Bandit Equipment in East Tennessee
Proven Solutions for Land Clearing, Tree Care & Recycling
Bandit Industries delivers professional-grade equipment trusted by contractors, municipalities, utilities, and recyclers across East Tennessee. From the hills of Knoxville and the valleys of Chattanooga to the Tri-Cities (Bristol, Johnson City, Kingsport), Crossville, Sevierville, McMinnville, and all surrounding communities, Bandit machines are engineered for productivity, durability, and operator safety—backed by knowledgeable local support for demos, training, parts, and service.
Bandit Hand-Fed Wood Chippers (Drum & Disc)
Bandit Hand-Fed Wood Chippers are the go-to solution for tree care crews, landscaping contractors, and municipalities in Knoxville, Sevierville, and Kingsport. Offering both drum and disc models, these chippers provide powerful, portable performance for residential and commercial tree service, landscaping, and municipal line clearing projects.
Best for: Tree care crews, municipalities, landscaping contractors
Drum-Style “Intimidator” (12″–21″):
- 12XP/12XPC: Compact, powerful for residential/light commercial
- 15XP/15XPC: High pulling power for heavy trimming & land clearing
- 18XP/19XPC/21XP: Heavy-duty for whole trees and municipal projects
Disc-Style XP Series (6″–18″):
- 65XP/75XP/90XP: Lightweight, portable for landscaping & light-duty jobs
- 200XP/250XP/280HD: Larger disc chippers for line clearing
- Compact designs for towing, lower initial cost, simpler maintenance; chips suited for landscaping
Quick Guide:
- Drum: Heavy-duty, high-volume versatility; handles forked limbs
- Disc: Light-duty, budget-friendly portability; best for straight material & decorative chips
Use Cases: Residential and commercial tree service in Knoxville, landscaping in Sevierville, and municipal projects in Kingsport.
Bandit Whole Tree Chippers (Drum & Disc)
Bandit Whole Tree Chippers, available in drum and disc styles, are engineered for logging, land clearing, and biomass chip production throughout East Tennessee. With high throughput and uniform chip quality, these chippers are trusted for fuel chip production in Bristol, municipal storm cleanup, and large-scale land clearing from Knoxville to McMinnville.
Best for: Logging, land clearing, utility right-of-way (ROW), biomass chip production
Highlights:
- Drum-style (Intimidator): Closely coupled feed + Slide Box Feed System for fibrous tops & large limbs
- High throughput—fill a full-length chip van fast
- Uniform chips with microchip drums + chip screen/card breaker options
- Disc-style (Trelan by Bandit): Angled cut for less horsepower & fuel, premium chip quality, and high-velocity discharge without auxiliary accelerators
- Capacities from 22″–36″, towable or track, optional integrated loaders & cabs
- 5-year / 3,000-hour “GUTS” warranty on Bandit-manufactured feed & disc/drum components
Use Cases: Fuel chips for biomass in Bristol, whole-tree processing for land clearing, municipal storm cleanup throughout East TN
Bandit Hammermill Grinders
Bandit Hammermill Grinders are the top choice in East Tennessee for processing contaminated material streams, mixed debris, and municipal solid waste. Ideal for post-storm cleanup in Knoxville, Chattanooga, and the Tri-Cities, these grinders feature impact-based grinding, high-production feed systems, and advanced impact detection for safe, efficient operation on the toughest jobs.
Best for: Contaminated material streams, mixed debris, municipal solid waste (MSW), pallets, storm cleanup
Highlights:
- Impact-based grinding excels on dirty, mixed materials
- High-production feed systems with aggressive pulling/down pressure
- Quick-change pocket systems streamline wear component swaps
- Standard impact detection to idle down, open gate, reverse feed, and protect the mill
- Tracked mobility and wireless remote controls with LCD diagnostics
Use Cases: Municipal solid waste reduction, post-storm debris reduction in Knoxville, Chattanooga, and the Tri-Cities.
Bandit Beast Horizontal Grinders
Bandit Beast Horizontal Grinders deliver unmatched versatility for wood and waste processing across East Tennessee. Perfect for mulch producers in Sevierville, site developers in Crossville, and recycling operations in Johnson City, these grinders offer fuel-efficient slicing, customizable sizing, and colorizer integration for premium mulch and dimensional chips.
