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A wood chipper turns a brush pile into mulch instead of a burn pile you keep moving. Our Wood Chippers collection covers chipper shredders from DK2, SuperHandy, and Quick Attach, from 3-inch compact machines for yard cleanup up to a 9-inch PTO tractor chipper for serious land clearing.

Most of the range is towable. The DK2 and SuperHandy chipper shredders roll behind an ATV, tractor, or utility vehicle so you can work at the pile instead of hauling brush to the machine. Once the brush is chipped, our Stump Grinders take out what is left in the ground and our Grapples move the rest.

Branch capacity is the number that matters most. Compact 3-inch machines run a 6.5 or 7HP engine, 4 and 5-inch towables step up to 9 to 15HP with electric start, and the 6.25-inch DK2 models use a 14HP Kohler with a cyclonic drum. Our wood chipper sizing guide matches capacity to the work.

If you already own the machine, let it do the work. The Quick Attach PTO tractor chipper runs off a CAT 1 hitch with hydraulic feed and 360 degree discharge, and the Quick Attach Mini Chipper mounts to a mini skid steer with a 4.5-inch capacity. Both live in our Quick Attach collection.

Key Advantages of Our Wood Chippers

  • 3 to 9-Inch Capacity: Compact chipper shredders for yard cleanup through a 9-inch PTO chipper for commercial land clearing.
  • Towable Where the Brush Is: Most models tow behind an ATV, lawn tractor, or utility vehicle, so the chipper comes to the pile.
  • Commercial Engines: Kohler Command PRO power on the DK2 lineup, with a 3-year Kohler engine warranty on most models.
  • Feed Systems That Save Work: Hydraulic auto-feed on the DK2 OPC505AE and the PTO chipper, and cyclonic drums on the 6.25-inch models.

How to Choose a Wood Chipper

Choosing the best wood chipper comes down to four things:

  • Branch Capacity: Measure the thickest limbs you cut. 3 inches covers routine yard work, 4 to 5 inches handles storm cleanup on acreage, and 6 inches and up is production territory.
  • Power and Feed: 6.5 to 7HP suits 3-inch machines. Step up to 14 or 15HP for 5 and 6-inch capacity, and pick hydraulic feed if you feed long, crooked limbs rather than trimmed sticks.
  • Host Machine: Standalone chippers bring their own engine. A PTO chipper runs off a tractor with 25 to 60 PTO HP depending on the model, and the Mini Chipper runs off a mini skid steer.
  • Towing: Check the coupler before you buy. Our towables use a 1-7/8-inch ball, a 2-inch ball, or a lawn tractor hitch pin, and the DK2 machines are rated for off-road property moves, not highway towing.

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Quick Product Comparison

Product Name Power & Mount Capacity Stand-out Features Brand
SuperHandy Wood Chipper Compact 7HP gas, wheeled 3-inch branches 15:1 reduction ratio, compact footprint SuperHandy
DK2 OPC524 Towable Brush Chipper Shredder 7HP Kohler, towable on a 1-7/8-inch ball 4-inch branches Kinetic drum, ATV-style wheels, off-road towing DK2
SuperHandy Towable Wood Chipper Shredder 15HP 420cc electric start, 2-inch ball 5-inch branches Electric start, 13-inch pneumatic wheels SuperHandy
DK2 OPC506E Towable Brush Chipper Shredder 14HP Kohler electric start, towable 6.25-inch branches Cyclonic drum, DOT-approved tires DK2
Quick Attach PTO Tractor Wood Chipper Tractor PTO, CAT 1 hitch, 25 to 60 PTO HP 5 or 9-inch branches Hydraulic feed, 360 degree discharge Quick Attach

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Why Choose Wood Chippers from Log Bear Works?

  • Chipper shredders from trusted brands including DK2, SuperHandy, and Quick Attach
  • Full manufacturer warranty included, with a 3-year Kohler engine warranty on most DK2 models
  • Free shipping and a 30-day money back guarantee
  • Expert support from real people in the USA who can size a chipper to your property, by phone or live chat

Frequently Asked Questions

What size wood chipper do I need?
Match the capacity to the thickest branches you actually cut. For routine yard work up to 3 inches, a 6.5 or 7HP compact chipper shredder handles it. For storm cleanup and regular property maintenance at 4 to 5 inches, step up to a 9 to 15HP towable. For 6 inches and up, our 14HP cyclonic drum models or the PTO tractor chipper are the right tools. Read our full sizing guide.

Gas or electric: which wood chipper should I get?
Every chipper in this collection is gas powered or PTO driven, because electric machines cap out around leaf and twig work. The one electric unit we carry is a 120V leaf mulcher for leaves and light yard waste, not branches. If you are chipping real limbs, or working away from an outlet, gas is the answer. See our homeowner buying guide.

