Crary Bear Cat SC5540 5 Inch PTO Wood Chipper/Shredder – 25–45 HP PTO Input Power Range

The Crary® Bear Cat® SC5540 is a heavy-duty 5-inch PTO-driven wood chipper/shredder engineered for property owners, small farms, acreage management, and landscaping professionals who need a high-capacity solution for processing limbs, brush, and organic debris. Designed for tractors with 25–45 HP PTO output, this unit uses a powerful 112 lb rotor, reversible chipper blades, and high-efficiency shredding knives to convert branches and yard waste into usable mulch quickly and efficiently. With optional 1-speed or 2-speed blower systems and a 360° rotating discharge chute, the SC5540 delivers precision placement and professional-grade versatility for any cleanup or material-handling task.

KEY FEATURES

• 5-Inch Chipping Capacity: Ideal for property cleanup, storm debris, and converting branches into mulch.
• 112 lb Dynamically Balanced Rotor: Ensures smooth operation and powerful chipping performance.
• Four Reversible Chipper Blades: Heat-treated, reversible blades extend service life and reduce maintenance costs.
• Integrated Shredder System: Efficiently processes leaves, small limbs, and organic material for composting or mulching.
• Optional 1-Speed or 2-Speed Blower Systems: Enables precision discharge and efficient material placement.
• 360° Rotating Discharge Chute: Direct chips exactly where needed, including trucks, wagons, or compost piles.
• Adjustable Deflector Cap: Fine-tune chip placement for cleaner operation and less manual labor.
• PTO-Driven Power: Compatible with tractors delivering 25–45 HP at the PTO, ensuring reliable performance in demanding applications.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Built with high-strength steel for long-lasting reliability in tough environments.

APPLICATIONS / USE CASES

• Acreage Management: Convert fallen limbs and brush into mulch for easy disposal or landscaping use.
• Farm & Ranch Operations: Maintain fence lines, orchards, and wooded areas efficiently.
• Landscaping & Property Cleanup: Ideal for handling seasonal debris, prunings, and yard waste.
• Storm Debris Reduction: Quickly chip branches after storms for fast cleanup.
• Compost & Mulch Production: Shred organic material to create nutrient-rich compost.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Crary Bearcat SC5540 PTO Chipper/Shredder
• 112 lb Balanced Rotor with Installed Blades
• Four Reversible Heat-Treated Chipper Blades
• Standard Discharge Chute with Adjustable Deflector
• Operator’s Manual
• Leaf Tamper (Optional)
• Gasoline Tach/Hour Meter (Optional)
• Medium 3/4 Inch Hole Screen (Optional)
• Wet Debris 1-1/2 Inch Slot Screen (Optional)
• Fine 3/8 Inch Hole Screen (Optional)
• PTO Dolly Wheels Kit (Set of 4) (Optional)
• 2-Speed Blower Package (Optional)
• 1-Speed Blower Package (Optional)

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• PTO Input Power Range: 25 - 45 hp
• Max Chipping Capacity: 5"
• Max Shredding Capacity: 3/4"
• Chipper Chute Opening: 13" x 13"
• Chipper Chute Throat: 7.4" x 11.3"
• Shredder Chute Opening: 20" x 30"
• Rotor Size/Weight: 19" x 0.75"/112 lbs
• Chipping Blades: 4 Reversible Heat-treated
• Shredding Knives: 36
• Drive Type: Double-Banded Belt
• Feed System: Gravity/Self Feed
• Dimensions L x W x H: 43" x 43" x 44"
• Weight: 450 lbs

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What size tractor do I need to run the SC5540?
This model is designed for tractors with PTO horsepower between 25 and 45 HP.

2. Can it process wet or stringy branches?
Yes, the heavy, dynamically balanced rotor and sharp reversible blades help reduce wrapping and improve cutting efficiency.

3. What is the advantage of the optional blower system?
The blower system allows precise chip placement and faster loading into trucks, trailers, or storage piles.

4. Do the chipper blades require frequent maintenance?
No, the four heat-treated reversible blades provide long service life and can be flipped to use the opposite edge before replacement.

5. Can it shred leaves and softer organic material?
Yes, the shredding knives and rotor design work together to break down leaves and small debris into fine mulch.