Crary Bear Cat CH9540H 9 Inch PTO Hydraulic Wood Chipper – 35–60 HP PTO Input Power Range, DDC System

The Crary® Bear Cat® CH9540H is a commercial-grade 9-inch PTO hydraulic wood chipper engineered for farms, orchards, municipalities, golf courses, and land management professionals who require high-capacity chipping with advanced electronic feed control. Designed for tractors with 35–60 HP PTO, this unit combines a massive 275 lb rotor, hydraulic feed roller, and a Digital Display Controller (DDC) to deliver unmatched efficiency, feed precision, and ease of operation. With a large 31" x 31" hopper, a true 9" x 9" intake, and rugged plate-steel construction, the CH9540H is built for continuous, heavy-duty use in demanding environments.

KEY FEATURES

• Heavy-Duty 9" Chipping Capacity: Handles large logs, branches, and brush with ease, ideal for high-volume property cleanup and land management.
• Massive Rotor: 30" x 1.25" thick, 275 lb dynamically balanced disc produces exceptional chipping force and smooth operation.
• Four Reversible Chipper Blades: Heat-treated and reversible to extend service life and reduce operating costs.
• Large Feed System: 31" x 31" hopper with a full 9" x 9" throat opening allows bulky materials to enter without extensive trimming.
• 360° Rotating Discharge Chute: Direct wood chips exactly where you want them, including into trucks or trailers.
• Hydraulic Feed with Instant Reverse: Variable speed allows precise control over material flow while instant reverse clears jams quickly.
• Digital Display Controller (DDC): Bright TFT screen offers maintenance alerts, diagnostics, feed control, troubleshooting prompts, and multilingual options.
• Built-In Hydraulic Jack: Simplifies servicing and improves maintenance efficiency.
• Durable Plate-Steel Construction: Engineered for long life and rugged, continuous operation in commercial environments.
• Easy Maintenance: Hinged disc cover provides wide, quick access for blade changes and cleaning.
• Category 1 Three-Point Hitch Mount: Quick PTO hookup ensures fast, convenient deployment on the jobsite.

APPLICATIONS / USE CASES

• Farm & Orchard Operations: Process prunings, limbs, and storm-damaged wood into chips for reuse or disposal.
• Golf Course & Parks Maintenance: Ideal for managing tree trimmings and keeping grounds clean year-round.
• Municipal & Roadside Cleanup: Perfect for public works teams handling brush removal and storm debris.
• Landscaping & Forestry Contractors: Handles large-scale chipping tasks with professional-grade speed and efficiency.
• Large Property Management: A dependable solution for ongoing maintenance of wooded acreage.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Crary Bearcat CH9540H 9" PTO Hydraulic Wood Chipper
• Four Reversible Heat-Treated Chipper Blades (Installed)
• Digital Display Controller (DDC) Feed System
• 31" x 31" Feed Hopper
• 360 Degree Rotating Discharge Chute
• Operator’s Manual
• 9 Inch PTO Stand Extension Kit (Optional)
• PTO Dolly Wheel Kit (Set of 4) (Optional)
• Low Profile Discharge Chute Kit (Optional)
• Fine Chip Rotor Assembly Kit (Optional)

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• PTO Input Power Range: 35 - 60 hp
• Max Chipping Capacity: 9"
• Chute Opening: 31" x 31"
• Chute Throat: 9" x 9"
• Rotor Size/Weight: 30" x 1.25"/275 lbs
• Chipping Blades: 4 Reversible Heat-treated
• Drive Type: Triple-Banded Belt
• Feed System: Hydraulic
• Hydraulic Controller: DDC System
• Dimensions L x W x H: 71" x 52" x 93"
• Weight: 1,460 lbs

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What PTO horsepower is required for the CH9540H?
This chipper is designed for tractors with 35–60 HP PTO output.

2. How does the Digital Display Controller improve operation?
The DDC provides diagnostics, maintenance reminders, multilingual support, feed control monitoring, and troubleshooting guidance directly on a bright TFT screen.

3. Is the hydraulic feed system automatic?
Yes, if rotor RPM drops, the controller pauses the feed roller until optimal speed returns, maximizing efficiency and reducing wear.

4. Can it chip green, stringy, or wet wood?
Yes. The cantilever rotor design and reversible blades allow efficient chipping with reduced risk of wrapping or clogging.

5. How easy is it to service the unit?
Very easy, the hinged disc cover, onboard hydraulic jack, and accessible blade mounts make maintenance fast and straightforward.