Our range features petrol wood chippers powered by reliable 4-stroke engines—ideal for properties without easy access to mains power or where you need portable, high-output shredding. Petrol garden chippers handle thicker branches and higher volumes than most electric mulchers, making them the go-to choice for rural blocks, lifestyle properties, and serious backyard gardeners.

All models in this collection run on unleaded petrol and feature upright, wheel-mounted designs for easier feeding and manoeuvring around the yard. From compact 8HP units for regular garden clean-ups to heavy-duty 15HP chippers for larger limbs, we stock Ducar chippers built for Australian conditions.

Chipping capacity—measured in millimetres or inches—tells you the maximum branch diameter a wood chipper can handle. Our Ducar V240 models offer 76mm (3 inch) chipping capacity, suited to typical garden prunings, hedge trimmings, and small to medium branches from routine property maintenance.

For heavier work, the Ducar 601C delivers 89mm capacity with a 15HP engine and electric key start—ideal when you regularly process larger limbs, storm-fallen branches, or need faster throughput on bigger clean-up jobs. Match capacity to the thickest branches you typically handle; feeding material within the rated limit protects blades and extends machine life.

Wood chippers and garden shredders are designed for green waste and woody material including:

• Tree and shrub prunings
• Hedge and rose clippings
• Fallen branches and storm debris
• Fruit tree trimmings
• Soft garden waste and leafy material (in moderation)

Avoid feeding metal, stones, plastic, palm fronds with tough fibres, or timber with nails. Let green material dry slightly for easier processing, and always wear eye protection, gloves, and hearing protection when operating a chipper shredder.

The terms wood chipper, mulcher, garden shredder, and chipper shredder are often used interchangeably in Australia. In practice, most domestic machines combine chipping and shredding functions: a chipping blade handles woody branches while a shredding mechanism processes softer green waste into finer particles.

Electric garden mulchers suit light-duty shredding of leaves and small twigs near a power point. Petrol chippers like those in our range offer greater power, larger feed capacity, and the portability to work anywhere on your property—making them the better choice for branches, firewood prep, and substantial green waste volumes.

Pair your wood chipper with other tools from our Outdoor Power Equipment range:

• Chainsaws — cut larger limbs and firewood before chipping
• Saws — hand, pole, and pruning saws for detailed cutting work
• Leaf Blowers & Vacuums — clear leaves and debris before mulching
• Line Trimmers & Brushcutters — tidy edges and long grass around garden beds

Need help choosing between models? Book a consultation with our team.