Afrigather Vermeer has launched the SC48TX stump cutter to effectively take away massive stumps on tight residential jobsites the place bigger gear can’t go.
The 48-horsepower stump cutter is powered by a 1.7-liter Tier 4 Closing Cat diesel engine. It may well reduce as much as 28 inches above grade and 16 inches under the floor. It contains a straight-line chopping width of 65 inches.
“Corporations working this measurement of stump-cutting gear beforehand have been restricted to primarily gas-powered choices. They expressed curiosity in a diesel engine alternative as a result of the excessive torque produced will assist them work effectively when chopping under grade,” defined Josh Vrieze, senior product supervisor for Vermeer Environmental Tools.
The SC48TX’s low-disturbance tracks present traction on gentle, steep and rocky terrain with low floor strain, leading to minimal job prep earlier than and cleanup afterward. The tracks might be retracted to 35 inches to enter and exit normal 36-inch gates. As soon as by means of the gate, the tracks can be prolonged to 49 inches for stability whereas working.
“The SC48TX stump cutter is agile sufficient for tree care and panorama professionals to get by means of most gates whereas the tracks permit for elevated flotation,” stated Vrieze.
Vermeer’s SmartSweep management system screens engine load to present a clean and constant cutter wheel sweep fee.
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The unique Vermeer Slicing System makes use of a mounting and retention construction quite than a bolt to safe the enamel to the cutter wheel. This helps preserve enamel from shifting within the pocket and absorbs the shearing power whereas working, the corporate says. As well as, two-sided carbide V-profile cutter enamel enhance the chopping efficiency of the machine. The enamel might be flipped to the opposite aspect of the cutter wheel for an prolonged put on life.
The machine’s direct-drive system transfers most energy to the cutter wheel by means of a pair of gearboxes. A bump begin clutch smooths the transition because the drive system will get in control, the corporate says. For added security, operator-sensing management handles disengage the cutter wheel if a consumer steps away from the controls throughout operations.
An non-obligatory full-function distant management permits operation of the stump cutter with out being on the operator’s station, which might maximize visibility. “The distant can help with navigating tight gate entries,” stated Vrieze.
An non-obligatory backfill blade has a rounded decrease edge to scale back turf harm. “It saves both guide work or having to deliver one other piece of gear to do the work. The backfill blade makes this machine very versatile,” stated Vrieze.
Past these choices, Vermeer gives the Vermeer Confidence Plus asset safety program for service wants. Like different Vermeer stump cutters, the SC48TX has no belts to interchange.
