HG6000 Horizontal Grinder
- Bring more versatility to your wood waste processing operation
- Maintenance-friendly design optimizes serviceability
- Equipped with Vermeer innovations to help protect your investment and optimize efficiency
General
| Manufacturer | Vermeer |
| Model | HG6000 Horizontal Grinder |
| Category | Recycling, Renewable Energy, Wood Waste |
| Price | Request a Quote |
| Year | 2024 |
General Dimensions and Lengths - Long Infeed
| Maximum Length - Transport | 38.8ft (11.8m) |
| Maximum Width (Transport) | 8.2ft (2.5m) |
| Maximum Height (Transport) | 13.1ft (4m) |
| Weight | 65000lbs (29483.5kg) |
| Tongue Weight | 21000lbs (9525.4kg) |
| Axle Weight | 44000lbs (19958.1kg) |
Engine - Option one
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C18 Tier 4F (Stage V) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 755hp (563kw) |
| Torque (Max) | 2582ft-lb (3500.7Nm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350gal (1324.9L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 37.9gph (143.5lph) |
| 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, ECF-3 or API CK-4 Ultra Low Sulfur |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 36qt (34.1L) |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid (nitrite-free, pre-diluted 50/50) |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 28.7gal (108.6L) |
| Alternator | 24 V 95 A |
| Fan | Hydraulically-driven, reversible |
| Fan - CAC | Hydraulically-driven, reversible |
| Clutch Type | Hydraulic-operated wet clutch, PT Tech |
| Clutch Engagement | Push-button |
| Drive Belt Type | Synchronous |
| Sound Power | 121 dB(A) |
Engine - Option two
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C18 Tier 4i |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 755hp (563kw) |
| Torque (Max) | 2582ft-lb (3500.7Nm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350gal (1324.9L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 37.9gph (143.5lph) |
| Fuel Type | Ultra-low sulfur diesel (<15 gpm) |
| Air Cleaner | Dry-type with primary & secondary elements and restriction indicator |
| Oil Filter | Full-flow, spin-on |
| Recommended Oil | API CJ-4, ECF-3 or API CK-4 Ultra Low Sulfur |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 36qt (34.1L) |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid (nitrite-free pre-diluted 50/50) |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 28.7gal (108.6L) |
| Alternator | 24 V 95 A |
| Fan | Hydraulically-driven, reversible |
| Fan - CAC | Hydraulically-driven, reversible |
| Clutch Type | Hydraulic-operated wet clutch, PT Tech |
| Clutch Engagement | Push button |
| Drive Belt Type | Synchronous |
| Sound Power | 121 dB(A) |
Engine - Option three
| Make and Model | CAT C18 T3/Stage IIIA |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350gal (1324.9L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 32.9gph (124.5lph) |
| Oil Filter | Full-flow, spin-on |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid (nitrite-free pre-diluted 50/50) |
| Clutch Type | Hydraulic-operated wet clutch, PT Tech |
| Clutch Engagement | Push button |
| Sound Power | 122 dB(A) |
Standard Infeed System
| Feed Table Width | 60in (152.4cm) |
| Feed Table Length - Option One | 20ft (6.1m) |
| Flare Construction | Integrated with infeed |
| Feed Conveyor Type | Welded slat chain |
| Material Construction | Steel |
| Drive Type | Radial piston motor |
| Drive Roller Construction | Welded steel |
| Front Idler Roller Construction | Self-cleaning steel auger |
| Infeed Floor Construction | Welded steel with replaceable UHMW wear plates |
| Infeed Roller Length | 47.2in (119.9cm) |
| Infeed Roller Width | 56in (142.2cm) |
| Feed opening | 32-in (81.3-cm) high x 56.4-in (143.3-cm) wide |
| Infeed roller weight with arm | 3350lbs (1519.5kg) |
| Infeed Roller Diameter | 36in (91.4cm) |
| Maximum Feed Height | 32in (81.3cm) |
| Material Type | Fabricated steel |
| Tooth Design | Serrated bars |
| Number of Teeth | 13 bars |
| Drive Motor | Fixed displacement motor/planetary |
| Drive Planetary | Two options (HD - 26.18:1) (STD - 34.2:1) |
| Feed Roller Down Pressure | Adjustable |
Heavy-duty Infeed System
| Feed opening | 32-in (81.3-cm) high x 56.4-in (143.3-cm) wide |
| Infeed roller weight with arm | 3483lbs (1579.9kg) |
Safety System
| Thrown Object Deflector | Standard |
| Deflector Position | Variable |
Duplex Drum
| Millbox Opening | 60" W x 32" H (152.4 cm W x 81.3 cm H) |
| Drum Weight | 4741lbs (2150.5kg) |
| Drum Diameter | 28in (71.1cm) |
| Tip Diameter | 36.4in (92.5cm) |
| Drum Cutting Width | 62.4in (158.5cm) |
