General
| Manufacturer | VERMEER |
| Model | HG4000 Horizontal Grinder |
| Year | |
| Category | |
| Subcategory | Horizontal Grinders |
General Dimensions and Lengths - Long Infeed
| Maximum length - Transport (5th wheel) | 32ft (9.8m) |
| Maximum Length (Operation) | 52ft (15.8m) |
| Maximum Width (Transport) | 8.2ft (2.5m) |
| Maximum Height (Transport) | 13ft (4m) |
| Maximum weight (5th wheel) | 52000lbs (23586.8kg) |
| Maximum tongue weight (5th wheel) | 16960lbs (7692.9kg) |
| Maximum axle weight (5th wheel) | 37400lbs (16964.4kg) |
Engine - Option one
| Make and Model | CAT C13B Tier 4 final/Stage V |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 536hp (399.7kw) |
| Torque (Max) | 1807ft-lb (2450Nm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 200gal (757.1L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 27.2gph (103lph) |
| Fuel Type | Ultra-low sulfur diesel (<15 ppm) |
| Diesel exhaust fluid capacity | 17.3gal (65.5L) |
| 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 |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid (nitrite-free, pre-diluted 50/50) |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 10.5gal (39.7L) |
| Oil volume with filter | 9gal (34.1L) |
| Air to boil temperature | 128° F (53° C) |
| Alternator | 24 V 250 A |
| Fan | Flexxaire (variable pitch) |
| Fan - CAC | Electric (variable speed) |
| Clutch Type | Hydraulic-operated twin disc |
| Clutch Engagement | Push button |
| Drive Belt Type | V-belt |
| Sound Power | 112.3 dB |
Standard Infeed System
| Feed Table Width | 60in (152.4cm) |
| Feed Table Depth | 20in (50.8cm) |
| Feed Table Length - Option One | 15ft (4.6m) |
| Feed Table Capacity | 4.6cu yd (3.5cu m) |
| Loading Height | 7.6ft (2.3m) |
| Flare Construction | Integrated with bolt on corner flare |
| Feed Conveyor Type | Welded slat chain |
| Material Construction | Steel |
| Drive Type | Fixed displacement motor |
| Drive Roller Construction | Welded steel |
| Front Idler Roller Construction | Self-cleaning auger |
| Infeed Floor Construction | Welded steel |
| Infeed Roller Width | 56in (142.2cm) |
| Feed opening | 60-in (152.4 -cm) high x 35.5-in (90.2-cm) wide |
| Infeed roller weight with arm | 2700lbs (1224.7kg) |
| Infeed Roller Diameter | 28in (71.1cm) |
| Material Type | Steel |
| Tooth Design | Serrated bars |
| Number of Teeth | 10 |
| Drive Motor | Fixed displacement motor/planetary |
| Drive Planetary | 34.2:1 |
| Feed Roller Down Pressure | Adjustable |
Safety System
| Thrown Object Deflector | Standard |
| Deflector Position | Variable |
| Curtain description | Rubber |
Duplex Drum
| Millbox Opening | 60-in (152.4-cm) wide x 30.5-in (77.5-cm) high |
| Drum Weight | 5370lbs (2435.8kg) |
| Drum Diameter | 22.5in (57.2cm) |
| Tip Diameter | 31.3in (79.5cm) |
| Drum Cutting Width | 60.9in (154.7cm) |
| Drum Skin Thickness | 1.5in (3.8cm) |
| Drum Speed | 1113rpm |
| Tip speed (Duplex) | 9615ft/min (2930.7m/min) |
| Bearing Type | Double row spherical roller |
| Bearing - Inner Race Diameter | 4.3in (10.9cm) |
| Bearing - Dynamic Capacity | 136000lbs (61688.6kg) |
| Number of Hammers | 9 |
| Number of Tips | 18 |
| Tip types | Premium wide |
| Center Retention Pin Dimensions | 2-in (5-cm) diameter x 75.3-in (191-cm) long |
| Number of Wipers | Four-blade spiral fan |
Chipper Drum
| Millbox Opening | 60-in (152.4-cm) wide x 31-in (78.7-cm) high |
| Drum Weight | 4707lbs (2135.1kg) |
| Drum Diameter | 27.3in (69.3cm) |
| Drum Cutting Width | 60in (152.4cm) |
| Drum Skin Thickness | 1.3in (3.3cm) |
