Crary Bear Cat CH4420 4.5 Inch Towable Wood Chipper - Briggs & Stratton XR Pro 13 HP Engine
The Crary® Bear Cat® CH4420 is a compact yet powerful 4.5-inch wood chipper designed for first-time chipper owners, small acreage users, and professional rental applications. Powered by a reliable 13 HP Briggs & Stratton XR Pro engine, this machine delivers exceptional chipping performance with its 49 lb. rotor spinning at 3000 RPM. Built for durability and efficient operation, the CH4420 produces high-quality chips while minimizing maintenance, making it an excellent choice for property cleanup, landscaping, and brush management.
KEY FEATURES
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Engine: Briggs & Stratton XR Pro 13 HP engine provides strong, dependable performance.
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4.5 Inch Chipping Capacity: Handles branches up to 4.5 inches in diameter for versatile property maintenance.
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49 lb. Rotor: Heavy-duty rotor equipped with two oversized, heat-treated chipping blades for aggressive cutting.
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Rotor Speed: Operates at 3000 RPM at full throttle for optimal chipping efficiency.
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Heavy-Duty Belt Drive: Double-banded belt ensures maximum positive power transfer and long service life.
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Cantilever Disc Design: Helps reduce material wrapping, ideal for sappy, stringy, or wet wood types.
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4-Sided Adjustable Anvil: Maintains consistent chipping quality and extends component lifespan.
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Compact & User-Friendly: Perfect for small acreage owners, first-time users, and rental fleet applications.
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Standard 2" Coupler: Allows easy towing and transport.
APPLICATIONS / USE CASES
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Property Cleanup: Efficiently chips branches, brush, and yard debris for residential and small-acreage properties.
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Landscaping Operations: Ideal for turning pruning waste into manageable mulch.
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Storm Debris Removal: Quickly processes fallen limbs after storms.
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Brush Management: Useful for clearing overgrown areas, trails, and fence lines.
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Rental Fleets: Durable design makes it a strong performer for equipment rental businesses.
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Farm & Acreage Maintenance: Great for managing wood debris around barns, paddocks, orchards, and rural properties.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Crary Bearcat CH4420 Wood Chipper
- Briggs & Stratton XR Pro 13 HP Engine (installed)
- 4-Sided Adjustable Anvil
- Dual Heat-Treated Chipper Blades (installed)
- 2" Tow Coupler
- Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
- Gas Tach/Hour Meter (Optional)
- 4.5 Inch Discharge Tube Kit (Optional)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Engine: Briggs & Stratton XR Pro
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Gross HP:13
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Starter Type: Recoil
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Displacement: 420cc
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Chute Opening: 13" x 15"
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Chute Throat: 4.5" x 4.5"
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Rotor Size/Weight: Cantilevered 14" x 1"/49 lbs
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Chipping Blades: 2 Reversible Heat-treated
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Drive Type: Double-Banded Belt
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Feed System: Gravity/Self Feed
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Max Chipping Capacity: 4.5" Max capacity and infeed opening
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Dimensions L x W x H: 75" x 51" x 44"
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Weight: 465 lbs
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Wheel Base: 44"
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Wheels/Tires: ST4.8-8
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
1. What size branches can the CH4420 chip?
The CH4420 can chip branches up to 4.5 inches in diameter, making it suitable for residential and small commercial applications.
2. Is this chipper suitable for rental businesses?
Yes. Its durable steel construction, adjustable anvil, and powerful rotor make it an excellent choice for rental fleets seeking long-lasting equipment.
3. Can it handle wet or sappy wood?
Yes. The cantilever disc design helps prevent wrapping and clogging, making it much more effective with fibrous, sappy, or damp materials.
4. What type of maintenance is required?
Routine maintenance includes checking the belt tension, sharpening or rotating blades, and inspecting the anvil. All maintenance points are easily accessible.
5. Can this unit be towed behind a vehicle?
Yes. The CH4420 comes standard with a 2-inch coupler for simple and secure towing around job sites or properties.