| Drum Skin Thickness | 1.5in (3.8cm) |
| Drum Speed | 1086rpm |
| Bearing Type | Double row, spherical roller |
| Bearing - Inner Race Diameter | 5.5in (14cm) |
| Number of Hammers | 10 |
| Number of Tips | 20 |
| Tip types | Premium wide |
| Center Retention Pin Dimensions | 2" diameter x 75.3" L (5.1 cm diameter x 191.3 cm L) |
Chipper Drum
| Millbox Opening | 60" W x 32" H (152.4 cm W x 81.3 cm H) |
| Drum Weight | 5946lbs (2697.1kg) |
| Drum Diameter | 28in (71.1cm) |
| Tip Diameter | 36.4in (92.5cm) |
| Drum Cutting Width | 62.4in (158.5cm) |
| Drum Skin Thickness | 1.5in (3.8cm) |
| Depth of Cut | Adjustable: .125 in (.31 cm) to 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Number of Knives | 28 |
| Knife Thickness | .625 in (1.6 cm) |
| Useable Edges | 1 |
| Material | A8 mod chipper steel |
| Number of Bolts/Knife | 2 |
| Replaceable Threaded Knife Block | Yes |
| Number of Pockets | 14 |
| Drum Speed | 1086rpm |
| Bearing Type | Double row, spherical roller |
| Bearing - Inner Race Diameter | 5.5in (14cm) |
| Number of Hammers | 10 |
| Number of Tips | 20 |
| Shaft diameter | 6.5in (16.5cm) |
| Shaft Retention Type | Keyless bushing |
| Center Retention Pin Dimensions | 2" diameter x 75.3" L (5.1 cm diameter x 191.3 cm L) |
Screens
| Screen Dimensions | 3/4" (1.9 cm) thick |
| Screen Type | Fabricated out of abrasion-resistant steel |
| Number of Screens | 2 |
| Screen Area | 3317sq in (21400sq cm) |
| Millbox lid liner | Abrasion-resistant steel |
| 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 |
Discharge System - Single Belt Design
| Length | 81.3ft (24.8m) |
| Width | 48in (121.9cm) |
| 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 | 12in (30.5cm) |
| Idler Roller Bearing | 1-15/16, 4-bolt flange |
| Standard Drive Roller Diameter | 12.8in (32.5cm) |
| Magnetic Drive Roller Diameter | 12.8in (32.5cm) |
| Drive Motor | Fixed displacement, Geroler |
| Drive Motor Bearings | 1-15/16, 4-bolt flange |
| Belt Speed | 780ft/min (237.7m/min) |
| Load Height | 14ft (4.3m) |
Hydraulic System
| Tank capacity | 100gal (378.5L) |
| Recommended Oil | Vermeer HyPower 68 |
| Filtration Method | Dual in-tank return filters (B5=200) |
| Number of Coolers | 2 |
Implement Hydraulics
| System Type | Open-loop, pressure- and flow-compensated |
| Pump Type | Variable displacement, axial piston |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 32.4 |
| System Relief Pressure | 4,000 psi (276 bar) |
Discharge Conveyor Hydraulics
| System Type | Open-loop |
| Pump Type | Fixed displacement, gear pump |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 25.7gpm (97.3L/min) |
| System Relief Pressure | 3000 |
| Motor Series | Fixed displacement, Geroler |
Fan Drive Hydraulics
| System Type | Open-loop, pressure- and flow-compensated |
| Pump Type | Variable displacement, axial piston |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 36.2gpm (137L/min) |
| Fan Series - FWD/REV | Reversible |
Clutch
| Tank capacity | 18gal (68.1L) |
| 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 | 12.4gpm (46.9L/min) |
| System relief pressure | 260psi (17.9bar) |
Electrical System
| System Voltage | 24 Volt |
| Battery | Group 8-D, 1155 CCA (Qty 2) |
| System Protection | Fused |
Control Station
| Display Type | LCD |
| Engine Information | Yes |
| Machine Information | yes |
| Operational Faults | yes |
| Gauges | Two, fuel level and hydraulic pressure |
| Switches | Moisture-proof, toggle style |
Radio Remote Control
| Radio remote type | R424 |
| 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 |
Chassis
| Frame Description | Unit body construction |
| Tongue Description | Integrated into infeed structure |
| Hitch Type | Fifth wheel |
| Fender Description | Formed steel, replaceable |
| Brake Type | Air-actuated with spring-applied parking brake |
| Trailer Light Type | 12-24V LED |
Axle/Suspension
| Suspension Type | Leaf spring suspension |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Hendrickson |
| Capacity per Axle | 18740lbs (8500.3kg) |
| Number of Axles | 3 |
| Tires - Option One | Aluminum |
Optional Air Compressor
| Air Compressor Brand | Mi-T-M |
| Engine | Honda, 11.7 hp (8.7 kW) |
| Maximum Pressure | 175psi (12.1bar) |
| Maximum Air Flow | 29cfm (.8cmm) |
| Tank capacity (5th wheel) | 30gal (113.6L) |
Other Options
| Screens | Yes |
| Tips | Yes |
| Special Tools Group | Yes |
| Magnetic discharge conveyor pulley | Yes |
| Extended Warranty | Yes |
| Preventative Maintenance | Optional |
| Special Paint | Yes |
| Air Compressor | Optional |
| Vermeer Confidence Plus Asset Protection Program | Optional |
| Damage Defense | Yes |