AX17 Brush Chipper
- Increase machine feeding efficiency on the job
- Transport from job to job with ease
- Optimize crew size for increased productivity
General
| Manufacturer | Vermeer |
| Model | AX17 Brush Chipper |
| Category | Landscape, Rental, Tree Care |
| Price | Request a Quote |
| Year | 2024 |
General Dimensions and Weights
| Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In | 210in (533.4cm) |
| Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended | 222in (563.9cm) |
| Width | 78.5in (199.4cm) |
| Height | 110.5in (280.7cm) |
| Weight (with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute) | 9750lbs (4422.5kg) |
| Weight - Engine Option One | 8640lbs (3919kg) |
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option One | 1380lbs (626kg) |
| Length with Winch (Additional) | 0in |
| Weight With Winch (Additional) | 720lbs (326.6kg) |
| Sound Power | 116 dB(a) |
Engine - Option one
| Make and Model | Cummins 3.8L T4 |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 130hp (96.9kw) |
| Torque (Max) | 360ft-lb (488.1Nm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40gal (151.4L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 7gph (26.5lph) |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Air Cleaner | 2-Stage Dry |
| Oil Filter | Spin On |
| Recommended Oil | API CJ-4 or ACEA-E9 |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 13.6qt (12.9L) |
| Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation | 45deg |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 5.5gal (20.8L) |
| Alternator | 60 amp |
| Fan | 22 in suction |
| Clutch Type | Spring-loaded clutch |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Manual lever |
Feed System
| Feed Roller Orientation | Horizontal |
| Number of Feed Rollers | 2 |
| Feed Roller Clamp Load | 3000lbs (1360.8kg) |
| Feed Roller Clamp Type | Hydraulic |
| Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum | .4in (1cm) |
| Feed Roller Dimension | 15 in x 20 in (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm) |
| Number of Knives | 9 |
| Weight of Feed Roller | 145lbs (65.8kg) |
| Feed Roller Dimension (Two) | 11 in x 20 in (27.9 cm x 50.8 cm) |
| Number of Knives (2) | 9 |
| Weight of Feed Roller (Option Two) | 105lbs (47.6kg) |
| Number of Feed Roller Motors | (3) 2 upper, 1 lower |
| Motor Displacement | 28.9 cu-in upper |
| Motor Manufacturer | Parker |
| Feed Speed | 95ft/min |
| Infeed Table Width | 59.5in (151.1cm) |
| Infeed Table Length | 52in (132.1cm) |
| Infeed Hopper Height | 29in (73.7cm) |
| Infeed Throat Capacity | 19.5-in x 20.5-in (49.5-cm x 52.1-cm) |
| Distance from Feed Table to Ground | 30in (76.2cm) |
| Infeed Table Material Thickness | .3in (.6cm) |
Safety System
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar | Standard |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter | 2in (5.1cm) |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness | .12 in |
| Actuation Force (BFSB) | 34lbs (15.4kg) |
| Reset Method | Green hold-to-run button |
| Four Position Feed Control Bar | Standard |
| Diameter | 2in (5.1cm) |
| Material Thickness | .1in (.3cm) |
| Positions | Four positions: E-stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse |
| Actuation Force | 34lbs (15.4kg) |
| Green Hold to Run Button | Standard |
Drum/Disc Cutting System
| Material Capacity | 17in (43.2cm) |
| Thickness | .5in (1.3cm) |
| Diameter | 26in (66cm) |
| Speed | 1800 rpm |
| Weight With Shaft | 855lbs (387.8kg) |
| Safety Lock - Number of Positions | 2 |
| Number of Knives | 2 |
| Knife Thickness | .8in (1.9cm) |
| Material | A8 chipper steel |
| Useable Edges | 2 |
| Knife Size | 5 in x 10 in (12.7 cm x 25.4 cm) |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 5 |
| Replaceable Threaded Knife Block | Yes |
| Number of Paddles | 12 |
| Fixture Method | Weld On |
| Bedknife Size | 3 in x 20.25 in (7.6 cm x 51.4 cm) |
| Bedknife Thickness | 1.3in (3.2cm) |
| Bedknife Material | 1018 |
| Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges | 2 |
Cutter Drive Components - Engine Option One
| Number of Bearings | 2 |
| Bore | 2.9in (7.5cm) |
| Type | Spherical roller |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Dynamic Capacity | 41800lbs (18960.2kg) |
| Static Capacity | 71500lbs (32431.9kg) |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Yes |
| Belt Type | 5V |
Cutter Drive Components - Engine Option Two
| Number of Bearings | 2 |
| Bore | 2.9in (7.5cm) |
| Type | Spherical roller |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt |
| Dynamic Capacity | 41800lbs (18960.2kg) |
| Static Capacity | 71500lbs (32431.9kg) |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Yes |
| Belt Type | 5V |
Discharge System
| Chute Height | 110.5in (280.7cm) |
| Bottom Thickness | .7in (1.8cm) |
| Top Thickness | .2in (.5cm) |
| Side Wall Thickness | .1in (.3cm) |
| Deflector Thickness | .1in (.2cm) |
| Chute Rotation Angle | 270deg |
| Rotation Type | Manual (hydraulic option) |
| Rotational Lock | Yes - self-locking worm gear |
Hydraulic System
| Tank capacity | 3gal (11.4L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | HY PWR 68 |
| System Type | Tandem center |
| Filtration Method | 3 micron return, no suction |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 6gpm (22.7L/min) |
| System relief pressure | 3000psi (206.8bar) |
| Auto Reverse PSI | 2800psi (193.1bar) |
| Flow Control | No |
| Directional Control | Yes |
| Oil Cooler | Yes |
Electrical System
| System Voltage | 12 volt |
| Battery | Group 31 - 950 CCA |
| Standard Gauges | MPC-12 |
| Switches | Hold-to-run, sensitivity selector, droop selector, EcoIdle™ engine control system, throttle, chute controls, remote enable, manual feed roller crush |
| Controller | MPC-12 |
| Display | MPC-12 |
| Shutdown System | Yes |
| Radio Remote Control | Two options |
Chassis
| Frame Description | Z Channel: .25-in (.64-cm) thickness |
| Toolbox Description | Standard |
| Tongue Description | 3 in x 5 in x 38 in (7.6 cm x 12.7 cm x 96.5 cm) |
| Tongue Extension | Extendable, 12-in |
| Hitch Type | 3-in ID pintle |
| Fender Description | Bolt-on steel |
| Axle/Suspension | 10,000-lb torsion |
| Type - Option One | Rubber torsional |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Dexter |
| Capacity - Option One | 10,000 lb |
| Tires - Option One | 235/75R17.6 |
| Wheels - Option One | 17.5 x 6.75, bolt circle 8 on 6.6 |
| Brake Type | Standard electric |
| Trailer Light Type | LED |
Winch Option
| Winch Relief System | 1700psi (117.2bar) |
| Winch Boom Structure | .25 in (.64 cm), .19 in (.48 cm)( |
| Winch Input Speed | 48rpm |
| Winch Controls | Forward, reverse and fee spool |
| Winch Rope | 7/16 in |
| Rope Length | 151ft (46m) |
| Rope Line Pull | 2000lbs (907.2kg) |
| Rope Choker | Yes |
Other Options
| Special Paint | Optional |
| Extended Warranty | Optional |
| Preventive Maintenance | Optional |
| Adjustable Height Discharge Chute | Optional |
| Remote Control | Optional |
| Hydraulic Outriggers | Optional |
| Hydraulic Chute Controls | Optional |