Vermeer BC1800XL Tier 4

2025 Vermeer BC1800XL Tier 4 Final Brush Chipper

When the jobsite calls for large-diameter chipping, look to the Vermeer BC1800XL brush chipper. Built with strength for demanding conditions, the BC1800XL possesses the power and features needed for land-clearing and tree care operations. The BC1800XL is now available with a John Deere Tier 4 Final engine with 173 hp (129 kW). Other standard features include the patented SmartFeed control system, EcoIdle™ engine control system, Tree Commander™ remote control and bottom feed stop bar for increased operator safety.

Dimensions
Height	107 in (271.8 cm)
Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended	231 in (586.7 cm)
Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In	177 in (449.6 cm)
Width	78.5 in (199.4 cm)
Weight (without winch and hydraulic jack)	9600 lbs (4354.5 kg)
Weight (with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute)	10366 lbs (4701.9 kg)

Operational
Diameter	36 in (91.4 cm)
Positions	4: E-Stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse
Material Thickness	11 in (27.9 cm)
Reset Method	Green Hold to Run Button
Reduced Sensitivity	12 deg
Normal Sensitivity	22 deg
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness	11 GA
Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter	2 in (5.1 cm)
Green Hold to Run Button	Standard
Four Position Feed Control Bar	Standard
Bottom Feed Stop Bar	Standard
Width	.5 in (1.3 cm)
Number of Knives	11
Bedknife Material	1018 CD
Bedknife Thickness	1.3 in (3.2 cm)
Material	A8 Modified Chipper Steel
Knife Thickness	.6 in (1.6 cm)
Material Capacity	19 in (48.3 cm)
Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges	4
Bedknife Size	3" x 20.25"
Air Flow	3544 cfm
Fixture Method	Weld on
Number of Paddles	12
Replaceable Threaded Knife Block	Yes
Number of Bolts/Knife	5
Knife Size	0.625 x 5 x 10
Useable Edges	2
Safety Lock - Number of Positions	4
Weight With Shaft	1160 lbs (526.2 kg)
Speed	1100
Thickness	26.1 in (66.4 cm)
Hitch Type	Pintle
Trailer Light Type	LED
Brake Type	Electric
Wheels - Option One	17.5" x 6.75" BC of 8 on 6.5"
Tires - Option One	235/75R17.5 load range H
Capacity - Option One	10,000
Manufacturer - Option One	Dexter
Type - Option One	Rubber Torsional
Axle/Suspension	Torflex
Fender Description	Integrated
Tongue Extension	Two 12" Increments (for non winch)
Tongue Description	4 x 4 x 0.375
Toolbox Description	Standard
Frame Description	7" x 2.13" Channel
Tank capacity	12 gal (45.4 L)
System relief pressure	2800 psi (193.1 bar)
System Type	Open Center
Recommended Oil Type	Vermeer VMF
Directional Control	Yes
Flow Control	Yes
Auto Reverse PSI	2400 psi (165.5 bar)
Filtration Method	3 micron return, 100 micron suction
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM	6.3 gpm (23.8 L/min)
Infeed Table Material Thickness	.2 in (.5 cm)
Distance from Feed Table to Ground	30.5 in (77.5 cm)
Infeed Throat Capacity	20" x 24"
Infeed Hopper Height	34 in (86.4 cm)
Infeed Table Length	36 in (91.4 cm)
Infeed Table Width	67 in (170.2 cm)
Feed Speed	117 ft/min
Motor Manufacturer	White RE470
Motor Displacement	28.4
Number of Feed Roller Motors	2
Weight of Feed Roller (Option Two)	116 lbs (52.6 kg)
Number of Knives (2)	11
Feed Roller Dimension (Two)	23.5" x 18
Weight of Feed Roller	116 lbs (52.6 kg)
Feed Roller Dimension	23.5" x 18
Feed Roller Clamp Type	Spring
Feed Roller Clamp Load	380 lbs (172.4 kg)
Number of Feed Rollers	2
Feed Roller Orientation	Vertical
Rotational Lock	Self Lock
Rotation Type	Worm gear with rotational lock
Chute Rotation Angle	270 deg
Deflector Thickness	.1 in (.3 cm)
Side Wall Thickness	.1 in (.3 cm)
Top Thickness	.3 in (.8 cm)
Bottom Thickness	.1 in (.2 cm)
Chute Height	110 in (279.4 cm)