GreatCircleUSA Wood Chipper Shredder Mulcher Heavy Duty Gas Powered 3 in 1 Multi-Function 3" Inch Max Wood Diameter Capacity EPA/CARB Certified Aids in Fire Prevention - Building a Firebreak
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Features
- MULTI-FUNCTION CAPABILITY - This 3-in-1 Wood Chipper Shredder Mulcher design has a Reduction Ratio of 15:1 when using the top Hopper for 1/2" MAX volume Chipping/Shredding; Side Chute for 3" MAX branch/limbs, or the attachable leaf vacuum for mulching. professional design w/ CR12MoV cutting blades.
- POWERFUL - This Chippers powerful recoil starting 7HP Horizontal 4-stroke Single Cylinder OHV Gas Powered Engine, handles up to 3" diameter wood without a problem; Fuel w/ 87+ unleaded gasoline (NO ETHANOL recommended), 0.7 gallons Max capacity. Max speed: 3600RPM,Max torque: 9.14ft-lbs@2500RPM
- EFFICIENT DESIGN - Hookup your favorite: ATV, lawn mower or small tractor, for easy transportation with a Tow Bar Kit (SOLD SEPARATELY) and use the vacuum inlet for easy leaf mulching with a Vacuum Kit (SOLD SEPARATELY)
- SAFETY - Always operate according to directions outlined in the user manual, always wear the appropriate hand and eye protection; Can be used to aid in fire prevention and building firebreaks; This machine is EPA/CARB Certified
- BEST APPLICATION - Use for Forestry, Gardens, Landscaping or Green Waste Recycling to chip tree branches/limbs, shred brush, mulch leaves and corn stocks; DO NOT use for: fresh greens, pine cones, palm branches (fronds will jam), petrified wood or vines
Specs & Other Info
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | G |
| Engine Capacity | 212 CC |
| Environmental Certification | EPA and CARB Approved |
| Dimensions | 30"L x 24.1"W x 41.6"H |
| Color | Red |
| Sound Level | 104 dB |
| Energy Source | Gasoline |
| Control Type | App-Controlled |
| Inverter | Not Included |
| Setup Mode | Split System Installation |
| Weight | 124.7 lbs |
| Manufacturer | Intradin (Shanghai) China Ltd Co |
| Model Number | LCE01 |
| Continuation Status | Currently in Production |
Frequently asked questions
The GreatCircleUSA Wood Chipper is designed to chip, shred, and mulch various types of yard debris including branches, twigs, and leaves. It can handle wood materials up to 3 inches in diameter, making it versatile for different yard cleanup tasks.
Yes, the GreatCircleUSA Wood Chipper is both EPA and CARB certified. This means it meets the environmental standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB), ensuring it operates efficiently with minimal environmental impact.
Absolutely, the GreatCircleUSA Wood Chipper can significantly aid in fire prevention by creating firebreaks. By chipping, shredding, and mulching excess yard debris, it reduces the amount of potential fuel for fires, thus helping to create barriers that can slow or stop the spread of wildfires.
Regular maintenance for the GreatCircleUSA Wood Chipper includes checking and changing the oil, inspecting and sharpening the blades, cleaning the air filter, and ensuring all bolts and nuts are tightened. Always refer to the user manual for detailed maintenance procedures to keep the chipper in optimal working condition.
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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.
The Great Circle Chipper Shredder is celebrated for its sturdy construction, efficient processing of branches up to 3 inches in diameter, and effective mulching capabilities. Users appreciate its easy-start engine and the strategies shared for maximizing its use, such as building a box for direct chipping to avoid frequent bag emptying. However, concerns were raised about shipping damage and assembly issues, including missing parts and potential quality control problems.
Pros
- 🛠Sturdy build quality and solid engine performance.
- 🌿 Efficient at chipping and mulching, able to handle up to 3-inch thick branches.
- 🔧 Includes an easy engine off switch and generally starts easily.
- 🛠Creative solutions suggested by users, like building a box to collect chips for extended use.
