VBX 6500 Hopper Spreader (Auger)

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VBX 6500 Auger

Product Number: VBS15150C

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BOSS VBX Spreaders are some of the most powerful tools in your snow- and ice-removal arsenal. Our complete line of VBX spreaders features ease of use and maximum productivity for years of operation in harsh winter conditions—the VBX 6500 auger system performs just as powerfully and reliably as the others in a mid-sized package. Built to break up chunks of salt and sand using fewer moving parts.

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Full Length Auger

6" mild-steel helical auger with 9" of pitch and 2 3/8" diameter shaft for durability and reliability.
Understanding some key differences between the two feed systems is important. Learn more about auger and pintle chain applications to help decide which spreader is right for you.

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Auger Auto Reverse

Auger auto-reverse to minimize material obstructions. (Standard on the auger unit).

Motor Control And LCD Screen

for ease of use, reliability and good looks.

Stainless Steel Motor

for corrosion resistance, reduced maintenance and longer life.

Strong Poly Hoppers

with 1.5, 2 & 3 cubic yards of capacity.

Remote Light Switch

Easily turn spreader lights on and off from inside the vehicle cab and at the rear of the spreader.

Urethane Spinner

for durability and maximum adjustability and spreading efficiency.

2 Year Limited Warranty

The BOSS 2-Year Limited Warranty protects against material defects for peace of mind.

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Standard Tarp System

VCP tarp with bungee tie-downs comes standard on all VBX spreaders to protect spreading material from the elements.

SPREADER MATERIAL GUIDE

Selecting deicing material can be complex and varies widely. Explore the different types of spreader materials suitable for your equipment.

