Vermeer HG6000TX
Process wood waste more efficiently with the HG6000TX horizontal grinder. Self-propels into the most remote jobsites on 20”/51 cm or 24”/61 cm double grouser track pads. High ground clearance and sealed rollers help keep material from building up in the track system. State-of-the-art wireless remote lets you operate the machine from up to 300’/91.4 m away. An optional discharge blower system distributes processed wood over a large area or can fill a covered trailer from the rear end.
- Increase productivity thanks to the exclusive Vermeer SmartGrind system, which automatically controls grinding speed based on engine rpm levels.
- Improve cutting performance using the patented series II duplex drum system with reversible hammers and cutter blocks that simplify maintenance and nearly double wear life.
- Top-loading screens are designed to give operators easy access.
- Enhance jobsite safety with a Thrown Object Deflector that reduces the quantity and distance of thrown debris.
- Diversify your end product by incorporating the Fuel Chip Attachment (FCA) allowing your grinder to be converted to a chipper.
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| Maximum Length - Transport | 37.3 ' | 11.4 m |
| Maximum Length - Transport with Dolly | 45.8 ' | 14 m |
| Maximum Length (Operation) | 54.5 ' | 16.6 m |
| Maximum Width Transport - with Dolly | 9.8 ' | 3 m |
| Maximum Height Transport with Dolly | 154.8 " | 393.2 cm |
| Weight | 75000 lbs | 34019.4 kg |
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option 1 with Dolly | 37590 lbs | 17050.5 kg |
| Axle Weight - Engine Option 1 with Dolly | 48910 lbs | 22185.2 kg |
| Dolly Weight | 9500 lbs | 4309.1 kg |
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C18 Tier 4F (Stage IVB) | |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 755 hp | 563 kw |
| Torque (Max) | 2582 ft-lb | 3500.7 Nm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350 gal | 1324.9 L |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 38.3 gph | 145 lph |
| Fuel Type | Ultra-low sulfur diesel (<15 ppm) | |
| Air Cleaner | Dry-type with primary and secondary elements and restriction indicator | |
| Oil Filter | Full-flow, spin-on | |
| Recommended Oil | API CJ-4, 15W-40 | |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 36 qt | 34.1 L |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid | |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 22.6 gal | 85.6 L |
| Alternator | 24 Volt | |
| Fan | (Qty 2) Hydraulically driven, reversible | |
| Clutch Type | Hydraulic-operated wet clutch with PTO | |
| Clutch Engagement | Push-button | |
| Drive Belt Type | Synchronous, carbon fiber |
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C18 Tier 4i (Stage IIIB) | |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 755 hp | 563 kw |
| Torque (Max) | 2582 ft-lb | 3500.7 Nm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350 gal | 1324.9 L |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 39.5 gph | 149.5 lph |
| Fuel Type | Ultra-low sulfur diesel (<15 ppm) | |
| Air Cleaner | Dry-type with primary and secondary elements and restriction indicator | |
| Oil Filter | Full-flow, spin-on | |
| Recommended Oil | API CJ-4, 15W-40 | |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 36 qt | 34.1 L |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid | |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 22.6 gal | 85.6 L |
| Air to Boil Temperature | 118 deg | |
| Alternator | 24 Volt | |
| Fan | (Qty 2) Hydraulically driven, reversible | |
| Clutch Type | Hydraulic operated wet clutch with PTO | |
| Clutch Engagement | Push-button | |
| Drive Belt Type | Synchronous, carbon fiber | |
| Sound Power | 119.8 dB(A) - deluxe exhaust system (Exhaust option 2 move to engine option one |