Cons
- 🚚 Reports of shipping damage raising concerns about packaging adequacy.
- 🛠Some assembly difficulties, including missing parts and unclear instructions.
- 🔊 Engine noise levels can be high, requiring ear protection.
- 👜 Bag design could be improved for ease of attachment and larger capacity.
Should I Buy It?
If you're seeking a reliable and efficient chipper shredder for home garden use, this product offers solid performance and useful features. Be prepared for potential shipping and assembly challenges, but the machine's functionality for chipping and mulching tasks, as shared by satisfied users, makes it a worthwhile investment for those in need of a heavy-duty garden tool.
We've had it about a week. It took about an 1 1/2 hrs to assemble. I'd watched videos online so it wasn't that hard. Might have been faster if I hadn't been watching a movie at the same time. After gas and oil, it started right up on the first pull. First use was a pile of branches that was over a year old, so pretty dry and they shredded easily. About the worst thing I can say about it is the output - it really could use a longer output thingy. Oh, be careful with the "3 inch" rule. And remember that "3 inch" means the absolute widest part of anything going in the chute. Anything over 1 inch should go in the chute. 1 inch and under will work best in the big hopper.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2025 by GMA559
Given the very high rating from my fellow purchasers, I had high hopes when I made the purchase of the Great Circle Chipper Shredder. I was particularly pleased when the package arrived a day early. My enthusiasm was quickly dampened, however, upon inspecting the box and even more so when I started to unpack and eventually assemble the device. Here is my story in the order of my disappointments: SHIPPING PROBLEMS 1. The package was delivered by UPS. It doesn’t look like they were particularly careful in shipping as the box was canted in the truck and the driver complained about the weight (130#). He had no dolly nor automated lift so I offered, and he accepted, my help in carrying the box to my garage. When I opened the cardboard box I found that several of the wood packing slats had broken, the chipper had broken free from its restraints, and there was visible cosmetic damage to the unit. 2. The shredder hopper had several dents and one corner was dinged pretty badly with a shard of steel protruding from the side of the hopper. Presumably this is related to the shipping. 3. There was packing material (wood and plastic wrap) jammed inside or bolted into the exhaust manifold. It wasn’t clear that this was related to the shipping. Perhaps when the unit was packed this occurred. There is no way to tell for certain. PRODUCT PROBLEMS 4. There was a steel bracket suspended from the air intake filter box but attached to nothing else. The other end was near the oil plug so I even tried removing the plug to see if I could make the bracket connect there. It didn’t fit. Why is this engine only partially assembled? To leave this bracket in place, it will only rattle and possibly cause damage. It serves no functional purpose in its current configuration. 5. The assembly kit was short one nut. The chipper cone was to be attached to the chipper body, but there were only two nuts on the three threaded studs. I looked everywhere for the final nut, but was unable to find it. 6. One of my biggest surprises was the fact that the axle on one side didn’t even have a cotter pin hole. How exactly am I supposed to attach the second wheel? How does something like that get overlooked? This, along with the other complaints above, really make me question the quality and workmanship of this product. At this point, I can’t speak about the performance of the unit. I’m afraid to start it without first talking to the manufacturer. I also fear that should it start, the second wheel may fall off (not secured) and create new problems or void any warranty. I also want to remove the wood and plastic packing materials stuck in the engine manifold after talking to Great Circle. Assuming that I can edit this review, I’ll report back after talking to Great Circle tomorrow. For now, I’m sorry to report, buyer beware! UPDATE (Tuesday, 6/26/2018): I spoke with Great Circle today. They said that they are going to send a replacement unit and it should arrive in the next 5 days. Will update you and the review when chipper #2 shows up... UPDATE (Tuesday, 7/3/2018): As promised, Great Circle shipped a replacement unit and it arrived a day early. There was still extensive damage to the packaging and minor damage to the product. I maintain that their shipping protection is substandard given the weight of the chipper. As others before me have found, the air filter was damaged and I ended up duct taping it which worked adequately. The reason for the bump up