| Depth of Cut | Adjustable: .125 in (.31 cm) to 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Number of Knives | 12 |
| 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 | 12 |
| Drum Speed | 842rpm |
| Tip speed (1-in chip) | 7274ft/min (2217.1m/min) |
| Bearing Type | Double row spherical roller |
| Bearing - Inner Race Diameter | 4.3in (10.9cm) |
| Bearing - Dynamic Capacity | 136000lbs (61688.6kg) |
| Shaft diameter | 5in (12.7cm) |
| Shaft Retention Type | Keyless bushing |
Screens
| Screen Weight | Varies |
| Screen Dimensions | .75-in (1.9-cm) thick |
| Screen Type | Abrasion-resistant steel |
| Number of Screens | 2 |
| Screen Area | 3131sq in (20200sq cm) |
| Millbox lid liner | Abrasion-resistant steel |
| Number of Sides | 1 |
| Liner Dimensions | 62-in (157.4-cm) wide x 21.5-in (54.6-cm) high x 16-in (40.6-cm) radius |
| Anvil Type | Adjustable, replaceable wear surfaces |
| Anvil Dimensions | 6.1-in (15.6-cm) high x 73.5-in (186.7-cm) long x 13.6-in (34.5-cm) wide |
Discharge System - Single Belt Design
| Length | 20ft (6.1m) |
| Width | 48in (121.9cm) |
| Belt Design | 3-ply, 330# with V-cleat |
| Splice | R2 stainless steel cable |
| Return Roller Quantity | 3 |
| 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 motor |
| Belt Speed | 625ft/min (190.5m/min) |
| Load Height | 14ft (4.3m) |
Hydraulic System
| Tank capacity | 7.7gal (29.1L) |
| Recommended Oil | Vermeer HyPower 68 |
| Filtration Method | Dual return filters |
| Number of Coolers | 1 |
Implement Hydraulics
| Components | Dual PVG-32 valves |
| System Type | Open-loop, pressure and flow compensated |
| Pump Type | Variable displacement, axial piston |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 25.3 gpm (96.5 L/min) |
| System Relief Pressure | 3000 psi (206.8 bar) |
Discharge Conveyor Hydraulics
| System Type | Open-loop |
| Pump Type | Fixed displacement gear pump |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 16.3gpm (61.7L/min) |
| System Relief Pressure | 2900 psi (200 bar) |
| Motor Series | TH |
Clutch
| System Type | Hydraulically-activated variable pitch |
Electrical System
| System Voltage | 24 Volt |
| Battery | 8D-MHD, 1400 CCA (qty. 2) |
| System Protection | Fused |
Control Station
| Engine Information | Yes |
| Machine Information | Yes |
| Operational Faults | Yes |
| Gauges | No |
| Switches | Sealed membrane CAN bus keypad |
Radio Remote Control
| Radio remote type | R424 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Engine Information | Yes |
| Machine Information | Yes |
| Operational Faults | Yes |
| Gauges | No |
| Switches | Sealed membrane |
| Operating Range | 300 ft (91.4 m) |
| Battery Type | AA (6) |
| Channel Setting | 50 channels |
Chassis
| Frame Description | Unit body construction |
| Tongue Description | Fabricated |
| Hitch Type | 5th wheel |
| Fender Description | Formed steel, replaceable |
| Brake Type | ABS |
| Trailer Light Type | 12-24V LED |
Axle/Suspension
| Suspension Type | Spring |
| Manufacturer - Option One | Hutchens Industrial, Inc. |
| Capacity per Axle | 22400lbs (10160.5kg) |
| Number of axles (5th wheel) | 2 |
| Tires - Option One | 385/65R22.5 |
| Wheels - Option One | Aluminum |
| Ground Clearance - Option One | 17in (43.2cm) |
Other Options
| Screens | Yes |
| Tips | Yes |
| Special Tools Group | Yes |
| Magnetic discharge conveyor pulley | Yes |
| Extended Warranty | Yes |
| Preventative Maintenance | Optional |
| Special Paint | Optional |
| Air Compressor | Options via hitch selection |
| Vermeer Confidence Plus Asset Protection Program | Optional |