Bandit Hand-Fed Wood Chippers
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Built by Experience. Backed by Ownership. Trusted by Professionals.
Bandit Industries, Inc. was founded in 1983 by Mike Morey Sr., who left a prominent position in the wood chipper manufacturing industry to pursue a better way to build hand-fed chippers. His vision was simple: to produce a high-quality product and always take care of the customer. That philosophy has guided Bandit for more than four decades and is instilled in every employee today.
In 2018, upon retirement, Mike Morey Sr., along with partners Dianne Morey and Jerry Morey, transitioned Bandit Industries into an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Bandit is now a 100% employee-owned company, ensuring that the same pride, accountability, and dedication to quality continue for generations to come.
Why Tree Care Professionals Choose Bandit
Bandit hand-fed chippers are preferred by tree care professionals for several key reasons:
- Unmatched pulling and compressing capability
- Minimal electronic components
- Exceptional ease of serviceability
- Rugged, all-steel welded construction
A Dealer Network You Can Rely On
A major contributor to Bandit’s success is its dedicated dealer network. Bandit dealers invest heavily in the brand and work daily to support customers at the highest level. Each dealer is staffed with trained parts, sales, and service professionals who receive ongoing factory training. Dealers stock a wide range of machines and parts and are supported by Bandit’s regional sales and parts representatives—ensuring fast, knowledgeable support when it matters most.
The Bandit Slide Box Feed System
Introduced on the first Bandit hand-fed chipper in 1983, the Slide Box Feed System remains a core feature on most Bandit models today. This design allows the top feed wheel to travel straight up and down, applying direct down pressure to incoming material.
- Adjustable side-mounted down-pressure springs accommodate varying material sizes
- Hydraulic lift cylinders (standard on most models) further enhance productivity
- Dual feed systems driven by high-displacement hydraulic motors are featured on many models
This system reduces manual labor, improves feeding efficiency, and increases overall productivity.
Bandit prioritizes hydraulic systems over electronics, resulting in enhanced functionality, simplified maintenance, and reduced downtime.
Every Bandit chipper is built using the highest-quality components and features all-steel welded construction for long-term durability. This is one reason Bandit chippers consistently command top resale value. In addition to the standard warranty, every Bandit chipper includes a 5-year GUTS warranty covering fabricated components of the disc or drum and feed system.
Bandit strives to engineer each Bandit chipper to be easy and safe to operate. Numerous safety features are included consisting of an operator’s control bar, last chance cables, engine disable plug, and more. Bandit chippers comply with all OSHA and ANSI safety requirements.
Bandit offers a wide range of disc and drum-style chippers with capacities from 6” to 21” to meet the needs of every operation.
Disc-Style Chippers
Disc-style chippers use a heavy-duty disc positioned at a 45-degree angle to the feed wheel, allowing them to chip material with less horsepower and fuel consumption. Their chipping angle and cupped paddles also generate higher chip-throw velocity.
6 & 7-Inch Disc Chippers
Starting the disc chipper lineup are the Models 65XP and 75XP, compact hand-fed disc chippers with 6- and 7-inch chipping capacities.
These machines are easy to tow, simple to operate, and highly popular with rental companies and tree care professionals looking for a smaller, maneuverable chipper.
Gas engine options range from 25 to 37 horsepower, providing dependable performance in a compact package.
While similar in size and configuration, the 75XP features a feed system that pivots in the opposite direction compared to the 65XP, making it more efficient feeding shorter pieces.
9-Inch Disc Chipper
Stepping up in capacity, the Model 90XC is a 9-inch disc-style chipper designed for tree services, rental fleets, and municipalities needing robust performance without excess weight.
Weighing approximately 3,500 pounds, the 90XC is easy to tow while still capable of processing material up to 9 inches in diameter.
It is powered by a 40 horsepower Vanguard EFI gas engine, delivering excellent efficiency and chip-throwing power.
12-Inch Disc-Style Chippers
Bandit offers three 12-inch disc-style chippers, each designed for different applications.
The Model 200UC is the most compact of the group and is favored by utility line-clearing contractors thanks to its light weight and fast processing of trimmings. Engine options are limited to 84 horsepower, keeping the machine compact and maneuverable.