from 1-star to 4-stars is related in part to the amazing customer service in which they shipped a replacement right away. The other reason is the performance of the product. I gave the chipper its maiden voyage today and it worked like a charm. It was pretty simple to get it started and it ripped through the branches and brush pretty readily. The resulting chips/mulch was much finer than I expected, and I suspect that will make it perform better where I placed it on bare soil. The large branch feeder (<3") worked best, though the branches had to be pretty straight to fit. The small branch hopper (<1/2") was more difficult to feed and it sometimes took a bit of work to get the blades to engage with the branches and pull them into the chipper. All-in-all, I'm happy with the purchase and, once again, tip my hat to Myesha and the Customer Service Team for addressing my situation so promptly.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2018 by Rick
This chipper will do the advertised 3 inch wood branch however you must feed it in small increments or it will bog the engine down so much that it will stall. This is typical with all home level chippers which I have owned so I am not bothered by this. I am sure you can spend thousands for one that will not bog down but that not in my budget for this project, The engine is pretty easy to start. I managed to clog it by getting overzealous feeding tree branches from my acres. It was easy enough to unclog. I would caution against using any woody branches in the shredder portion however as the woody stem is likely to wrap around the shredder and cause clogging. Only put leaves in the shredding part. That is OK though because the chipper part literally sucks in woody evergreen branches needles and all and spits out a nice pile of mulch. I have used this for three hours straight and so far it has taken all I can throw at it. I have raw forest land in Easter Washington and the Grand Fir put up the most fight. If you have ever chipped the branches of a Grand Fir, you know what I am taking about. It seems the tree sprouts its needling branches all from the same point on the stem making a knot that can exceed 3 inches if not carefully trimmed down before chipping. Sometimes, pushing it in with force squeezes it enough that once those chipping blades hit it the resistance is futile as they say. I ditched the bag because It filled so fast I would be all day constantly emptying it. It seems really small. Instead I have been chipping without the bag directly onto the dirt road using the chipped material to keep dust down. I feel in this application for which I have purposed this chipper, it is definitely punching above its weight,
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Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2021 by Mark Twain
Homeowner and no commercial use! I purchased this with high hopes. At first, it seemed to work okay with small branches and twigs. But, placing them into the funnel often led to jams and the cutter blade seemed to dull quickly. This forced you to push the branch in manually and often times it would grab the branch and give you a painful hit as it grabbed on. Emptying the bag is a chore. Remove the clip from the bar the bag rests on, then remove the two screws and string that holds the bag to the machine. Very time consuming. to remove and reattach the bag. The bag quickly developed holes in it. If the blades did a better job of shredding, you most likely would not get longer twigs poking through and ripping holes. Emptying the bag is a two handed proposition as the debris is tightly packed and won't fall out when you open the zipper. One hand holding the bag and one hand digging in the mess to pull it out. The pictures show the poor stitching quality and rip at the screw hole. Now for leaves. I waited for my leaves to be dry so they would be easier to shred. Waste of time. Same as with the twigs. Packed in and two-hands to empty. The leaves didn't appear to be shredded and looked like they just shot through the machine. I should have just raked them into a bag. My old Toro electric does a better job. For the price, the engine seemed to work fine and started every time. It is very loud so you will need ear plugs and over the ears protection as well. The protective piece of plastic from the top loader guard blew off after the first use. The bolt came flying up out of the hopper and into the air. Appears to be from one of the cutters but, I haven't had a chance to take it apart yet to see. The machine would have been ideal for a homeowner with a a decent sized yard for fall cleanup. The concept is good...the execution is poor due to the cost-saving measure of utilizing low quality parts. Save your money.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2021 by Amazon Customer