What's the difference between a brush chipper and a wood chipper?
Brush chippers and shredders are built for leafy material, soft branches, and yard debris. Wood chippers are built for hard wood and thicker limbs. Most machines here are combo chipper shredders that do both, with a side chute for branches and a top hopper for brush. If you mostly clear brush, you do not need the heaviest chipper in the lineup. Compare brush vs wood chippers.

Should I get a towable wood chipper or a portable one?
It depends on where the brush is. Towable chippers follow you around the property, and compact wheeled models stay near the driveway or barn. Check the coupler before you buy, because ours differ: the DK2 OPC524 uses a 1-7/8-inch ball, the OPC503V, OPC505AE and the SuperHandy towables use a 2-inch ball, and the OPC513 connects to a lawn tractor or ATV with a standard hitch pin. The DK2 towables are rated for off-road property moves at 15 to 25 MPH, not highway towing.

Will a wood chipper pay for itself?
That depends on how often you would otherwise hire out. If you clear storm damage or maintain several acres, the money you keep from tree service and brush hauling adds up quickly, and you also stop paying to dispose of material you can use as mulch. For occasional homeowner cleanup, a chipper is more of a time and convenience tool than a strict return on investment. See the full ROI breakdown.

Will a wood chipper handle hardwood like oak or maple?
Yes, with the right size. Oak, maple, and hickory take more power than softwoods, so for hardwood branches up to 3 inches you want at least 7HP, and for 4 inches and thicker look at 14 to 15HP with a heavier feed system. Smaller chippers can cut hardwood, but the blades dull faster and you will work in shorter passes. Size the chipper to the hardest wood on your property.

Do you have a chipper for a tractor or skid steer?
Yes. The Quick Attach PTO tractor wood chipper mounts on a CAT 1 three point hitch and runs off the tractor's PTO, in a 5-inch model for 25 to 45 PTO HP and a 9-inch model for 35 to 60 PTO HP, both with hydraulic feed and 360 degree discharge. The Quick Attach Mini Chipper runs off a mini skid steer with a 4.5-inch capacity and a 13-inch feed opening. Compare a skid steer chipper with a tow behind.

How do I compare PTO wood chipper models?
Start with your tractor, not the chipper. PTO horsepower and hitch rating narrow the list fast, then match chipping capacity to the work: bigger capacity means less chainsaw prep on thick limbs, while smaller machines cover routine cleanup and storm debris. After that, look at the feed system, because hydraulic feed pulls tangled brush through on its own while gravity feed suits trimmed limbs; at build quality, meaning heavy-gauge steel, solid welds, and knives and bearings you can actually reach; and at the discharge, where a rotating chute saves cleanup time. The PTO chipper in this collection is the Quick Attach PTO Tractor Wood Chipper at $8,245.00, running a CAT 1 hitch with hydraulic feed, 360 degree discharge and 5 and 9-inch capacity.

What is the difference between gravity-feed and hydraulic infeed wood chippers?
Gravity-feed chippers use a steeply angled hopper and the weight of the branch to draw material into the blades. Heavy limbs mostly feed themselves, lighter brush needs a nudge, and there are fewer moving parts to service. Hydraulic infeed chippers use a powered roller that grabs the material and feeds it at a steady pace, handles crooked and bushy limbs without fuss, and can reverse to clear a jam. Both are represented in this collection, with hydraulic auto-feed on the DK2 OPC505AE and on the Quick Attach PTO chipper.

What maintenance does a wood chipper need?
Not much, but it matters. Grease the bearings on a regular schedule with a quality lithium grease, and do it before long jobs rather than after. Check belt tension and look the belts over for wear and glazing now and then. Blades are the heart of the machine, so plan on sharpening or replacing them as they dull, since sharp blades change both how the machine cuts and how safely it feeds. Every unit ships with a manual that gives the real schedule for oil changes, lubrication and safety checks for that specific model, and following it is what gets you years of service.

Single flywheel or twin flywheel: how do wood chippers differ?
On a single flywheel machine, one heavy disc does both jobs, chipping the material and using its own momentum to throw the chips out the chute. It handles branches well, though light leafy material can bog down in the chute unless you feed a heavier stick behind it. A twin flywheel machine splits the work, with one wheel chipping at its best speed and a second spinning faster to move air and clear the chips, so leafy yard waste is less likely to pack the chute. The machines in this collection are drum-style chippers rather than twin flywheel units, including the cyclonic drum on the 6.25-inch DK2 models, and the tool-free swing-open chutes on those give you access to the drum without tools if anything does pack in.

Do wood chippers arrive assembled?
Most arrive largely pre-assembled, with the finishing work left to you: typically the hopper, chute, wheels and handle depending on the model. Setup is straightforward with basic hand tools and easier with a second pair of hands. How long it takes varies by machine, so check the manual that ships with your unit, which walks through each step for that specific model.