2025 Vermeer® Brush Chippers AX17

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2025 Vermeer® Brush Chippers AX17

AX17 highlights
  • Increase machine feeding efficiency on the job
  • Transport from job to job with ease
  • Optimize crew size for increased productivity

Features may include:

Robust performance
  • The AX17 delivers maximum pull-in force, making feeding of large-diameter logs and branchy limbs easier.
  • A fixed infeed table design and oversized infeed opening gives the operator optimal performance and durability when mechanically feeding.
Transport with ease
  • With a weight under 10,000 lb (4536 kg), there's no need to have a CDL certified driver to transport this machine.
Intelligent feeding
  • SmartFeed, a patented feed-sensing control system, boosts operator productivity and reduces engine strain by monitoring engine rpm and controlling feed rollers.
  • SmartCrush minimizes down pressure until the feed roller climbs onto the material, then increases pressure to push it to the cutter drum, allowing the operator to focus on the next load.
  • The EcoIdle™ engine control system reduces engine speed to a preset lower rpm after one to five minutes of inactivity, saving fuel and reducing jobsite noise.
  • Dual offset horizontal feed rollers lessen the need for the operator to manually control the machine when feeding large-diameter logs.
Jobsite efficiency
  • The patented winch boom design can be raised out of the way when mechanically feeding the machine.
  • 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.
Safety
  • The patented bottom feed stop bar is strategically positioned so the operator can strike it to shut off the feed mechanism.

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Highlights

  • La Crete, Alberta
  • 2025
  • Vermeer®
  • Brush Chippers AX17
  • T4
  • Diesel
  • Available
  • 78.5 in | Infeed Table: 59.5 in
  • 110.5 in | Infeed Hopper: 29 in | Chute: 110.5 in

Specifications

  • 2025
  • Vermeer®
  • Brush Chippers
  • AX17
  • Brush
  • T4
  • Cummins
  • 3.8L
  • 4
  • Gross Horsepower (Maximum): 130 hp
  • 360 ft-lb
  • 2-Stage Dry
  • Spin On
  • Medium: Liquid
  • Manufacturer: Parker | Displacement: 28.9 cu-in upper
  • Max Fuel Consumption: 7 gph
  • Diesel
  • Spring-loaded clutch | Drive Engagement: Manual lever
  • Axle: 10,000-lb torsion
  • Standard electric
  • 235/75R17.6
  • 17.5 x 6.75, bolt circle 8 on 6.6
  • Group 31 - 950 CCA
  • 60 amp
  • System Voltage: 12 volt
  • Feed: 95 ft/min | Drum/Disc Cutting System: 1800 rpm
  • Actuation Force (BFSB): 34 lbs | Actuation Force: 34 lbs
  • 116 dB(a)
  • System: Tandem center | Filtration Method: 3 micron return, no suction
  • At Maximum RPM: 6 gpm
  • System relief: 3000 psi | Auto Reverse: 2800 psi
  • Z Channel: .25-in (.64-cm) thickness
  • 3-in ID pintle
  • LED
  • Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation: 45 deg | Fan: 22 in suction | Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum: .4 in | Feed Roller: 15 in x 20 in (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm) | Feed Roller (Two): 11 in x 20 in (27.9 cm x 50.8 cm | Infeed Throat Capacity: 19.5-in x 20.5-in (49.5-cm x 52.1-cm) | Distance from Feed Table to Ground: 30 in | Infeed Table Material Thickness: .3 in | Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter: 2 in | Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness: .12 in | Safety System - Diameter: 2 in / Material Thickness: .1 in | Material Capacity: 17 in | Drum/Disc Cutting System - Thickness: .5 in / Diameter: 26 in / Knife Thickness: .8 in / Knife Size: 5 in x 10 in (12.7 cm x 25.4 cm) / Bedknife Size: 3 in x 20.25 in (7.6 cm x 51.4 cm) / Bedknife Thickness: 1.3 in | Discharge System - Bottom Thickness: .7 in / Top Thickness: .2 in / Side Wall Thickness: .1 in / Deflector Thickness: .1 in / Chute Rotation Angle: 270 deg | Tongue: 3 in x 5 in x 38 in (7.6 cm x 12.7 cm x 96.5 cm) | Tongue Extension: Extendable, 12-in
  • Feed Table Up, Tongue: 210 in | Table Down, Tongue Extended: 222 in | Infeed Table: 52 in
  • 78.5 in | Infeed Table: 59.5 in
  • 110.5 in | Infeed Hopper: 29 in | Chute: 110.5 in
  • 2.9 in
  • Tank: 40 gal
  • With Filter: 13.6 qt
  • Tank: 3 gal
  • Feed Roller Clamp: 3000 lbs
  • Feed Roller Orientation: Horizontal | Number of Feed Rollers: 2 | Feed Roller Clamp Type: Hydraulic | Number of Feed Roller Motors: (3) 2 upper, 1 lower | Reset Method: Green hold-to-run button | Four positions: E-stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse | Safety Lock - Number of Positions: 2 | Useable Edges: 2 | Fixture Method: Weld On | Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges: 2 | Number of Bearings: 2 | Cutter Drive - Type: Spherical roller / Manufacturer: Linkbelt | Discharge System - Rotation Type: Manual | Standard Gauges: MPC-12 | Display MPC-12
  • 8640 lbs | 9750 lbs (with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute) | Tongue: 1380 lbs | Feed Roller: 145 lbs | Feed Roller (Two): 105 lbs | With Shaft: 855 lbs
  • Recommended: API CJ-4 or ACEA-E9 / HY PWR 68
  • Feed System: 9 | Drum/Disc Cutting System: 2 / Bolts/Knife: 5
  • Drum/Disc Cutting System: A8 chipper steel
  • 12
  • 5V