This chipper has been great so far. It can handle thick branches (up to 3" but I didn't measure). The mulching hopper works just okay so I don't use it much since it's faster for me to bag twigs and leaves. It's really the chute that makes this worthwhile. I've cleared large areas of brush with little effort. It works best when you've prepared the branches as can be seen in the video. You have to ensure that the total width is 3 inches or less including bends. For thicker branches, you have to force it in a bit and the engine may begin to stall when it is overworked but that's good so that you don't burn it out. Just ease it back until the engine is back to full speed and proceed. I handle large branches with 2 hands firmly until the branch vibrates too much to hold (the vibration can hurt a bit so definitely wear gloves) and then push it in with another branch. Wear noise cancelling headphones and safety glasses are a must. I'm very happy I got this as a time saver.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2024 by mikemedd
I've been working professionally as a Certified Arborist/ Tree Worker/ Utility Specialist/ TRAQ for the past 21 years. Straight out of high school kinda deal. I love the work. I've operated various Vermeer chippers easily over +10k work hours. My standards are high, but practical and reasonable. Top feeder: Only good for leaves. High speed anvil type masticator. Will clog easily if fed even slightly fast. This is due to a design flaw, where the chute is poorly ported. Needs to be smooth bored. It works VERY well apart from this design flaw. You will need to fabricate a wooden push stick. Struggles with even the smallest of branches, and will rip them out of your hands as you're feeding them (similar to a 1990s Vermeer 1600A). Nothing bigger than ¼ diameter twigs/ branches. 3" branch feeder: This is such a swing and a miss. This works excellent because of the blades. 10/10 for output chip size, motor strength, and blade design. UNFORTUNATELY, and I can't stress this enough, the design of the feeder tube is a cylinder, equal in diameter on both sides vs being a cone shape. So what this forces you to do is make near perfectly straight limbs with no branch unions or leaves. You're basically making wooden shovel handles out of all your trimmings. To correct this design flaw, feeder tube must be shaped like a cone, with the blade side being 3" diameter to govern its capability, and feeder side being AT LEAST 6"-9" to collapse the leaves and branches of the limb being fed, and also allow for limbs with a slight/ moderate bend in them. Leaf vacuum optional attachment: Again, ONLY good for smaller leaves. Any twig bigger than 3" in length will clog the hose. Good suction. Creates a lot of dust depending on the soil. Mulch bag: The design flaw here is the zipper does not open enough, so you'll have to scoop some of it out by hand. The zipper LITERALLY JUST needs to be a few inches longer to allow the bag to open more, specifically along the bottom. Mesh bag does well for dust control, but needs to be a 2x bigger mulch bag in size. A full bag of mulch is only about 15lbs leaving you to frequently change it out.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2023 by Anil D
This chipper shredder is a workhorse. If it died tomorrow I would purchase another. Grant it, I take care of the machine and perform regular maintenance and I avoid overloading it with very large diameter items (greater than 2.5-3.0" in diameter), but I use it frequently, as I have a lot of trees and shrubs on my property. The only repair I had to make to it was to replace the on/off switch - which was due to me being to rough with it. If you find over time that you're having to force feed items into the feed chute, do yourself a favor and replace or sharpen the shredder blades. When the blades are sharp and filed correctly, you don't have to force feed, as the chipper will just suck them in like a vacuum cleaner. I waited way to long to replace mine, but afterwards it cut my chipping time by at least 50%. I love this chipper. I purchased this product in April of 2020. It has served me well and starts every time on the first pull. I perform regular maintenance on the product and do my best not to avoid over tasking it with large branches (over 2" diameter). I would purchase this product again, as I have a large yard that requires constant maintenance of tree and shrubbery branches and the product has performed extremely well for my needs. I have had zero issues during the 4 years that I've owned the product. My only concern is that I wish it were easier to obtain maintenance parts. I have been able to obtain routine maintenance parts, but it's always time consuming to obtain them from GreatCircleUSA.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2020 by Chuck
