Tracked Horizontal Grinder

  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Power: 173 hp (129 kW)
  • Millbox Opening: 40.5 cm wide x 63.5 cm high (15.9″ x 25″)

Introducing the Vermeer HG400TX Horizontal Grinder

Compact and versatile grinder for different grinding applications.

Offering the perfect balance of functionality and affordability, the Vermeer HG400TX Stage V/T4F is an entry level grinder for arborists and recycling firms to process green waste, composting or land clearing in small, narrow jobsites. Equipped with steel tracks, the self-propelled HG400TX can be maneuvered around challenging terrains with ease and stability. Its 173-hp (129-kW) CAT engine also enables it to process difficult materials efficiently. Various screen and grinder tip options are also available, making it suitable for a variety of applications including re-grinding rough wood waste and processing construction debris and tree stumps to obtain the desired end products.

Features

Increase in jobsite mobility

Steel tracks facilitate enhanced jobsite mobility and ease of transportation between sites. Designed with 220 mm of ground clearance, the HG400TX can traverse different terrains with ease.

Thorough grinding of materials

Materials and green waste can be grinded more thoroughly to meet various application needs. 173-hp (129-kW) CAT Stage V/T4F engine that provides high horsepower to process difficult material efficiently.

Enhanced visibility and feedcrush management

The HG400TX comes with a full function wireless remote control for operator safety, visibility and feedcrush management. The feedcrush function on the remote maximizes efficiency of processing material.

Increased application flexibility

Various screens and grinder tips options are available for different application needs. Different end products of varying sizes can be produced using the diverse range of screens and grinder tips, thus allowing for consistent output and maintaining end product quality.

Ease of changing screens

Side load screen design with one screen on top of another and can be loaded in from the side manually. This convenient design results in easier changes, allowing for product sizing adjustments to be made in less time.

General Dimensions and Lengths - Long Infeed

Maximum Length – Transport: 8m

Maximum Width (Transport): 2m

Maximum Height (Transport): 2.6m

Weight: 7983.2 kg

Engine - Option one

Make and Model: Caterpillar C4.4-C173

Number of Cylinders: 4

Gross Horsepower (Maximum): 129 kw

Torque (Max): 750 Nm

Fuel Tank Capacity: 189.3 L

Max Fuel Consumption: 36 lph

Fuel Type: Diesel

Air Cleaner: 1

Oil Filter: 2

Recommended Oil: CAT DEO-ULS SAE 10W-30, CJ-4

Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator): 26.1 L

Oil volume with filter: 14 L

Alternator: 12V-150A

Fan: 1

Fan – CAC: 1

Clutch Type: Auto clutch

Clutch Engagement: Hydraulic automatic

Drive Belt Type: SPB3900La

Sound Power: 118 dB(A)

Standard Infeed System

Feed Table Width: 123.4 cm

Feed Table Depth: 44.7 cm

Feed Table Length – Option One: 2.3 m

Feed Table Capacity: 1 cu m

Loading Height: 1.2 m

Feed Conveyor Type: Steel chain

Drive Type: Hydraulic motor

Drive Roller Construction: Steel

Front Idler Roller Construction: Steel

Infeed Floor Construction: Steel

Infeed Roller Length: 156.7 cm

Infeed Roller Width: 96.8 cm

Feed opening: 40.5 cm x 63.5 cm (15.9 in x 25 in)

Infeed Roller Weight: 133.8 kg

Infeed roller weight with arm: 393.7 kg

Infeed Roller Diameter: 38.1 cm

Maximum Feed Height: 40.4 cm

Material Type: Steel

Number of Teeth: 15

Drive Motor: 2

Feed Roller Down Pressure: 10 MPa

Safety System

Thrown Object Deflector: 1

Curtain description: 40.5 cm x 63.5 cm (15.9 in x 25 in)

Duplex Drum

Millbox Opening: 40.5 cm x 63.5 cm (15.9 in x 25 in)

Drum Weight: 410.5 kg

Drum Diameter: 79.5 cm

Drum Cutting Width: 72.4 cm

Drum Skin Thickness: 2.3 cm

Drum Speed: 1100 rpm

Tip speed (Duplex): 2757.8 m/min

Tip Speed: 1100 rpm

Bearing Type: Double row cylindrical bearing

Bearing – Inner Race Diameter: .8 cm

Number of Tips: 15

Tip option 1: Tips

Tip option 2: Bear knife

Tip option 3: Shaper

Screens

Screen Weight: <55 lb (25 kg)

Screen Type: Square

Number of Screens: 2

Number of Sides: 2

Anvil Type: Fix

Anvil Dimensions: 2

Discharge System - Single Belt Design

Length: 10.5 m

Width: 45 cm

Splice: Yes

Return Roller Quantity: 1

Idler Roller Diameter: .6 cm

Idler Roller Bearing: 2

Standard Drive Roller Diameter: 19.8 cm

Magnetic Drive Roller Diameter: 19.8 cm

Drive Motor: 1

Drive Motor Bearings: 2

Belt Speed: 221 m/min

Load Height: 2.1 m

Hydraulic System

Tank capacity: 200.6 L

Recommended Oil: HM68

Filtration Method: Filter

Number of Coolers: 1

Clutch

Tank capacity: 151.4 L

Recommended Oil: HM68

Filtration Method: Filter element

Number of Coolers: 1

Pump Type: Gear pump

System relief pressure: 206.8 bar

Electrical System

System Voltage: 12

Battery: 1

System Protection: Yes

Control Station

Display Type: Liquid crystal display

Radio Remote Control

Radio remote type: Wireless

Engine Information: Yes

Machine Information: Yes

Operational Faults: Yes

Switches: Yes

Operating Range: 98.4 ft (30 m)

Battery Type: Maintenance-free battery

Channel Setting: Yes

Chassis

Frame Description: Undercarriage

Tracks

Track Frame Description: Rigid frame

Track Type: Double grouser

Track Drive Pump Type: Gear pump

Track Drive Motor Type: Planetary motor

Track Brake Type: Normally closed

Track Length on Ground: 2055 mm

Track Width – Option One: 350 mm

Track Width Option One – Ground Bearing Pressure – Hard Ground: 60 kPa

Type of Idler: Spring-applied, hydraulically-released

Number of Idlers: 2

Pump Flow at Maximum RPM: 80 L/min

System relief pressure: 206.8 bar

Maximum Speed: 1 km/h

Other Options

Screens: 6 types

Tips: 5 types