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C18 Tier 3 | |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 630 hp | 469.8 kw |
| Torque (Max) | 2041 ft-lb | 2767.2 Nm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350 gal | 1324.9 L |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 34.6 gph | 131 lph |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Air Cleaner | Dry-type with primary and secondary elements and restriction indicator | |
| Oil Filter | Full-flow, spin-on | |
| Recommended Oil | API CJ-4, Viscosity dependent on startup temperature | |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 36 qt | 34.1 L |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid | |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 21.3 gal | 80.6 L |
| Alternator | 24 Volt | |
| Fan | (Qty 2) Hydraulically driven, reversible | |
| Clutch Type | Hydraulic operated wet clutch with PTO | |
| Clutch Engagement | Push button | |
| Drive Belt Type | Synchronous, carbon fiber | |
| Sound Power | 119.8 dB(A) - Deluxe exhaust system |
| Thrown Object Deflector | Standard | |
| Deflector Position | Variable |
| Millbox Opening | 60" W x 32" H (152.4 cm W x 81.3 cm H) | |
| Drum Diameter | 28 " | 71.1 cm |
| Tip Diameter | 36.4 " | 92.5 cm |
| Drum Cutting Width | 62.4 " | 158.5 cm |
| Drum Skin Thickness | 1.5 " | 3.8 cm |
| Drum Speed | 1086 rpm | |
| Bearing Type | Double row, spherical roller | |
| Bearing - Inner Race Diameter | 5.5 " | 14 cm |
| Number of Hammers | 10 | |
| Number of Tips | 20 | |
| Center Retention Pin Dimensions | 2" diameter x 75.3" L (5.1 cm diameter x 191.3 cm L) |
| Millbox Opening | 60 | |
| Drum Diameter | 34.3 " | 87.1 cm |
| Drum Cutting Width | 63 " | 160 cm |
| Drum Skin Thickness | 1.5 " | 3.8 cm |
| Drum Speed | 683 rpm | |
| Bearing Type | Spherical | |
| Bearing - Inner Race Diameter | 5.5 " | 14 cm |
| Screen Weight | 470 lbs | 213.2 kg |
| Screen Dimensions | 3/4" (1.9 cm) thick | |
| Screen Type | Fabricated out of abrasion resistant steel | |
| Number of Screens | 2 | |
| Screen Area | 3317 sq in | 21400 sq cm |
| Number of Sides | 1 | |
| Millbox Lid Liner Dimensions | Abrasion resistant steel | |
| Liner Dimensions | 1" thick x 5.6" W x 65.4" L (2.5 cm thick x 14.2 cm W x 166.1 cm L) | |
| Anvil Type | Fabricated steel with replaceable wear surfaces | |
| Anvil Dimensions | 22.8"x 4.1"x 80.8" (57.9 cm x 10.4 cm x 205.2 cm) |
| Length | 81.3 ' | 24.8 m |
| Width | 48 " | 121.9 cm |
| Belt Design | 3 ply - 330# or straight warp single ply 330# both with V cleat | |
| Splice | R2-stainless steel or Super splice | |
| Return Roller Quantity | 4 | |
| Idler Roller Diameter | 12 " | 30.5 cm |
| Idler Roller Bearing | 1-15/16, 4-bolt flange | |
| Standard Drive Roller Diameter | 12.8 " | 32.5 cm |
| Magnetic Drive Roller Diameter | 12.8 " | 32.5 cm |
| Drive Motor | Fixed displacement, geroler | |
| Drive Motor Bearings | 1-15/16, 4-bolt flange | |
| Belt Speed | 780 ft/min | 237.7 m/min |
| Load Height | 14 ' | 4.3 m |
| Tank capacity | 100 gal | 378.5 L |
| Recommended Oil | Vermeer HyPower 68 | |
| Filtration Method | Dual in-tank return filters with suction strainer | |
| Number of Coolers | 2 (Implement/Track) |
| System Type | Open-loop, pressure- and flow-compensated | |
| Pump Type | Variable displacement, axial piston | |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 32.4 | |
| System Relief Pressure | 4500 psi |
| System Type | Open-loop | |
| Pump Type | Fixed displacement, gear pump | |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 25.7 gpm | 97.3 L/min |
| System Relief Pressure | 3000 | |
| Motor Series | Char-Lyn 6000 Series, geroler |
| System Type | Open-loop, pressure- and flow-compensated | |