I read review after review before settling on the GreatCircleUSA Wood Chipper Shredder/Mulcher. I easily put a full week (and no, I don't mean off and on during a week; I mean I easily put 168+ hours) into researching wood chippers/shredders/mulchers. I quickly learned that these things went up in price a lot since last year. But, I have 8+ neglected pines (ranging from 40 to 80 feet high) in the back yard and a 40' tall Japanese Maple in the front yard that need a lot of dead wood removed. Renting wasn't an option at $100-$150/day... neither was spending $1000+. My neighbor had a TAZZ K32, which he was kind enough to let me use to chip a 40' tall Japanese Maple in my backyard last year. I didn't want to abuse our friendship by asking to borrow it yet again. Based on his machine, my wants were simple -- min 3" intake; min 7HP 212CC engine (another 'handy' brand I seriously considered touted a 212CC engine... dig further into the engine maker. It isn't 212CCs); 3600 RPM unloaded speed, min; both gas-line shutoff and on/off switch; throttle lever (I don't want the chipper running at full speed all the time); mulching hopper with slide guard and vacuum port on back (JIC); an included chip catcher bag with strap (I wanted an attached pole to keep the bag aligned with the chute, but not a necessity); and, air-filled wheels (not solid, hard rubber or plastic). The GreatCircleUSA met most of my needs and will likely meet yours (if you're realistic). Please read on. Pros: Packaging was amazing. I was worried after reading all the reviews. Something must've changed... because they really went above and beyond in packaging -- including thick Styrofoam, wood framing around the hopper, everything wrapped in plastic, and a nice, thick rubber mat to protect the hopper and engine that I'm sure I'll find a use for). Install wasn't awful (but, please see Cons)... patience is definitely a virtue (as is having the right tools). The machine met most (but not all) of my wants (to save you read time, I won't rehash them). Startup was easy. Add gas (making sure you also added oil to the oil fill, and do not add oil in the gas). Cold start... turn on the gas line switch, move throttle to mid, turn choke level to run, move the On/Off switch to On, pull starter cord 3/4 of the way out, let it run a little to warm up, move throttle to full. The machine spun up easily (and I love that it has an On/Off switch... and a fuel line cut off to clear gas out of the carb). Warm start, turn everything to On, move throttle to run, and pull the starter... easy as pie. Started the first time, every time. Re: the engine... it's stroooong. I fed everything up to a three inch, green pine and seasoned dogwood limbs into this thing. It chewed through 2.5 inches and below without a hiccup. At the 3" mark, I had to feed the limbs about 6", back off (allowing the chipper wheel to speed up to max), feed it, back off, repeat. It probably could've taken the full limb length, but not without dying in the middle or toward the end. I have a fire pit. 3" and more is burn wood. So, I won't be feeding many 3 incher's in the chipper. I tried the 3" just to test it for this review - and it worked just fine (as long as you're reasonable with your feed). This machine made short work of a pile behind my shed that was easily 10'x5'x4'. My wife literally said to me that she couldn't believe how fast I went through the pile. Yes, I had to process some of the limbs to allow them to fit in the chute; but, it was expected. Short of a few larger clipped limbs that needed chute-fed, the hopper made the rest of the disposal easy. Remember, the hopper is only for twigs and small brush. Be reasonable with your feed and it works fine. Re folks stating that the limbs vibrate your hands like crazy... umm, yeah... shredding involves pushing a limb onto a spinning surface with knives that chip away at the limb. Get some work gloves (and a push stick to keep your hands away from spinning knives) put your big boy/girl pants on, and go to town (safely, of course). There's gonna be some vibration, even more the closer you get to the end of a limb (completely normal and understandable).For how strong it is, the machine is surprisingly quiet. No... obviously not whisper quiet (use hearing, hand, and eye protection, BTW). But, my wife even said, compared to my neighbor's TAZZ, this chipper is much quieter. The body is strong too, as are the j-hammers and knives. I checked each before full assembly... all were sharp and ready to go. the rubber protectors over the hopper and intake are nice (especially the intake, which, like most chippers, tends to bounce the last bit of limb around in the intake for a little). By comparison, my buddy's TAZZ shoots the limb nubs out of his intake (kind of dangerous actually). The chip catcher bag is also great. Other reviewers mentioned that the bag is made us substandard materials. I'm here to say that it isn't. The bag is well constructed of a