BC1200XL Brush Chipper
When there’s tough brush-clearing work to do, you can count on a Vermeer BC1200XL to handle it.
- Maximum productivity
- Enhanced engine protection
- Can handle large materials easily
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Dual horizontal offset feed rollers
Get more done thanks do the aggressive feeding action of dual horizontal offset feed rollers.
Optional winch
Take on the heavy work with an optional winch for effortless handling of large logs.
SmartFeed system
Protect your engine with the SmartFeed system, which monitors engine speed and stops or reverses the feed rollers if needed.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine - Option one
| Oil Filter | Spin-on |
| Make and Model | Cummins QSB3.3L Turbo Tier 4i (Stage IIIB) |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Belt tensioner |
| Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation | 30 deg |
| Fan | 22" (55.8 cm) |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 2.5 gal |
| Clutch Type | Clutchless PTO |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 120 hp |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 7.1 gph |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 gal |
| Torque (Max) | 306 ft-lb |
| Alternator | 95 Amp |
| Recommended Oil | API CH-4/SJ |
| Air Cleaner | 2-stage dry with safety element |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 9 qt |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
Feed System
| Number of Knives | 8 |
| Feed Roller Dimension | 15 " (38.1 cm) |
| Motor Manufacturer | White Hydraulics |
| Number of Feed Roller Motors | 2 |
| Feed Roller Orientation | Horizontal |
| Number of Feed Rollers | 2 |
| Feed Roller Dimension (Two) | 11.14 " (28.3 cm) |
| Weight of Feed Roller (Option Two) | 80 lbs |
| Feed Roller Clamp Type | Manual cylinder |
| Pinch Point - Distance to End of Feed Table | 67.4 in |
| Infeed Hopper Height | 32 in |
| Number of Knives (2) | 12 |
| Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum | 1 in |
| Weight of Feed Roller | 150 lbs |
| Infeed Table Length | 30.1 in |
| Infeed Throat Capacity | 13.25 " x 17 " (33.65 cm x 43.18 cm) |
| Feed Speed | 110 ft/min |
| Infeed Table Width | 52 in |
| Infeed Table Material Thickness | .2 in |
| Distance from Feed Table to Ground | 27.2 in |
| Feed Roller Clamp Load | 2650 lbs |
General Dimensions and Weights
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option One | 660 lbs |
| Length with Winch (Additional) | 206 in |
| Weight - Engine Option One | 5325 lbs |
| Sound Power | 120 dB(a) |
| Height | 103 in |
| Width | 79 in |
| Sound Power - Engine Option Two | 120 dB(a) |
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option Two | 660 lbs |
| Weight - Engine Option Two | 5300 lbs |
| Weight With Winch (Additional) | 5600 lbs |
| Horsepower Options | 85 and 110 hp (63.38 and 82.03 hp) |
| Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In | 171 in |
| Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended | 210 in |
Drum/Disc Cutting System
| Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges | 4 |
| Bedknife Size | 3.5 " x 17.25 " (8.89 cm x 43.82 cm) |
| Weight With Shaft | 480 lbs |
| Air Flow | 2000 cfm |
| Thickness | .4 in |
| Diameter | 20 in |
| Fixture Method | Weld-on |
| Number of Paddles | 5 |
| Number of Knives | 2 |
| Knife Size | 0.625 " x 4.5 " x 9 " (1.59 cm x 11.43 cm x 22.86 cm) |
| Safety Lock - Number of Positions | 2 |
| Speed | 2000 rpm |
| Replaceable Threaded Knife Block | Yes |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 4 |
| Useable Edges | 2 |
| Width | 20 in |
| Bedknife Thickness | 1 in |
| Bedknife Material | 1018 |
| Material Capacity | 13.3 in |
| Knife Thickness | .6 in |
| Material | A8 chipper steel |
Engine - Option two
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation | 30 deg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 gal |
