Wood Chipper
Turns logs/branches into wood chips.
What it is used for
Turns logs/branches into wood chips.
How to operate it
Feed suitable wood into the intake while positioning a trailer under the discharge chute.
Selection and setup
Check the in-game shop for power requirement, working width, capacity, supported fill types, hitch/header compatibility and optional configurations before purchase or leasing.
Operating procedure
Before starting, confirm the machine is compatible with the crop/material and that the power unit meets the shop requirement. Attach or enter the machine, unfold/prepare it, position at the start of the work area, lower/activate the working components where applicable, then work consistent passes at the machine’s rated working speed. Monitor fill level, material type and missed strips. Stop/lift the working parts before tight headland turns, reposition, then resume.
Before you buy or lease
Check working width, working speed, power requirement, capacity, supported fill/crop types, hitch/header compatibility, wheel/tyre options and whether the tool combines another field operation. Lease highly specialised equipment when it will only be used for a small acreage.
Compatibility & attachments
This shows what the equipment connects to, which attachment families work with it, and what each combination is used for. For a specific model, the in-game shop Combinations panel is the final compatibility check.
| Compatible connection / attachment | Used for | Important notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor/PTO or self-powered chipper | Chip logs/branches into wood chips. | Discharge into a compatible trailer/container. |
Procedure
- Position the chipper with safe clearance and a receiving trailer/container correctly placed at the discharge outlet.
- Feed compatible logs/branches into the intake in a controlled orientation.
- Keep material flowing without overloading/jamming the intake and monitor the receiving container capacity.
- Stop feeding before changing trailers or repositioning equipment.
- Move the woodchips to storage, sale or production once the receiving container is full.
Detailed procedure guides
Alternative options
Sell/process straight logs instead.
Practical tips
- Use chips for low-quality or awkward timber that is hard to stack.
- Operate at the tool’s rated working speed and allow space at headlands for clean turns.