Tank: 100 gal
Cooling System
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator): 45 gal
Features
Clutch Tank capacity: 21 gal | Per Axle: 20000 lbs
Weights
Weight
92000 lbs | Tongue - with Dolly: 45000 lbs | Axle - with Dolly: 60000 lbs | Engine Option 1 with Dolly: 105000 lbs | Dolly: 9500 lbs | Infeed Roller: 2460 lbs | Infeed roller with arm: 4945 lbs | Drum: 5321 lbs | Drum - 9 in: 6707.5 lbs | Drum - 4.5 in: 6707.5 lbs | Screen: 470 lbs
Features
Features
Fan: (Qty 2) Variable-speed, reversible | Fan - CAC: Hydraulic (variable speed) | Tooth Design: Serrated bars | Number of Teeth: 12 | Deflector Position: Variable | Number of Hammers: 10 | Number of Tips: 20 | Tip option 1: 2-bolt | Tip types: Premium wide | Useable Edges - 9 in: 1 | Number of Pockets - 9 in: 14 | Shaft Retention Type - 9 in: Keyless bushing | Useable Edges - 4.5 in: 1 | Number of Pockets - 4.5 in: 14 | Shaft Retention Type - 4.5 in: Keyless bushing | Number of Screens: 2 | Return Roller Quantity: 6 | Filtration Method: Dual in-tank return filters with suction strainer | Number of Coolers: 1 | Fan Series - FWD/REV: Reversible | Filtration Method: Spin-on, pressure filter, B6 = 1000 | Number of Coolers: 1 | Display Type: LCD | Switches: Push-button | Switches: Sealed membrane | Number of Axles: 3 | Track Type: D5 double grouser | Type of Idler: D5 excavator rollers | Number of Idlers 20
Oil Type
Recommended: CAT DEO-ULS, or API CJ-4, or ACEA E9 (15w-40) | Recommended: Vermeer HyPower 68 | Recommended: Vermeer VMF Gold
Belt Type
Drive Type: V-belt | Design: 3 ply - 330# or straight warp single ply 330# both with V cleat
Construction Material
Flare: Integrated with infeed | Drive Roller: Welded steel | Front Idler Roller: Self-cleaning steel auger | Infeed Floor: Welded steel with replaceable UHMW wear plates | Fabricated steel | 9 in:A8 mod chipper steel | 4.5 in: A8 mod chipper steel | Screen Type: Abrasion-resistant steel | Millbox lid liner: Abrasion-resistant steel | Millbox Lid Liner Dimensions: Abrasion-resistant steel | Splice: R2-stainless steel or super splice
Conveyance Type
Feed: Welded slat chain
Bearing Hanger Type
Double row, sperical roller
Knife Quantity
14 | Bolts/Knife: 4 | 4.5 in: 14 | Bolts/Knife: 2