Powered by a 125 hp/93 kW John Deere tier 3 diesel engine, the BC1500 powers through material up to 15”/38 cm in diameter. Automatic throttle and clutch system prevent high-throttle clutch engagement to reduce frequent clutch plate adjustments. Extra-large 45-gallon/170 L fuel tank lets you put in more hours before refueling. The optional winch can help load larger logs directly onto the feed table.
Improve productivity with the SmartFeed system, which monitors engine rpm and senses jams, automatically stopping or reversing the rollers as needed.
Easily lift material up to 2000 lbs/907 kg with the optional hydraulic winch
Provides operator safety with a 67.4”/171 cm long feed table for extra distance and exclusive bottom feed stop bar system.
Protect your investment with a 3-year/3000-hour extended limited warranty on drum housings, cutter drums, shaft and ring-feeder hubs in addition to the 1-year/1000-hour Vermeer equipment limited warranty.
See your Vermeer dealer for comprehensive service and genuine Vermeer replacement parts.
| Length - Feed Table Up, Tongue In | 179" | 454.7 cm |
| Length - Table Down, Tongue Extended | 217" | 551.2 cm |
| Width | 86" | 218.4 cm |
| Height | 104" | 264.2 cm |
| Weight - Engine Option One | 6907 lbs | 3133 kg |
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option One | 947 lbs | 429.6 kg |
| Length with Winch (Additional) | 192" | 487.7 cm |
| Weight With Winch (Additional) | 280 lbs | 127 kg |
| Horsepower Options | 125 hp | 93.21 kW |
| Make and Model | John Deere 4045H Tier 3 | |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 | |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 125 hp | 93.2 kw |
| Torque (Max) | 355 ft-lb | 481.3 Nm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 gal | 170.3 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Air Cleaner | 2-stage dry with safety element | |
| Oil Filter | Spin-on | |
| Recommended Oil | API CC/CD | |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 14 qt | 13.3 L |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid | |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 30 gal | 113.6 L |
| Alternator | 65 amps | |
| Fan | 26 " suction | 66.04 cm |
| Clutch Type | Automotive-style | |
| Clutch Drive Engagement | Manual |
| Feed Roller Orientation | Vertical | ||
| Number of Feed Rollers | 2 | ||
| Feed Roller Clamp Load | 300 lbs | 136.1 kg | |
| Feed Roller Clamp Type | Spring | ||
| Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum | 1.3 " | 3.3 cm | |
| Feed Roller Dimension | 20.9 " (53.09 cm) diameter | ||
| Number of Knives | 12 | ||
| Weight of Feed Roller | 120 lbs | 54.4 kg | |
| Feed Roller Dimension (Two) | 20.9 " (53.09 cm) | ||
| Number of Knives (2) | 12 | ||
| Number of Feed Roller Motors | 2 | ||
| Motor Displacement | 28.3 | ||
| Motor Manufacturer | White Hydraulics | ||
| Feed Speed | 122 ft/min | ||
| Infeed Table Width | 15 " | 38.1 cm | |
| Infeed Table Length | 30 " | 76.2 cm | |
| Infeed Hopper Height | 20 " | 50.8 cm | |
| Infeed Throat Capacity | 15 " x 20 " (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm) | ||
| Pinch Point - Distance to End of Feed Table | 67.4 " | 171.2 cm | |
| Distance from Feed Table to Ground | 27.2 " | 69.1 cm | |
| Infeed Table Material Thickness | .2 " | .5 cm |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar | Standard | |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Diameter | 2 " | 5.1 cm |
| Bottom Feed Stop Bar Material Thickness | 11 GA | |
| Actuation Force (BFSB) | 34 lbs | 15.4 kg |
| Normal Sensitivity | 22 deg | |
| Reduced Sensitivity | 12 deg | |
| Reset Method | Green hold to run button | |
| Four Position Feed Control Bar | Standard | |
| Diameter | 2 " | 5.1 cm |
| Material Thickness | .1 " | 0.3 cm |
