The Handy THPDS65 208cc Petrol Drum Chipper Shredder
For processing large volumes of woody garden waste — thick branches, prunings, hedge cuttings, and general clearance material — the THPDS65 is built to handle it at serious pace. The 208cc Briggs & Stratton XR950 Series OHV engine is a premium horizontal-shaft unit specified for toughness and reliability, with the OHV configuration reducing fuel consumption, emissions, and noise compared to side-valve designs.
The drum-mounted blades driven by twin parallel V-belt drives is the key engineering detail that sets a drum chipper apart from cheaper impact shredders. V-belt drive maximises torque transfer to the blades while providing a built-in safety advantage — a snapped belt is a quick, inexpensive replacement, whereas the alternative of direct drive means a jam transfers force directly to the crankshaft. The self-feed mechanism draws material into the cutting system automatically, freeing the operator to prepare the next load rather than standing and holding material throughout.
Widely-spaced pneumatic tyres keep the machine stable during operation and the ball-bearing transport wheels roll smoothly across uneven ground for repositioning. The emergency stop switch provides immediate shutdown capability, and at 52.5kg the pneumatic wheels make it manageable to move around site.
Backed by a 2-year warranty.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 208cc Briggs & Stratton XR950 OHV |
| Drive | Twin parallel V-belt |
| Blade System | Drum-mounted |
| Feed | Self-feed mechanism |
| Wheels | Pneumatic (ball-bearing transport) |
| Emergency Stop | Yes |
| Weight | 52.5kg |
| Warranty | 2 years |