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Specifications	VBX 9000 Pintle	VBX 9000 Auger	VBX 8000 Pintle	VBX 8000 Auger	VBX 6500 Pintle	VBX 6500 Auger	VBX 3000 Auger
Capacity	cubic yd 3 / cubic m 2.3	cubic yd 3 / cubic m 2.3	cubic yd 2 / cubic m 1.53	cubic yd 2 / cubic m 1.53	cubic yd 1.5 / cubic m 1.15	cubic yd 1.5 / cubic m 1.15	cubic yd .44 / cubic m .33
Control	Dual Variable Speed Control	Dual Variable Speed Control	Dual Variable Speed Control	Dual Variable Speed Control	Dual Variable Speed Control	Dual Variable Speed Control	Dual Variable Speed Control
Deflector	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Display Type	LCD Display Controller	LCD Display Controller	LCD Display Controller	LCD Display Controller	LCD Display Controller	LCD Display Controller	Dual Variable Speed LED Digital Controller
Feed Mechanism	Pintle/Conveyor Chain	Auger	Pintle/Conveyor Chain	Auger	Pintle/Conveyor Chain	Auger	Auger
Feed Motor	3/4 HP SS Feed Motor	3/4 HP SS Feed Motor	3/4 HP SS Feed Motor	3/4 HP SS Feed Motor	3/4 HP SS Feed Motor	3/4 HP SS Feed Motor	1/4 HP Feed Motor
Gearbox	Planetary Worm 137:1	Planetary Worm 91:1	Planetary Worm 137:1	Planetary Worm 91:1	Planetary Worm 137:1	Planetary Worm 91:1	Worm 40:1
Hopper Construction	3/16" (0.5 cm) Double Wall Polyethylene Hopper	3/16" (0.5 cm) Double Wall Polyethylene Hopper	3/16" (0.5 cm) Double Wall Polyethylene Hopper	3/16" (0.5 cm) Double Wall Polyethylene Hopper	3/16" (0.5 cm) Double Wall Polyethylene Hopper	3/16" (0.5 cm) Double Wall Polyethylene Hopper	3/16" (0.5 cm) Double Wall Polyethylene Hopper
Hopper Cover	VCP Tarp w/ integral tie-downs	VCP Tarp w/ integral tie-downs	VCP Tarp w/ integral tie-downs	VCP Tarp w/ integral tie-downs	VCP Tarp w/ integral tie-downs	VCP Tarp w/ integral tie-downs	VCP Tarp w/ integral tie-downs
Hopper Height	49 in / 124.46 cm	49 in / 124.46 cm	38 in / 96.52 cm	38 in / 96.52 cm	38 in / 96.52 cm	38 in / 96.52 cm	28 in / 71.1 cm
Hopper Length	107 in / 272 cm	107 in / 272 cm	96 in / 244 cm	96 in / 244 cm	78 in / 198 cm	78 in / 198 cm	33.5 in / 85 cm
Hopper Width	48 in / 121.92 cm	48 in / 121.92 cm	48.25 in / 122.56 cm	48.25 in / 122.56 cm	48.25 in / 122.56 cm	48.25 in / 122.56 cm	50 in / 127.00 cm
Inverted V-Baffle	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard
LED CHSML	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	N/A
Lighting	Dual 55 watt halogen variable output work lights (Standard), dual LED work lights (optional)	Dual 55 watt halogen variable output work lights (Standard), dual LED work lights (optional)	Dual 55 watt halogen variable output work lights (Standard), dual LED work lights (optional)	Dual 55 watt halogen variable output work lights (Standard), dual LED work lights (optional)	Dual 55 watt halogen variable output work lights (Standard), dual LED work lights (optional)	Dual 55 watt halogen variable output work lights (Standard), dual LED work lights (optional)	Single 55 watt halogen (Standard), single LED work light (optional)
Material Conveying Method	14" (36 cm) Wide Pintle Chain	6" (15 cm) OD x 9" (23 cm) Pitch Full Length Auger	14" (36 cm) Wide Pintle Chain	6" (15 cm) OD x 9" (23 cm) Pitch Full Length Auger	14" (36 cm) Wide Pintle Chain	6" (15 cm) OD x 9" (23 cm) Pitch Full Length Auger	Shaftless Auger 4" OD (10 cm) x 4" (10 cm) Pitch
Max Feed Rate	4 cu ft (0.11 cu m) per minute	2.3 cu ft (0.06 cu m) per minute	4 cu ft (0.11 cu m) per minute	2.3 cu ft (0.06 cu m) per minute	4 cu ft (0.11 cu m) per minute	2.3 cu ft (0.06 cu m) per minute	0.8 cu ft (0.02 cu m) per minute
Minimum Bed Length	96 in (243.8 cm)	96 in (243.8 cm)	78 in (198 cm)	78 in (198 cm)	66 in (168 cm)	66 in (168 cm)	33.5 in (85 cm)*
Spinner	14.5 in (36.8 cm) Diameter Poly Spinner	14.5 in (36.8 cm) Diameter Poly Spinner	14.5 in (36.8 cm) Diameter Poly Spinner	14.5 in (36.8 cm) Diameter Poly Spinner	14.5 in (36.8 cm) Diameter Poly Spinner	14.5 in (36.8 cm) Diameter Poly Spinner	12 in (31 cm) Diameter Poly Spinner
Spinner Assembly	Easily Removable/Swing Out and Height Adjustable	Easily Removable/Swing Out and Height Adjustable	Easily Removable/Swing Out and Height Adjustable	Easily Removable/Swing Out and Height Adjustable	Easily Removable/Swing Out and Height Adjustable	Easily Removable/Swing Out and Height Adjustable	Easily Removable
Spinner Gearmotor	1/8 HP Spinner Gearmotor (Located above spinner)	1/8 HP Spinner Gearmotor (Located above spinner)	1/8 HP Spinner Gearmotor (Located above spinner)	1/8 HP Spinner Gearmotor (Located above spinner)	1/8 HP Spinner Gearmotor (Located above spinner)	1/8 HP Spinner Gearmotor (Located above spinner)	1/8 HP Spinner Gearmotor (Located above spinner)
Spreader Overall Length	122 in / 309 cm	122 in / 309 cm	115 in / 292 cm	115 in / 292 cm	93.5 in / 237 cm	93.5 in / 237 cm	52 in / 132 cm
Spreading Width	2 ft - 40 ft (0.6 m - 12 m) Dry free-flowing material	2 ft - 40 ft (0.6 m - 12 m) Dry free-flowing material	2 ft - 40 ft (0.6 m - 12 m) Dry free-flowing material	2 ft - 40 ft (0.6 m - 12 m) Dry free-flowing material	2 ft - 40 ft (0.6 m - 12 m) Dry free-flowing material	2 ft - 40 ft (0.6 m - 12 m) Dry free-flowing material	2 ft - 40 ft (0.6 m - 12 m) Dry free-flowing material
Tie-Down Kit	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Top Screen	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Trough	11 ga. Stainless Steel	11 ga. Stainless Steel	11 ga. Stainless Steel	11 ga. Stainless Steel	11 ga. Stainless Steel	11 ga. Stainless Steel	14 ga. Stainless Steel
Vehicle Application	15,000+ GVWR	15,000+ GVWR	3/4 T & 1 T	3/4 T & 1 T	3/4 T & 1 T	3/4 T & 1 T	1,000 Bed Capacity
Vibrator	Optional	Standard (Dual Vibrator)	Optional	Standard (Dual Vibrator)	Optional	Standard (Dual Vibrator)	Standard (Single Vibrator)
Weight	760 lbs / 345 kg	710 lbs / 322 kg	650 lbs / 295 kg	600 lbs / 272 kg	600 lbs / 272 kg	550 lbs / 249 kg	230 lbs / 104 kg