| Positions | Four positions: Emergency stop, Forward, Neutral, and Reverse | |
| Actuation Force | 34 lbs | 15.4 kg |
| Green Hold to Run Button | Standard |
| Material Capacity | 15 " | 38.1 cm |
| Width | 22 " | 55.9 cm |
| Thickness | .4 " | 1 cm |
| Diameter | 22.5 " | 57.2 cm |
| Speed | 1980 rpm | |
| Weight With Shaft | 540 lbs | 244.9 kg |
| Safety Lock - Number of Positions | 2 | |
| Number of Knives | 2 | |
| Knife Thickness | .6 " | 1.6 cm |
| Material | A8 chipper steel | |
| Useable Edges | 2 | |
| Knife Size | .625 " x 5 " x 8 " (1.59 cm x 12.7 cm x 20.32 cm) | |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 3 | |
| Replaceable Threaded Knife Block | Yes | |
| Number of Paddles | 5 | |
| Fixture Method | Weld on | |
| Air Flow | 4600 cfm | |
| Bedknife Size | 2.5 | |
| Bedknife Thickness | 1.5 " | 3.8 cm |
| Bedknife Material | HRLC Steel | |
| Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges | 2 |
| Number of Bearings | 2 | |
| Bore | 2.4 " | 6.2 cm |
| Type | Spherical roller | |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt | |
| Dynamic Capacity | 31400 lbs | 14242.8 kg |
| Static Capacity | 53500 lbs | 24267.2 kg |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Spring loaded | |
| Belt Type | 5V |
| Number of Bearings | 2 | |
| Bore | 2.4 " | 6.2 cm |
| Type | Spherical roller | |
| Manufacturer | Linkbelt | |
| Dynamic Capacity | 31400 lbs | 14242.8 kg |
| Static Capacity | 53500 lbs | 24267.2 kg |
| Belt Idler/Tensioner | Spring loaded | |
| Belt Type | 5V |
| Chute Height | 104 " | 264.2 cm |
| Bottom Thickness | .1 " | .2 cm |
| Top Thickness | .1 " | 0.3 cm |
| Side Wall Thickness | .1 " | 0.3 cm |
| Deflector Thickness | 0 " | 0 cm |
| Chute Rotation Angle | 270 deg | |
| Rotation Type | Manual worm gear drive | |
| Rotational Lock | Self locking gear set plus an additional steel plate rotation lock |
| Tank capacity | 12 gal | 45.4 L |
| Recommended Oil Type | Vermeer VMF | |
| System Type | Open center | |
| Filtration Method | 3 micron return, 100 micron suction | |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 5.5 gpm | 20.9 L/min |
| System relief pressure | 2800 psi | 193.1 bar |
| Auto Reverse PSI | 2650 psi | 182.7 bar |
| Flow Control | Yes | |
| Directional Control | Yes | |
| Oil Cooler | No |
| System Voltage | 12 volt | |
| Battery | 950 CCA | |
| Standard Gauges | Tach/hourmeter (includes toggle to obtain oil pressure, water temp, engine error codes) fuel gauge | |
| Deluxe Gauges | ||
| Switches | Droop and toggle switches | |
| Controller | Vermeer ACS | |
| Display | LED | |
| Shutdown System | High temp, low pressure | |
| Radio Remote Control | No |
| Frame Description | .25 " (0.64 cm) Z channel, 7 " (17.78 cm) | |
| Toolbox Description | Standard | |
| Tongue Description | 2.5 " x 4.5 " x .375 " (6.35 cm x 11.43 cm x 0.95 cm) | |
| Tongue Extension | Extends 18 " (45.72 cm) | |
| Hitch Type | Pintle | |
| Fender Description | Bolt on | |
| Axle/Suspension | Torsion | |
| Type - Option One | Rubber torsional | |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Dexter | |
| Capacity - Option One | 7000 | |
| Tires - Option One | ST235/80R16 LrE std | |
| Wheels - Option One | 16 " (40.64 cm) | |
| Tires - Option Two | LT 285/75R16 LR E | |
| Wheels - Option Two | 16 " (40.64 cm) | |
| Brake Type | Electric | |
| Trailer Light Type | LED's |
| Winch Relief System | 2500 psi | 172.4 bar |
| Winch Boom Structure | .25 grade 50 | |
| Winch Input Speed | 51 rpm | |
| Winch Controls | Forward, reverse, and free spool | |
| Winch Rope | 7/16 " (1.11 cm) | |
| Rope Length | 150 ' | 45.7 m |
| Rope Line Pull | 2000 lbs | 907.2 kg |
| Rope Choker | 0.25 " (0.64 cm) |
| Special Paint | Optional | |
| Extended Warranty | Optional | |
| Preventive Maintenance | Optional |