Wood Chippers Oban

Which Wood Chipper Size Do You Need?

A request we receive with most frequent frequency regards which machine to go for, with our guidance subject to adjustment based on the particular materials being treated and your everyday processing volume demands.

6-inch wood chippers in Oban

A six-inch chipper deals with branches with diameters as large as 150mm (6 inches), including the vast majority of household garden care, hedge removal jobs, and modest arboricultural tasks. The towable 6-inch models from Forst are compact machines capable of passing through regular garden entrances while being suitable for towing with a Transit van or pickup truck.

If the core operations include domestic garden maintenance, hedge management, and light tree removals, a 6-inch chipper will efficiently meet these needs without bringing the additional weight burden and financial outlay linked to larger equipment.

The six-inch variants weigh less than 750kg, allowing for towing with a ordinary driving licence without needing a B+E towing endorsement. This is especially significant if your workforce includes drivers who have not obtained this extra licence category.

8-inch wood chippers in Oban

An 8-inch chipper processes branches measuring as much as 200mm (8 inches) in diameter, and operates with increased efficiency thanks to its larger throat aperture and upgraded engine power. The 8-inch models from Forst, offered in both towable and tracked versions, are engineered specifically for expert tree surgeons, major clearance projects, and high-intensity working schedules that require continuous chipping operations for extended periods.

In the day-to-day experience of an arborist, those who find themselves often reducing large branches to accommodate a 6-inch throat will see that an 8-inch machine offers valuable efficiency, enabling entire pieces to be chipped without prior cutting. Over a demanding workday, these saved moments avoided by not cross-cutting become substantial time advantages. One must consider this gain against the increased weight—most 8-inch machines requiring a B+E licence for towing—and the elevated cost of hiring or purchasing such equipment. However, for teams working at capacity, the increased productivity over time justifies the additional investment, delivering its own return through time saved.

Towable vs Tracked Wood Chippers

Mobile chippers are set upon a highway-compliant chassis, enabling them to be towed behind your vehicle right to your work location. These represent the optimal selection for most tasks, as you simply drive to the site, disconnect the chipper, and begin your chipping operation. Tracked chippers, on the other hand, are motorised units specifically crafted for locations where trailer-mounted machinery cannot access areas adjacent to where the work needs to be performed.

Making your way over inclined terrains, working on yielding soil, crossing forests impassable to vehicles, and handling locations where timber means extended manual transportation from the nearest stable surface—these scenarios all demonstrate how tracked equipment preserves your valuable time and energy, as the chipper moves straight to the timber instead of making you carry it the other way.

The Forst Wood Chipper Range

We at our company supplies a wide range of Forst equipment, featuring towable, tracked, PTO, and compact models fitted with petrol or diesel engines. Forst chippers are proudly designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom, featuring the innovative ForstGrip feed rollers and AutoIntelligence feed control systems as standard elements throughout the collection. All of our new machines is supplied with a comprehensive three-year warranty.

The range opens with entry-level six-inch versions for those operating on restricted resources or reduced schedules, continues through the essential towable choices in both petrol and diesel options, and moves up to 8-inch tracked machines made for professional contractors. Tractor-mounted options are similarly offered for users preferring a PTO chipper over an independent unit. When purchasing your introductory chipper, we will review your regular usage, the thickness of wood you are dealing with, and your regularity of machine usage. As authorised dealers of the complete Forst catalogue, we have no motivation to push you towards a bigger or more expensive option than appropriate for your needs.

At Oban, we stock pre-owned chippers when available, including Forst and other brands. Every used machine undergoes a workshop inspection before delivery, with a honest report on condition, usage hours and remaining operational lifespan. For those new to the industry or those with financial constraints, a quality used chipper that our technicians have serviced and approved offers an cost-effective pathway to start working without new machine expenses.

The ARB Max Wood Chipper Range

Here’s some great news? We sell Arbmax alongside Forst! How cool is that? These top-quality chippers are made in Northern Ireland, where Arbmax manufactures four brilliant models. They’re perfect for operators looking for additional capacity above standard arb machines but keeping under that essential 3.5 tonnes towing weight. No HGV licence needed! Isn’t that exactly what busy operators are looking for?

If you are progressing beyond a 6 inch or 8-inch arb chipper due to requiring bigger materials, Arbmax typically is the logical progression, offering capacities from twelve to eighteen inches. Forestry contractors, biomass operations as well as councils managing storm clearance will find the improved capacity provides substantial returns with reduced on-site processing time.

Get in touch with us on 0141 775 9288 to talk about whether disc-type or drum-type is best suited for your specifications, or to book a demonstration.

Hire or Buy a Wood Chipper in Oban?

The decision to buy a chipper ultimately depends on the frequency that you need such equipment and whether your specific workload warrants ownership. The story of your gardening needs is shaped by this practical consideration of infrequent use compared to frequent need.

