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Vermeer

SC552 Stump Cutter

56 hp
Engine power
14.5 gal
Fuel capacity
3,999 lb (1,814 kg)
Operating weight
23.0 in (58.4 cm)
cutter wheel diameter
25 in (63.5 cm)
cutting depth
31.0 in (78.7 cm)
cutting height

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Documents

Datasheet ↓
Official ✓ Verified source Jul 2026

Full specifications

Air CleanerDry type safety element and restriction indicator
Alternator100 amp
Axle/SuspensionSteerable axle type
Battery950 CCA
Blade Travel Above Ground14 in (35.6 cm)
Brake TypeSpring applied, hydraulic release at planetary drives and hydrostatic braking (closed loop)
Bumper.75" (1.9 cm) plate
Chip Blade DimensionStandard - 34 inches wide, 13.75 inches tall
Chip Containment28.2 cu ft
Clutch TypeHydrostatic Transmission
Control Station DescriptionSwing out control station with three available positions plus auxiliary control station
ControllerVermeer ACS
Coolant Capacity (Engine and Radiator)1.7 gal
Cooling MediumLiquid
Cutterwheel Cut Above Ground31 in (78.7 cm)
Cutterwheel Cut Below Ground25 in (63.5 cm)
Cutterwheel Diameter23 in (58.4 cm)
Cutterwheel GuardStandard
Cutterwheel Speed1124 rpm
Cutterwheel Straight Line Dimension72 in (183 cm)
Cutterwheel Thickness1.1 in (27.9 mm)
Degree of Oscillation15 deg
Deluxe GaugesDP05 Display - Fuel,Hour Meter, Selectible
DescriptionCapacitive Handles - Swing/Raise & Lower
Directional ControlElectric over hydraulic
DriveshaftStandard
Driveshaft - U Joints2 standard with double lip seals
Extended Warranty2 years/ 2000 hours or 3 years/3000 hours
FanSuction
Filtration MethodSuction strainers, one charge pump filter and one 3 micron return filter
Frame DescriptionWelded tube and plate steel
Fuel Tank Capacity14.5 gal
Fuel TypeDiesel
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)56 hp
Height76.5 in (194 cm)
Length147 in (373 cm)
Lower Gearbox90 degree
Make and ModelKohler KDI 1903
Max Fuel Consumption2.4 gph
Maximum Angle of Continuous Operation30 deg
Number of Cylinders3
Number of Indexes2 per tooth
Number of Pockets26
Number of Teeth26
Oil Capacity - Lower Gearbox1.6 qt
Oil CoolerStandard
Oil FilterCartridge Style
Oil Type - Lower GearboxSyn 75W90
Oil Volume with Filter9.4 qt
Operator Vision Shield DescriptionAbrasion resistant coated polycarbonate, 3/16" thick
Preventive MaintenanceOptional
Quantity/Location2 - Swing Out Station
Radio Remote ControlOptional
Recommended OilSAE 10W30 Low SAPS - ACEA E6-E9
Recommended Oil TypeVermeer HyPower 68
Remote DisplayLED
Remote FunctionsEngine stop, throttle, cutter wheel engage, swing, raise/lower, propel, creep, smartsweep
Remote Range300'
Reversible Pockets/TeethYes- standard
Sensor TypeCapacitive Handles

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