thick, adequately-ventilated material with reinforced stitching on the loops and zipper. Shredded material moved to the back of the bag easily. The zipper is built equally well, no snags or tears. Emptying was a snap. I was impressed. I even overloaded the bag once and it held up (but, please see Cons). FWIW, the mulch chippings were consistently about 1/2"x1/2". Finally, the machine came with a good bit of documentation and a serviceable spark plug puller (gapping recommendations in doc), in case you don't have one on hand. Cons: I thought the wheels were air-filled rubber. They aren't. They're hard, air-filled plastic (don't get me wrong; they're durable and will likely do the job for some time... but you can't fill them with air and they aren't soft rubber, which makes the execution feel cheaper than it should at this price point). At least they're easily replaceable (set on cotter pins) if need be. Next, the chain holding the intake chute cover came off when I pulled the cover off to use the chute. Meh execution, but not a deal breaker. I fixed it in no time with some needle-nosed pliers. Next, the bag, which sells on AMZ for $75 on its own, should have a cincher on the strap. I knew what to expect based on another reviewer. Although you can easily create a slipknot in the bag tie that will keep the bag on the shredder while in use, get this cord cincher (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FH9DYU6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1). It keeps the bag on nice and tight and makes shredding life oh so much easier. Finally, the assembly instructions are sufficient, but barely. Thank the powers that be there are pics. But, the instructions don't clearly label which bolts need installed where (GreatCircle USA needs to add an included items key and use that key in the installation instructions). General: The body and engine are made in China. Best I can tell, the engine is a Chongqing RATO Holding Group 210S (snowblower engine) with the electric starter removed. FWIW, RATO engines are generally rated well... like all things, depending on user care and use. GreatCircleUSA's return policy is 30 days (from the date of your purchase). It took a week to get to me in Pennsylvania, from Canada. So, take that into consideration. Warranty support is a 3-year limited from the date of purchase (customer pays return shipping). I haven't needed it yet. So, I can't speak to it. Next, yes, the oil fill (there are two ports) is difficult to fill. I filled mine before installing the chute. However, this is typical for shredders. Get one of these (https://www.amazon.com/Hopkins-10704-FloTool-Spill-Measu-Funnel/dp/B000EH4V0Y/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=oil+spill+saver&qid=1592855394&sr=8-8) off Amazon. I had one on hand; it works great to control oil flow and lessen spillage. Next, the bag did not come with a bag bar. I knew this going into the purchase (confirmed by no welds appearing on the chipper body in the AMZ pic) and can't complain (although the instructions actually show a bag bar in Figure 7... really!?, hoseteasers!). TAZZ makes a retro-fit kit for their machines, but I don't know if it will fit the GreatCircleUSA shredder. To that end (as seen in the pics), I used a metal painter's pole wedged under the extended hopper guard. I used this setup for three hours. It didn't fail once. If the setup does end up failing, I'll get metal hanger straps or cable clamps and secure the pole to the hopper using the built-in hopper bolts (do this only at your own risk, and very carefully so as not to obstruct the hopper or cause the hopper bolts not to have enough 'bite' and come loose during operation). For now, the paint bar worked. Next, not a big deal, but the engine oil instructions could be confusing for some. One manual says to use 4-Stroke 10W-30 for 32 Degrees and up; 5W-30 for 25 and below. The engine manual says that's fine but recommends 4-Stroke 15W-40 for -10 Degrees to +85 Degrees. I only plan on using this in Pennsylvania in the Spring, Summer, and Fall and had 4-Stroke 10W laying around and used that with no problem. Finally, one reviewer mentioned the product coming with safety glasses, a packet of engine oil, and a funnel... I didn't get those (possibly mixed up their product reviews?) Recommended Purchase?: With the above in mind, yes. I know I have to change the oil again for the next use (break-in period); but, this thing is a beast... as long as you use it as intended and are reasonable with what you feed it and how you care for it. For my part, I don't regret this purchase one bit and really enjoy shredding and chipping with this machine. If I have a reason to change my review, I'll do so. 'Til then, happy (and safe/responsible) shredding. :)
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Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2020 by Gene D.