The Model 200XP adds versatility with a thicker chipper disc, larger engine options up to 145 horsepower, and an optional hydraulic winch, making it a solid option for those who want winch capability without moving up to a larger machine.
The Model 250XP is the ultimate 12-inch hand-fed disc chipper. A favorite among tree services and municipalities since the early 1990s, it is known for its powerful feed system, wide infeed hopper, and exceptional chip-throwing velocity. For operators who prefer disc chippers, the 250XP remains a proven, highly productive solution. Engine options ranging from 125 to 185 horsepower are available.
Larger Model Disc Chippers
For larger jobs, Bandit offers the 255XP and 280XP, featuring 15- and 18-inch chipping capacities with engine options ranging from 125 to 275 horsepower. These machines are built for high-volume production and demanding applications.
Drum-Style Chippers
Bandit drum-style chippers are known for their high productivity and durability.
With the drum positioned at a 90-degree angle to the feed wheels and closely coupled knives, these machines excel at processing brushy, fibrous, and limb-heavy material.
Oversized drums are featured on most models turning slower, generating more torque while requiring less horsepower and fuel.
For maximum chip throwing power, each machine features adjustable side vents and a power slot located on the front side of the transition. These combinations ensure each drum chipper throws chips at a maximum velocity fully loading chip trucks.
12-Inch Drum Chippers – “The Triple Threat”
The Model 12XC is the most compact drum-style chipper in the lineup, offering an attractive price and reliable performance. The 12XC features a 20” diameter 2-knife drum with single feed wheel mounted in a pivot style feed system. Engine options include gas or diesel, ranging from 49 to 74 horsepower, with several clutch configurations including a centrifugal option.
The Model 12XPC steps up with Bandit’s proven Slide Box Feed System, 24” diameter 4-knife drum, dual feed wheels, and engine options up to 84 horsepower, delivering increased pulling power and productivity.
The Model 12XP is the most powerful in the 12-inch class, featuring the same feed system and drum as the 12XPC but offered with engine options up to 145 horsepower and an optional hydraulic winch, making it the preferred choice for maximum production.
15-Inch Drum Chippers
The Model 15XPC blends compact size with high output, featuring the same 24” diameter 4-knife drum as the 12XPC and 12XP but with a larger capacity feed system.
The Model 15XP dominates the 15-inch class with its 37-inch diameter 4-knife drum, the largest in its category, and a throat opening designed to handle big, forked material with ease.
With exceptional pulling power and fuel efficiency, the 15XP is one of the most popular 15” capacity chippers available.
Engine options for both models range from 125 to 174 horsepower.
High-Production Drum Chippers
Three larger capacity drum-style models are offered, each with their own set of advantages accommodating various tree care applications.
The Model 18XP offers an 18-inch capacity, 37” diameter x 22” wide drum, powerful performance, and can be manufactured to stay under 10,000 pounds in most configurations. Engine options include gas and diesel ranging from 125 to 185 horsepower.
The Model 19XPC with 19” chipping capability builds on the 18XP platform with a larger top feed wheel and increased hydraulic power, delivering over 10,000 pounds of pulling force—ideal for high-volume production. The 19XPC is available with engine options ranging from 139 to 225 horsepower and has a variety of axle set-ups including single axle, single axle with dual tires, and tandem axles. Additionally, the 19XPC can be kept under 10,000 pounds with a gas engine and limited options.
At the top of the lineup is the 21” capacity Model 21XP, featuring a massive throat opening and engine options up to 350 horsepower. Designed for whole-tree processing and large removals, the 21XP represents the ultimate in hand-fed chipper performance and is available with a Kesla loader that can be operated by a swing-out operator’s console or wireless remote operation.
Track Chippers
For lot clearing, fire mitigation, and right-of-way work, select Bandit hand-fed chippers are available in rubber or steel track configurations, all controlled by wireless remote.
No matter the job, Bandit offers a hand-fed chipper built to save time, increase productivity, and maximize return on investment. Bandit also manufactures a full line of user-friendly and highly productive stump grinders.
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