The user has a small farm and needs a wood chipper. Something that can chip the branches and leaves. Something that’s reliable and will get the job done.
Are you looking for the best wood chipper for your small farm?
Well you’ve come to the right place because that’s exactly what I’ll be going over in this post.
I’ll be revealing chippers that can chip branches, twigs, and shred leaves. Something that’s reliable and will get the job done.
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Detail K2 |
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Titan Attachment |
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SuperHandy Mini |
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GreatCircleUSA |
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Detail K2 – Best Overall

- Chips up to 6 Inch Diameter Wood
- 14 HP Gas Powered Engine
- 395 Pounds
Engine Power
Powered by the ultra reliable 14HP industrial strength motor, 6 inch diameter wood gets converted into wood chips with ease.
Your small farm has no job too big for 13 Inch, dual edge, reversible, automatically adjusting cutters.
Portability
17.5-inch diameter x 5.2-inch-wide tires in greased bearing rims will keep your K2 running smoothly for a very long time. Being DOT approved for legal road towing, you can take your K2 to where the job needs doing.
A 36-inch axle with a 2-inch ball, removable tow bar for hassle free hitching and towing. Handles integrated into the hopper allows for easy positioning once unhitched.
Safety
The K2 is an industrial machine, and full safety protocols apply. Always ensure operation in accordance to the manufacturer’s operating manual.
The manufacturers ship safety glasses, ear protection and work gloves with each unit, so you really have no excuse not to wear them. Keep the supplied lock-out keys safe to ensure uninformed individuals don’t operate the K2.
Chute and Hopper
The chute is pick-up truck height for easy chip loading. Tool free operation of the 180 degree rotating chute is ideal for quick positioning. The sturdy feed-chute or Hopper provides hassle free feeding material to be processed.
Titan Attachment – For Tractor

- Chips up to 4 Inch Diameter Wood
- Requires a 40 HP power source through PTO drive
- 431 Pounds
Engine Power
This self feeding unit runs on a maximum 40 HP tractor. Power is delivered through PTO drive. Most models of tractors manufactured by major brands can drive the Titan Chipper.
Portability
The easily usable three point hitching system and PTO ensure easy operation and trouble free portability. As the unit hitches behind your tractor, it goes wherever your tractor goes. The chipper is easy to mount.
Safety
Always ensure that all operators have read the safety manual, and that they fully comply with all safety instructions therein. Standard gear should be worn at all time, glasses, ear protection, hard hats and gloves.
Safety guidelines for working with PTO driven equipment needs to be carefully followed.
Chipper Operation
Twig breaker paddles prevent clogging. Integrated air vents deliver efficient operation. Oversized rotor blades comfortably deal with up to 4 inch thick wood, turning all waste into reusable wood chips and pellets.
Feed & Exit Chute’s
Hinges on the detachable feed chute enables compact storage and safe transport. Fully adjustable exit chute for increased versatility. The exit chute allows direction of chips as the exit the machine.
This facilitates quick and safe cleanup. The feed chute is large enough to accept entire trees.
SuperHandy Mini – Small

- Chips up to 3 inches
- 212 cc Gas Powered Engine
- 87 Pounds
Engine Power
The 7HP, 212cc 4-stroke motor delivers a respectable 4,2 KW at 3600 RPM. This is more than enough power to chip, shred or mulch debris within its 3 Inch rating.
The 15: 1 reduction ratio ensures labor free shredding while the auto feed function increases ease of operation.
Portability
The SuperHandy is ultra portable. Large wheels and handles integrated into the feed chute allow for hassle free maneuverability.
A separately sold tow-bar kit enables the SuperHandy to be towed behind ATV’s and small tractors.
Safety
It is important to read the manufacturers operation guide. This document contains all safety instructions. Compliance with all instructions will ensure safe operation and injure avoidance.
Standard PPE that applies to all wood chippers include eye-protection, ear protection, gloves and a hardhat.
Chute
The SuperHandy has been built to be lighter and more compact than similar steel chippers. The design incorporates a Vertical Extended Discharge Chute. The Chute can be angled anywhere between 90°- 145°.
GreatCircleUSA

- Chips up to 3 inches thick
- 212 cc Gas Powered
- 125.7 Pounds
Engine Power
This industrial strength unit is ideal for forest or underbrush clearing. A powerful 7HP 212cc 4 Stroke motor effortlessly handles 3 inch thick wood.
Easy recoil starting combined with a 0.7-gallon tank ensures convenient operation. 15:1 reduction ratio strikes a perfect balance between speed and power.
Portability
Large wheels and a sturdy steel handle attached to the hopper ensures a hassle free position. The large wheels are ideal for movement over rough terrain.
A separately sold attachment allows convenient hitching behind your ATV.
Safety
Standard Safety Protocols apply for Industrial Equipment use. This includes Eye, Ear, Head and Hand Protection. Usage in accordance with safety requirements as per the user manual is essential.
Chute, Hopper & Vacuum Attachment
A large, powder coated and heat treated, steel hopper, for convenient processing of small brush, leafs and twigs.
The wide cone, side chute for efficient loading of up to 3 inch thick wood. Hassle free leaf mulching with a separately sold vacuum attachment.
Recommended Use
Small farms or Estates. Ideal for processing underbrush and debris in forests for fire prevention. Landscaping or Green Waste Recycling companies who want to sell top quality mulch and wood chips.
Conclusion
The best wood chipper for small farms is the Detail K2. It chips wood up to 6 inches thick, has a 14 HP gas powered engine, and weighs 395lbs/179kg. It has 17.5 inch wheels, making it portable.
Hope you found what you were looking for in this guide.
Happy chipping!
– Adam