| Architectural Layout & Operational Design Strategy |
| The Vermeer SC292 is a self-propelled, wheeled stump cutter engineered to bridge the gap between high-capacity commercial performance and rental-user convenience. A core structural highlight is its modular dual-tire rear axle: with the outer duals standardly attached, the machine offers an expanded, high-stability 49.8-inch footprint; when the dual wheels are unbolted, the profile drops to a narrow 35-inch (88.9 cm) transport configuration suitable for passing through standard backyard gates. Power transmission to the cutting disc relies on an accessible two-stage belt drivetrain—comprising a matched pair of primary V-belts linked to a jackshaft and a heavy-duty 6-banded secondary belt connected directly to the cutter shaft. Maintenance is streamlined via single-sided component access, where moveable idlers permit independent tension adjustment of either belt set without altering the positioning of the other. The hydraulic ground drive allows the operator to independently engage or disengage either drive wheel, maximizing jobsite traction or yielding tight turning arcs. Operator safety and machine longevity are backed by capacitive-sensing controls and the next-generation automated SmartSweep™ system. |
| General Dimensions, Weights & Transport Logistics |
| Overall Operational Length |
110 in (279.4 cm) |
| Overall Transport Width (Without Duals) |
35 in (88.9 cm) — gate and tight corridor access profile |
| Overall Operational Width (With Duals Attached) |
49.8 in (126.5 cm) |
| Overall Transport Height |
52 in (132.1 cm) |
| Operating Machine Weight |
1285 lbs (582.9 kg) |
| Guaranteed Sound Power Level |
105.4 dB(A) |
| Transport Trailer Interface |
Dedicated adapter matching the Vermeer TLR25 utility trailer |
| Engine Infrastructure (Kohler Electronic Fuel Injection Engine) |
| Make and Model |
Kohler Command Pro EFI (2-Cylinder, V-Twin Gasoline) |
| Maximum Gross Output Power |
26.5 hp (19.8 kw) |
| Maximum Peak Engine Torque Output |
44.3 ft-lb (60.1 Nm) |
| Fuel Induction Profile |
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) — enhances cold-weather starting and fuel economy while preventing flooding |
| Fuel Reservoir Capacity |
6 gal (22.7 L) |
| Maximum Fuel Consumption Rate |
2.7 gph (10.2 lph) |
| Air Intake Filtration Subsystem |
Dry-type element configuration containing an integrated safety element and a flow restriction indicator |
| Lubrication and Cooling Parameters |
Forced air-cooled system; spin-on oil filter; capacity with filter: 2 qt (1.9 L); fluid standard: 10W30 Kohler |
| Alternator Charging Capacity |
12V, 20 Amp alternator charging circuit |
| Clutch Disengagement Assembly |
Electric heavy-duty clutch paired with an integrated automated mechanical brake |
| Critical Safety Shutdown System |
Automated low oil pressure engine shutdown mechanism |
| Cutterwheel & Tooth Subsystems (Yellow Jacket) |
| Cutterwheel Plate Rotor Diameter |
17 in (43.2 cm) |
| Cutterwheel Plate Disc Thickness |
0.5 in (1.3 cm) |
| Cutterwheel Operational Running Speed |
1400 rpm |
| Straight Line Cutting Sweep Dimension |
47 in (119.4 cm) straight-line sweep path |
| Max Cut Clearance Level Above Grade |
24 in (61 cm) |
| Max Cut Clearance Level Below Grade |
15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Cutting Tooth & Pocket System |
Exclusive Yellow Jacket™ Cutter System; 16 total cutting teeth / 16 pockets; 2 indexing wear positions; fully reversible teeth and pockets |
| Debris Containment Shielding Volume |
Standard steel cutterwheel guard shroud; total chip pile containment capacity: 7.7 cu ft (0.2 cu m) |
| Two-Stage Mechanical Belt Drivetrain Components |
| Primary Drive Belt Array |
2 individual V-belts configured as a factory matched pair |
| Jackshaft Dimensions & Bearings |
1.3 in jackshaft diameter; rides on sealed ball bearings with a matching 1.3 in internal bore |
| Secondary Drive Belt Array |
6-banded high-torque poly-V secondary drive belt |
| Main Cutterwheel Shaft Core Diameter |
1.8 in (4.8 cm) main shaft diameter |
| Cutterwheel Shaft Bearing Specification |
Heavy-duty 1.8 in (4.8 cm) double-row spherical roller bearings mounted in pillow block housings |
| Hydraulic Circuit Infrastructure |
| System Subtype Layout |
Open-loop series system hydraulic configuration |
| Main Hydraulic Output Flow Rate @ Max RPM |
3.7 gpm (14 L/min) |
| Main Circuit Maximum Relief Pressure |
2030 psi (140 bar) |
| Hydraulic Fluid Tank Volume & Filtration |
4 gal (15.1 L) tank capacity; 100-mesh pump suction strainer paired with a high-efficiency 6-micron fluid return filter |
| Flow & Directional Control Logic |
Manual hydraulic directional control valves; configured for selectable 2-speed ground drive or optional AutoSweep |
| Recommended Hydraulic Fluid |
Vermeer HyPower 68 |
| Chassis, Axles & Ground Drivetrain Parameters |
| Chassis Frame Construction |
Heavy welded steel tube and structural steel plate architecture |
| Axle Layout & Suspension Style |
Rigid fixed axle configuration; includes steel wheel fenders and a standard integrated tool box |
| Steerable Front Axle Options |
Manual single front steer wheel or an optional hydraulic steering axle equipped with an oscillating center pin, hardened steel pivot pins, and matching bushings |
| Pneumatic Tire Specifications |
5.7" x 8" (14.5 x 20.3 cm) tire sizing matrix; rear wheels configured as duals standard |
| Ground Drive Travel Speeds (Two-Speed) |
Low Speed Range (Stump Approaching): 0–66 ft/min (0–20.1 m/min); High Speed Range (Site Travel): 0–133 ft/min (0–40.5 m/min) |
| Electrical Control Systems, Telemetry & Operator Safety |
| SmartSweep™ Load Management (Optional) |
Automated feed sensing loop that monitors internal engine load factors to dynamically modulate cutter wheel swing sweep rates, preserving belt integrity and reducing overall drivetrain wear |
| Capacitive Operator Presence Handles |
Boom lift and swing control handles embedded with advanced capacitive-sensing arrays. If hand contact breaks for more than 1 second, the cutter wheel immediately disengages its electric clutch and brakes. Remotely re-engageable at any engine RPM. |
| Master Vehicle Controller Hardware |
Vermeer ACS digital vehicle controller; equipped with a standard digital hourmeter |
| Dashboard Safety Warning Light Matrix |
Dedicated status lamps for engine oil pressure, active engine fault codes, operator presence handle contact status, and active cutter wheel clutch engagement/disengagement states |
| Operator Control Station Layout |
Fixed-side operator control station positioned for optimal line-of-sight tracking during cutting and ground drive transport |
| Factory Optional Packages |
| Integrated AutoSweep™ control logic modules, Front hydraulic oscillating steering axle assemblies, Custom commercial fleet paint schemes, Extended warranty profiles, and Scheduled Preventive Maintenance protection plans. |
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