2024 Vermeer® AX17 Base
- Year 2024
- Make Vermeer®
- Model AX17
- Engine T4
2024 Vermeer® AX17 Base
2024 Vermeer® AX17
The Vermeer AX17 brush chipper is designed for the tree care contractor looking to do high production arborist work. Optimize crew size on the jobsite through mechanized feeding with horizontal off-set feed rollers and a fixed-infeed table. Plus, this single axle fully configured machine under 10,000 lb (4,536 kg) helps with transportation around congested urban areas.
Features may include:
Intelligent feed systemProviding over 6,500 lb (2,948 kg) of pull-in power, the AX17 uses the SmartCrush and SmartFeed control systems that reduce the need for operator interaction when feeding difficult material.
Transport-friendlyThe single axle fully configured machine under 10,000 lb (4,536 kg) helps with ease of transportation around congested urban areas and minimizes the need for additional license requirements.
Feed your wayThe patented winch boom design can be raised out of the way when mechanically feeding the machine.
Cleanout door for convenient cleanoutThe AX17 is equipped with a side lever that provides convenient access when opening and closing the cleanout door.
Robust feed tableMechanized feeding made effective with a wide feed roller opening and durable, fixed infeed table design.
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
Cummins
Displacement
3.8 L
Engine
T4
Cylinder Liners
4
Engine Power
Gross Horsepower (Maximum): 130 hp
Engine Torque, Maximum
360 ft-lb
Air Cleaner
2-Stage Dry
Oil Filter
Spin On
Cooling
Medium: Liquid
Motor
Motor Type
of Feed Roller: (3) 2 upper, 1 lower | Displacement: 28.9 cu-in upper | Manufacturer: Parker
Fuel System
Fuel System
Max Fuel Consumption: 7 gph
Fuel Type
Diesel
Drivetrain
Clutch
Type: Spring-loaded clutch | Engagement: Manual lever
Suspension
Suspension
Axle/Suspension: 10,000-lb torsion
Wheels & Tires
Tires, Rear Specification
235/75R17.6
Wheels
Option One: 17.5 x 6.75, bolt circle 8 on 6.6
Brakes
Brake System Type
electric
Battery
Battery
Group 31 - 950 CCA
Electric
Alternator
60 amp
Electrical
12 volt
Operational
Operating Speed
Feed: 95 ft/min | 1800 rpm | Winch Input: 48 rpm
Operating Conditions
Actuation Force (BFSB): 34 lbs | Actuation Force: 34 lbs | Rope Line Pull: 2000 lbs
Performance
Struck Level
Sound Power: 116 dB(a)
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Type
System: Tandem center
Hydraulic Pump
Pump at Maximum RPM: 6 gpm
Maximum Pressure
System relief pressure: 3000 psi | Auto Reverse PSI: 2800 psi | Winch Relief System: 1700 psi
Chassis
Frame Type
Z Channel: .25-in (.64-cm) thickness
Hitch/Type
3-in ID pintle
Lights and Safety
Lighting
Trailer Type: LED
Dimensions
Dimensions
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation: 45 deg | Feed Roller Minimum Distance to Drum: .4 in | Feed Roller Dimension: 15 in x 20 in (38.1 cm x 50.8 cm) | Feed Roller Dimension (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 | Diameter: 2 in | Material Thickness: .1 in | Material Capacity: 17 in | 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 | Bedknife Material: 1018 | Bottom Thickness: .7 in | Top Thickness: .2 in | Side Wall Thickness: .1 in | Deflector Thickness: .1 in | Chute Rotation Angle: 270 deg | Rotation Type: Manual (hydraulic option) | 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 | Winch Boom Structure: .25 in (.64 cm), .19 in (.48 cm) | Winch Rope: 7/16 in
Length
Feed Table Up, Tongue In: 210 in | Table Down, Tongue Extended: 222 in | Infeed Table: 52 in | Rope: 151 ft
Width
78.5 in | Infeed Table: 59.5 in
Height
110.5 in | Infeed Hopper: 29 in | Chute: 110.5 in
Fan Diameter
22 in suction
Bore
2.9 in
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
Tank: 40 gal | Tank: 3 gal
Oil capacity
Volume with Filter: 13.6 qt
Features
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator): 5.5 gal | Dynamic Capacity: 41800 lbs | Static Capacity: 71500 lbs | Option One: 10,000 lb
Load Capacity, Land
Feed Roller Clamp: 3000 lbs
Weights
Weight
(with winch, hydraulic jack and hydraulic chute): 9750 lbs | Engine Option One: 8640 lbs | Tongue - Engine Option One: 1380 lbs | of Feed Roller: 145 lbs | of Feed Roller (Option Two): 105 lbs | With Shaft: 855 lbs
Features
Features
Number of Cylinders: 4 | Feed Roller Orientation: Horizontal | Number of Feed Rollers: 2 | Feed Roller Clamp Type: Hydraulic | Reset Method: Green hold-to-run button | Positions: Four positions: E-stop, Forward, Neutral, Reverse | Safety Lock - Number of Positions: 2 | Useable Edges: 2 | Number of Bolts: 5 | Fixture Method: Weld On | Bedknife - Number of Useable Edges: 2 | Number of Bearings: 2 | Type: Spherical roller | Manufacturer: Linkbelt | Number of Bearings: 2 | Type: Spherical roller | Rotational Lock: Yes - self-locking worm gear | Filtration Method: 3 micron return, no suction | 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 | Radio Remote Control: Two options | Fender Description: Bolt-on steel | Type - Option One: Rubber torsional | Manufacturer - Option One: Dexter | Winch Controls: Forward, reverse and fee spool
Oil Type
Recommended: API CJ-4 or ACEA-E9 | Recommended: HY PWR 68
Knife Quantity
9 | Number of: 2 | Number of: 5
Construction Material
A8 chipper steel
Paddle Quantity
Number of: 12
Belt Type
5V