| Pump Type | Variable displacement, axial piston | |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 36.2 gpm | 137 L/min |
| Motor Series | Radiator-Permco M197 Series; CAC-Turolla OCG SNM2 Series | |
| Fan Series - FWD/REV | Reversible |
| Tank capacity | 18 gal | 68.1 L |
| Recommended Oil | VMF Gold | |
| Filtration Method | Spin-on, pressure filter, B6 = 1000 | |
| Number of Coolers | 1 | |
| System Type | Open-loop | |
| Pump Type | Fixed displacement, gear pump | |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 12.4 gpm | 46.9 L/min |
| System relief pressure | 260 psi | 17.9 bar |
| System Voltage | 24 Volt | |
| Battery | Group 8-D, 1155 CCA (Qty 2) | |
| System Protection | Fused |
| Display Type | LCD | |
| Engine Information | Yes | |
| Machine Information | Yes | |
| Operational Faults | Yes | |
| Gauges | Two, fuel level and hydraulic pressure | |
| Switches | Moisture-proof, toggle style |
| Display Type | LCD | |
| Engine Information | Yes | |
| Machine Information | Yes | |
| Operational Faults | Yes | |
| Switches | Sealed membrane | |
| Operating Range | Up to 300' (91.4 m) | |
| Battery Type | AA (qty 6) | |
| Channel Setting | 50 channels |
| Frame Description | Unit body construction | |
| Tongue Description | Bolt-on to infeed structure | |
| Hitch Type | Fifth wheel | |
| Fender Description | Optional bolt-on formed steel | |
| Brake Type | Air-actuated with spring-applied parking brake | |
| Trailer Light Type | 12-24 V LED |
| Suspension Type | Air-ride | |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Hendrickson | |
| Capacity per Axle | 20000 lbs | 9071.8 kg |
| Number of Axles | 3 | |
| Tires - Option One | 255/70R22.5 Duals | |
| Wheels - Option One | 22.5"x 8.3" (57.2 cm x 21 cm) Hub piloted steel | |
| Ground Clearance - Option One | 5.3 " | 13.5 cm |
| Track Frame Description | Rigid frame with reinforced box section. | |
| Track Type | D5 double grouser | |
| Track Drive Pump Type | SauerDanfoss Series H1 | |
| Track Brake Type | Multidisk parking brake (spring activated) | |
| Track Length on Ground | 142" (360.7 cm) | |
| Track Width - Option One | 26" (66 cm) | |
| Track Width Option One - Ground Bearing Pressure - Hard Ground | 55.6 psi | 383.3 kPa |
| Track Width Option One - Ground Bearing Pressure - Soft Ground | 10.2 psi | 70.3 kPa |
| Track Width Option Two - Ground Bearing Pressure - Option | 13.2 psi | 91 kPa |
| Track Width Option Two - Ground Bearing Pressure - Option Two | 72.2 psi | 497.8 kPa |
| Type of Idler | D5 excavator rollers | |
| Number of Idlers | 20 | |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 43 gpm | 162.8 L/min |
| System relief pressure | 5000 psi | 344.7 bar |
| Maximum Speed | 2.6 mph | 4.2 km/h |
| Low Speed Travel in Creep Mode | 1 mph | 1.6 km/h |
| Air Compressor Brand | Mi-T-M | |
| Engine | Honda, 11.7 hp (8.7 kW) | |
| Maximum Pressure | 175 psi | 12.1 bar |
| Maximum Air Flow | 29 cfm | .8 cmm |
| Tank capacity | 30 gal | 113.6 L |
| Screens | yes | |
| Special Tools Group | yes | |
| Extended Warranty | yes | |
| Preventative Maintenance | Optional | |
| Special Paint | Yes | |
| Air Compressor | Optional |
| Number of Rings | 10 | |
| Tip Diameter with Knife Option One | 36.6 " | 93 cm |
| Tip Diameter with Knife Option Two | 36.9 " | 93.7 cm |
| Length | 62 " | 157.5 cm |
| Number of Knives | 20 | |
| Knife Option One | 5/8 " x 3.5 " x 5 " (1.6 cm x 8.9 cm x 12.7 cm) | |
| Knife Option Two | 3/4 " x 3.5 " x 5.4 " (1.9 cm x 8.9 cm x 13.8 cm) | |
| Useable Edges per Knife | 2 | |
| Material | A8 modified chipper steel | |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 2 | |
| Bolt Size | 5/8 " - 11 " x 4.5 " (1.6 cm - 27.9 cm x 11.4 cm gr 8) | |
| Total Weight of Fuel Chip Attachment (Less Series II Duplex Drum) | 1600 lbs | 725.8 kg |
| Number of Replaceable Wear Plates per Ring | 4 |