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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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.
I give this machine five stars for general purpose shredding, chipping, and mulching of garden waste and tree trimmings. This is NOT a commercial/industrial/heavy duty machine, but seems to work well for a medium to large garden that has fallen branches, shrub and tree pruning material and leaves for disposal preferably -- as mulch material or for composting. Years ago I owned 30 acres in Virginia, I would have wanted something a lot "heavier" to deal with what I had there. In those days we just made a big bonfire! The machine is well constructed, and is heavy/durable enough for what it is designed for. It was delivered within 48 hours of ordering (remarkable!), well packed, and had all the nuts, bolts for assembly. Very easy to assemble. It started easily. The engine is more than powerful enough for what it is designed for. The operating guide is good on operating and maintenance, but has nothing on how to actually use it (this could be easily added by the manufacturer). Here is what I found out: (1) Chipping: (a) when chipping it is best to close the "gate' of the mulcher/shredder component - less noise (b) the chipper feed is supposed to accept 3" diameter sticks - it will only do this if the stick is straight and has no side branches or side stubs - a 1 " stick with long stubs will not be accepted - so these need to be trimmed off first. Sticks with distinct bends will not be accepted - no wiggle room! (c) the chipper does a good chipping job. (2) shredding/mulching: (a) when using the top hopper for mulching/shredding, the feed rate seems much improved if the chipper feed inlet is closed with the supplied cap - this appears to improve the suction at the shredder inlet (b) don't try to feed too much stuff at one time - little and often works well (c) it shreds leaves well, again feed little and often. I shredded about 60 gallons of leaves in about 15 minutes. (d) a 30 " 1x1' piece of wood used to poke stuff in the hopper is helpful (e) at first, I thought that the hopper could have been designed larger, but in fact it matches the feed rate capability of the shredder (f) don't feed mushy green stuff like tomato vines (g) the machine shreds well. (3) I did not buy the leaf vacuum attachment, but I would agree with another reviewer that it is probably best to rake the leaves together and feed into the shredder hopper (4) collection bag: (a) The zipper at the end of the bag, that when unzipped is used to empty it, is for 3/4 of the opening, and consequently does not empty easily - the material gets stuck. Better to have a full length zipper. (b) I imagine most of the time one would not use the bag. (5) mobility: It has two largish solid wheels, and weighing 125lbs is light enough to pull around the garden (I am 84!). I like the fact that the side chute is small and can be folded down allowing for access through small doors and easy storage. Overall, I am surprisingly pleased with the machine as it meets my needs. I have had this machine for more than a year and still like it and it continue to work well. The two "cons" remain: (1) the zipper on the bag needs to be full length , not 3/4 (2) unless the branch is dead straight it will not take a 3" diameter piece - you must feed in straight pieces, unless they can bend
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Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2022 by Amazon Customer
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.
I have had this chipper for 2 years and really worked it hard. Great engine - usually starts on the first pull. Instead of burning, I used the wood chipper. May take a little longer, but safer. Received undamaged from UPS. It was easy to assemble. It has worked great from the beginning and was great on gas usage. Easy to maneuver around my 2 acre lot. It was well worth the price.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2026 by Amazon Customer - Al