A light, low cost 3 in chipper for small yards and occasional pruning. The full C30 makes finer mulch for about $150 more.
Amazon $549.99
A tougher, towable 3 in chipper shredder for acreage owners who want a commercial grade Kohler engine and will pull it behind an ATV.
- 3 inLargest branch
- 208 ccPower
- 1 yearWarranty
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- A commercial Kohler Command PRO engine with a 3 year engine warranty
- Tows behind an ATV on 13.75 in locking wheels, and the tow bar comes off for storage
- Shreds brush and leaves through a separate top hopper
- Costs more than most 3 in chippers
- Only a 1 year warranty on the chipper itself
- No chip bag listed, so chips go on the ground or a tarp
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Specifications
| Model number | OPC503 |
|---|---|
| Chipping | |
| Largest branch | 3 in |
| Shredder hopper | Yes |
| Engine or motor | |
| Power | Gas |
| Engine | Kohler Command PRO CH270 |
| Displacement | 208 cc |
| Electric start | No |
| Build | |
| Tow hitch | Yes |
| Weight | 170 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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