Best for: Versatile wood & waste processing—mulch, dimensional chips, recyclables
Highlights:
- Patented cuttermill uses slicing (not impact) for fuel efficiency and uniform product
- Processes logs, brush, stumps, pallets, shingles, construction debris
- Interchangeable tooth & screen options (5/8″ to 7″) for targeted sizing
- Colorizer integration for premium colored mulch
- Wide HP range from compact (174 HP) to high-production (1,200 HP)
- Towable or tracked configurations + wireless remote diagnostics
Use Cases: Mulch producers in Sevierville, site developers in Crossville, recycling operations in Johnson City, utility right-of-way (ROW) in Kingsport.
Bandit Stump Grinders
Bandit Stump Grinders are built for everything from residential stump removal to commercial land clearing and municipal operations in East Tennessee. With track-mounted, wheeled, and towable options, these grinders deliver efficient, low-maintenance performance for city parks in Chattanooga, new developments in Crossville, and utility right-of-way maintenance across the region.
Best for: Residential removal to commercial land clearing & municipal operations
Highlights:
- Track-mounted: Low ground pressure; retractable tracks for narrow gate access
- Wheeled/self-propelled: 4WD & dual tires for maneuverability/stability
- Towable: Cost-effective for large stumps in accessible areas
- Engines: Gas & diesel from Kohler, Caterpillar – (38–165 HP)
- Cutter wheels: Standard Bandit wheel with Greenteeth or New Revolution hex teeth
- Safety & control: Swing-out operator consoles + optional wireless radio remote
- Efficiency: Hydrostatic direct-drive (select models) & large wheel swing for fast, low-maintenance grinding
Representative Models:
SG-40 (38 HP), 2550/XP (50 HP), SG-75 (74 HP), 2900/3100 Series (up to 165 HP)
Use Cases: Stump removal for city parks in Chattanooga, land clearing for new developments in Crossville, municipal operations in Johnson City, and utility ROW maintenance throughout the region.
East Tennessee Service Coverage
Knoxville, Chattanooga, Tri-Cities, Crossville, Sevierville, McMinnville & Surrounding Areas
From the Smoky Mountains to the Cumberland Plateau, we support steep terrain, remote right-of-way (ROW), and storm cleanup with demos, training, parts, and field service for every Bandit category. Our local teams understand the unique challenges of East Tennessee’s forests, hills, and weather—ensuring you get the right equipment and support, wherever you operate.
Why Bandit for East Tennessee Operations?
- Proven Production: High-throughput designs for grinders & chippers
- Built for Durability: Heavy-duty components for abrasive, mixed feedstocks
- Operator-First Safety: ROPS/FOPS/OPS cabs, impact detection, remote operation
- Simplified Maintenance: Quick-change wear parts, tilt-forward cabs, hydrostatic drives
- Versatile Configurations: Towable, tracked, wheeled, integrated loaders & colorizers
- Local Support: Demos, training, parts & service to keep you running year-round in East Tennessee
Frequently Asked Questions
Which grinder is best for contaminated material?
Choose Hammermill Grinders—impact-based systems plus impact detection reduce damage from metals and debris.
How do Beast Grinders differ from hammermills?
Beast cuttermills use a slicing action for fuel efficiency and uniform sizing, ideal for mulch and dimensional chips. Hammermills use impact, ideal for contaminated streams.
Should I choose a drum or disc whole tree chipper?
Drum for fibrous tops, forked limbs, and maximum throughput. Disc (Trelan by Bandit) for lower horsepower/fuel, premium chip quality, and high-velocity discharge.
What’s the right hand-fed chipper for residential crews?
Smaller disc XP series (65XP/75XP/90XP) for towing/portability; 12XP/12XPC drum for more pulling power and production.
Which stump grinder fits municipal work?
Track or towable models with 74–165 HP (e.g., SG-75, 2900/3100 Series) for high-production and varied terrain.
If you need a reliable chipper or horizontal grinder for your next wood processing project, check out the selection of Bandit equipment for sale at Stowers Cat and make a purchase today.
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