The Vermeer HG6000TX is a high-capacity, track-driven horizontal grinder designed for large-scale land clearing, wood waste, and green waste recycling. It features a 755 hp diesel engine, a series III duplex drum for efficient grinding, and a SmartGrind system that automatically adjusts processing speeds. The unit is built for mobility with a robust track undercarriage, making it ideal for navigating uneven, remote jobsites.
| Manufacturer | VERMEER |
| Model | HG6000TX Horizontal Grinder |
| Year | |
| Category | |
| Subcategory | Horizontal Grinders |
| Maximum Length - Transport | 37.3ft (11.4m) |
| Maximum Length - Transport with Dolly | 45.8ft (14m) |
| Maximum Length (Operation) | 54.5ft (16.6m) |
| Maximum Width Transport - with Dolly | 9.8ft (3m) |
| Maximum Height Transport with Dolly | 154.8in (393.2cm) |
| Weight | 75000lbs (34019.4kg) |
| Tongue Weight - Engine Option 1 with Dolly | 37590lbs (17050.5kg) |
| Axle Weight - Engine Option 1 with Dolly | 48910lbs (22185.2kg) |
| Dolly Weight | 9500lbs (4309.1kg) |
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C18 Tier 4F (Stage IVB) |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 755hp (563kw) |
| Torque (Max) | 2582ft-lb (3500.7Nm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350gal (1324.9L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 38.3gph (145lph) |
| 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 | 36qt (34.1L) |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 22.6gal (85.6L) |
| Alternator | 24 Volt |
| Fan | (Qty 2) Hydraulically driven, reversible |
| Fan - CAC | Hydraulic (variable speed) |
| 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) | 755hp (563kw) |
| Torque (Max) | 2582ft-lb (3500.7Nm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350gal (1324.9L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 39.5gph (149.5lph) |
| 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, 15W-40 |
| Oil Volume with Filter | 36qt (34.1L) |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 22.6gal (85.6L) |
| Air to Boil Temperature | 118deg |
| 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 | 122 dB(A) |
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C18 Tier 3 |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 |
| Gross Horsepower (Maximum) | 630hp (469.8kw) |
| Torque (Max) | 2041ft-lb (2767.2Nm) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 350gal (1324.9L) |
| Max Fuel Consumption | 34.6gph (131lph) |
| 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 | 36qt (34.1L) |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator) | 21.3gal (80.6L) |
| 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 |
| Feed opening | 32-in (81.3-cm) high x 56.4-in (143.3-cm) wide |
| Infeed roller weight with arm | 3350lbs (1519.5kg) |
| Feed opening | 32-in (81.3-cm) high x 56.4-in (143.3-cm) wide |
| Infeed roller weight with arm | 3483lbs (1579.9kg) |
| Thrown Object Deflector | Standard |
| Deflector Position | Variable |
| 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) |
| Millbox Opening | 60 |
| Drum Weight | 5946lbs (2697.1kg) |
| Drum Diameter | 34.3in (87.1cm) |
| Drum Cutting Width | 63in (160cm) |
| 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 | 683rpm |
| Bearing Type | Spherical |
| Bearing - Inner Race Diameter | 5.5in (14cm) |
| Shaft diameter | 6.5in (16.5cm) |
| Shaft Retention Type | Keyless bushing |
| Screen Weight | 470lbs (213.2kg) |
| 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 |
| Anvil Dimensions | 22.8"x 4.1"x 80.8" (57.9 cm x 10.4 cm x 205.2 cm) |
| 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) |
| Tank capacity | 100gal (378.5L) |
| 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 | 25.7gpm (97.3L/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 | 36.2gpm (137L/min) |
| Motor Series | Radiator-Permco M197 Series; CAC-Turolla OCG SNM2 Series |
| Fan Series - FWD/REV | Reversible |
| 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) |
| 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 |
| Radio remote type | R524 |
| 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 | 20000lbs (9071.8kg) |
| 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 | 5.3in (13.5cm) |
| 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 | 55.6psi (383.3kPa) |
| Track Width Option One - Ground Bearing Pressure - Soft Ground | 10.2psi (70.3kPa) |
| Track Width Option Two - Ground Bearing Pressure - Option | 13.2psi (91kPa) |
| Track Width Option Two - Ground Bearing Pressure - Option Two | 72.2psi (497.8kPa) |
| Type of Idler | D5 excavator rollers |
| Number of Idlers | 20 |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 43gpm (162.8L/min) |
| System relief pressure | 5000psi (344.7bar) |
| Maximum Speed | 2.6mph (4.2km/h) |
| Low Speed Travel in Creep Mode | 1mph (1.6km/h) |
| 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) |
| 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 |
