Earthquake Chipper Shredder K33
- 3 inch maximum wood diameter
- 301cc 4 cycle Viper engine, gas powered
- 138 pounds, 11 inch airless wheels
- Dock-and-Lock debris bag with Bottom-Out zipper
- 20:1 reduction in the grinding chamber
- 51.9 inches tall, 29.9 deep, 16.75 wide
- 5 year limited warranty
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A gas chipper-shredder for homeowners with limbs and leaves to clear, with a bag system built for quick docking and emptying. Wood capacity is capped, so bigger branches need a heavier machine.
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ASIN: B08H2JF2LNModel: K33,33964Category: Wood Chippers, Shredders, & Mulchers
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Overview
Feeding limbs and leaf debris into a rugged steel hopper, the Earthquake K33 drops material into a grinding chamber with tri-hammers and j-hammers driven by a four cycle gas engine. A Dock-and-Lock bag connector catches the shredded output.
The angled handlebar puts the center of gravity over the wheels, and airless wheels cannot go flat, so moving it over roots and ruts is easier. The unit is compact and square for garage storage. Wood capacity is capped by the chipper chute, so large logs are out of range, and the weight makes loading it into a truck a lift to plan for.
Who it's for
Homeowners with rough, root-filled yards who prune and rake often are the target, especially those who dislike changing tires. Owners clearing heavy limbs on large land, or buyers who need electric power, should look for a heavier-duty or different machine.
Pros and cons
- Airless wheels cannot go flat
- Dock-and-Lock bag connects and removes quickly
- Bottom-Out zipper for emptying the bag
- Angled handlebar puts weight over wheels
- Wood diameter capped by the chipper chute
- Heavy to lift in and out of vehicles
- Description height differs from listed dimensions
- Vacuum kit and tow bar sold separately
Performance notes
Hammers inside the grinding chamber beat material into small pieces, and the listing states a twenty-to-one reduction. Engine size sets how thick a branch the unit can work through before bogging, and the hopper shape guides material toward the hammers. Airless wheels and the handlebar angle govern how easily it moves between jobs.
Specifications
| Brand | EARTHQUAKE |
|---|---|
| Model | K33,33964 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Wheel size | 11 inch airless |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 29.9 x 16.75 x 51.9 inches |
| Item weight | 138 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Max wood diameter | 3 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power source | Gas powered |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Red |
| Included components | |
| Built-in Features | Debris bag |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | 5-year limited |
| Other details | |
| Engine | 301cc 4 cycle Viper |
| Cut Type | Cross cut |
| Reduction Ratio | 20:1 |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Special features | Dock-and-Lock bag system, Bottom-Out zipper |
Frequently asked questions
Can the Earthquake K33 handle branches over its rating?
No. The listing gives a 3 inch maximum wood diameter capacity, and larger limbs are outside what the chipper chute is rated to take.
Does the K33 handle leaves as well as branches?
The description says it is strong enough to power through 3 inch branches and masses of leaves and twigs, reducing material 20:1 in the grinding chamber.