The Deutscher Chipper Shredder is ideal for the keen Aussie gardener or small contractor. The Chipper Shredder has been designed and made in Australia by Deutscher Mowers who have been manufacturing in Australia for over 100 years. Deutscher Mowers are well known in the marketplace for their commercial products, and this Chipper Shredder has been designed for our tough Australian conditions FEATURES Chipper tube that will enable 65mm (2½”) material to be chipped. 5.5mm thick chipper blade made from a special high quality chipper-blade steel. 3mm flail blades made from tough blade steel to quickly break up material. UV resistant polyethylene moulded hopper that absorbs noise and will not rust. Heavy-duty cutting chamber designed to self-feed material through the machine. No-load easy-start lever. Belt drive (as opposed to direct drive) to protect engine from damage. Large rear wheels (230mm) puncture proof and wide enough to handle uneven terrain. Front discharge for ease of collecting mulched material. Simple to clean with easy access to the mulching chamber. Solid steel pulleys to handle the vigorous action of a chipper shredder. Optional bar grate available for leaf material.*