| Make and Model | Cummins QSB3.3L Turbo |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Belt tensioner |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 2.5 gal |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Clutch Type | Clutchless PTO |
| Oil Filter | Spin on |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 110 hp |
| Air Cleaner | Two stage dry with safety element |
| Recommended Oil | API CH-4/SJ |
| Fan | 20 " (50.8 cm) suction |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 6.1 gph |
| Torque (Max) | 304 ft-lb |
| Alternator | 95 Amp |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 9 qt |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
Safety System
| Four Position Feed Control Bar | Standard |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar | Standard |
| Green Hold to Run Button | Standard |
| Reset Method | Dual green hold-to-run buttons |
| Diameter | 2 in |
| Reduced Sensitivity | 12 deg |
| Normal Sensitivity | 22 deg |
| Actuation Force (BFSB) | 34 lbs |
| Actuation Force | 34 lbs |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter | 2 in |
| Material Thickness | .1 in |
| Positions | Four positions: Emergency Stop, Forward, Neutral, and Reverse |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness | 11 GA |
Winch Option
| Winch Rope | 7/16 " (1.11 cm) |
| Rope Length | 150 ft |
| Winch Controls | Forward, reverse, and free spool |
| Winch Input Speed | 51 rpm |
| Rope Choker | 0.25 " (0.64 cm) |
| Rope Line Pull | 2000 lbs |
| Winch Boom Structure | 0.25 " (0.64 cm) Grade 50 |
| Winch Relief System | 2200 psi |
Cutter Drive Components - Engine Option Two
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Number of Bearings | 2 |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Yes |
| Bore | 2.4 in |
| Belt Type | 5V |
| Type | Spherical roller |
| Dynamic Capacity | 31400 lbs |
| Static Capacity | 53500 lbs |
Other Options
| Special Paint | Optional |
| Extended Warranty | Optional |
| Preventive Maintenance | Optional |
Cutter Drive Components - Engine Option One
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Dynamic Capacity | 31400 lbs |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Yes |
| Belt Type | 5V |
| Bore | 2.4 in |
| Type | Spherical roller |
| Number of Bearings | 2 |
| Static Capacity | 53500 lbs |
Hydraulic System
| Filtration Method | 10 micron return, 100 micron suction |
| Oil Cooler | No |
| Auto Reverse PSI | 2500 psi |
| Directional Control | Yes |
| Flow Control | No |
| System relief pressure | 2500 psi |
| Tank capacity | 12 gal |
| Recommended Oil Type | Vermeer VMF |
| System Type | Open center |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 4.1 gpm |
Electrical System
| Radio Remote Control | No |
| Switches | Lower feed stop bar sensitivity, toggle |
| Battery | Group 31; 660 CCA |
| Standard Gauges | Fuel and hour gauges |
| System Voltage | 12 volt |
| Display | LED |
| Controller | Vermeer ACS |
| Deluxe Gauges | Fuel, voltage, water temperature, oil pressure, and tachometer gauges |
| Shutdown System | High temperature, low pressure |
Chassis
| Fender Description | Bolt on |
| Hitch Type | Pintle |
| Frame Description | 7 " (17.78 cm) Z channel; .25 " (0.64 cm) thickness |
| Toolbox Description | No |
| Tongue Extension | Extendable 18 " (45.7 cm) |
| Tongue Description | 2.5 " x 4.5 " x 0.38 " (6.35 cm x 11.43 cm x 0.95 cm) |
| Tires - Option One | ST235/80/R16 Load Range E |
| Axle/Suspension | Torsion |
| Wheels - Option Two | 16 " (40.64 cm) |
| Tires - Option Two | ST285/75/R16 Load Range E |
| Capacity - Option One | 7,000 lbs (3,175.15 kg) |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Dexter |
| Type - Option One | Rubber torsional |
| Wheels - Option One | 16 " (40.64 cm) |
| Trailer Light Type | LED |
| Brake Type | Electric |
Discharge System
| Rotation Type | Manual pivot with handle |
| Rotational Lock | Yes |
| Chute Rotation Angle | 270 deg |
| Deflector Thickness | .1 in |
| Chute Height | 104 in |
| Side Wall Thickness | .1 in |
| Bottom Thickness | .1 in |
| Top Thickness | .1 in |
LITERATURE
BC1200XL Spec Sheet