Our wide-ranging hire fleet features both 6-inch and 8-inch Forst chippers available in towable and tracked variants. Each machine is given rigorous servicing in our workshop after every rental, guaranteeing sharp blades, precisely calibrated feed roller settings, and engines that start reliably on first attempt. We provide adaptable hiring options including daily, weekly and longer period rates, with improved pricing offered on lengthier rentals.

Across Oban, we provide both delivery and collection services, or you have the option to collect from our Cumbernauld branch. Tree surgeons switching between equipment, landscapers working on clearance projects, or council grounds maintenance teams demanding additional equipment will benefit from specialist hire. By using our specialised service, you’re assured the right chipper for your specific task, rather than making do with whatever generic equipment that is available at a typical hire yard.

When your profession entails frequent chipping activities, purchasing proves to be the more logical choice. For operators located in Oban, this equates to having your dealer merely 15 minutes away rather than situated at the furthest reaches of the nation. Warranty services, maintenance tasks, component replacements, and professional guidance are all conveniently accessible within your locality. Whenever your chipper needs technical attention, you simply deliver it to our Cumbernauld workshop and retrieve it once the necessary work has been completed.

Wood Chipper Servicing and Parts in Oban

Our Cumbernauld facility offers comprehensive maintenance including regular servicing, blade sharpening, hydraulic repairs, electrical diagnostics as well as entire rebuilds for chippers from all leading manufacturers. We offer expert maintenance and repair for Forst, Timberwolf, GreenMech, Jensen as well as TP chippers, ensuring reliable maintenance irrespective of which brand you operate.

Blade blades and anvils undergo the most accelerated deterioration. Running a chipper with worn blades extends beyond merely reducing efficiency; it places additional strain onto the engine, hydraulic feed mechanisms, and the flywheel, as a result diminishing the operational lifespan of all other machine components. Our workshop holds an inventory of original Forst replacement parts, including blades, anvils, feed roller elements, belts, filters, and frequently worn components. The majority of these parts can be collected on the same day or shipped throughout the UK by the following day.

{Oban} patrons can get to the facility without hassle via the motorway. Simply bring your item with us in the early hours, and we will telephone you once the work are done.

Why Oban Customers Choose ILH Groundcare for Wood Chippers

In the centre of Oban, you can find numerous chipper rental options. From national hire companies to local machinery hire businesses and digital booking services, the region is well provided for for those requiring chipping equipment. Where these services truly stand apart, however, is in their approach when you happen to be looking for assistance or guidance.

Dial a typical national hire desk and you’re put through to someone who simply handles your booking. Call ILH, however, and you’ll talk to someone who can describe the technical differences between a 6-inch and 8-inch chipper, explain why tracked equipment is beneficial on certain Oban sites, and provide guidance concerning the most ideal blade types for the particular timber you’re processing.

That specialist knowledge is crucial when selecting the correct equipment for your project, and is even more important when challenges arise on site and you require phone assistance from someone with genuine understanding of the machine’s operation.

We deliver a complete solution beyond just hiring equipment. Our offerings cover selling machines, maintaining them through specialist servicing, and offering replacement parts – all for the exact equipment models we rent. This holistic strategy means our hire fleet benefits from maintenance from specialist technicians who repair and service chippers as their principal occupation, instead of from generalist mechanics tasked with looking after diverse tools and equipment inventories.

Wood Chippers Oban FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a wood chipper in Oban?

Curious about chipper rental rates in Oban? The cost varies depending on both the capacity of the equipment and how long you’ll need it! Commercial wood chippers generally cost around £120 to £180 for a daily rental, with more competitive pricing on offer when you reserve for a week or longer. Keen to find out exactly what you’ll pay? Give us a ring on 0141 775 9288 and we’ll supply a tailored quote according to your individual machinery preferences and rental timeframe!

Do you deliver chippers to Oban?

We supply both hire and purchase alternatives for our machines, dispatching them throughout Oban and nearby localities from our workshop in Cumbernauld. The delivery fee is quoted separately, so you receive complete pricing transparency before committing. As another option, if you prefer to transport the equipment yourself, you are free to collect directly from our workshop and tow it yourself.

Do I need a licence to tow a wood chipper?

The majority of 6-inch towable chippers weigh under 750kg, which allows you to tow them with a standard Category B driving licence. However, the larger 8-inch models usually weigh more than 750kg, necessitating a B+E (trailer) licence. As part of your booking, we will check the exact weight of the selected machine for your confirmation.

Can I hire a chipper with an operator?

Our team offer the machinery minus operators, but we carefully explain the operation systems on delivery and offer phone assistance throughout the hire period. If you require a machine operator, we can sometimes refer you to local tree surgeons or contractors who provide operated hire services.

Get a Wood Chipper Quote in Oban

Reach out to us on 0141 775 9288 or complete the provided form. Tell us if you need a purchase or hiring option, what materials you intend to chip, and we will respond with a appropriate machine suggestion and quotation.

Qualified chipper specialists trading as a family-operated firm established in 2007. We provide expert hire services, sales, complete servicing, and genuine parts directly from our modern workshop.