Troy-Bilt 24A-204B766 CSV 206 24-Inch 206cc Gas-Powered 3-in-1 Self Propelled Chipper/Shredder/Vacuum

by Troy-Bilt

Product Features

• The Troy-Bilt self-propelled chipper/shredder vacuum features a powerful 6-1/2 horsepower engine for better performance and improved power
• Troy-Bilt self-propelled chipper/shredder vacuum comes with a 205cc Briggs & Straton OHV engine; features 2-inch chipper capacity
• The cast-iron shredding screen reduces debris in a 10:1 reduction ratio
• Includes 3-in-1 capability with a vacuum nozzle, chipper chute, and shredder to give you three clean-up tools for ultimate versatility
• Non-CARB compliant - not for sale in California

Product Details

Product Manual [4.29mb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 186 x 27 x 40 inches
• Shipping Weight: 185 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000AS2G8
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 24A-204B766
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #59,428 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #26 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Mowers & Outdoor Power > Outdoor Power Tools > Chippers, Shredders & Mulchers

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Troy-Bilt 6.5-horsepower self-propelled chipper shredder vacuum features a powerful 6.5-horsepower engine for better performance and improved power. The unit has a 3-in-1 capability with a vacuum nozzle, chipper chute, and shredder to give you three clean-up tools for ultimate versatility. The 24-inch vacuum width is extra-wide for bigger clearance and makes quick work of large areas. The adjustable vacuum intake height will raise and lower the vacuum nozzle from 1/4-to-4-3/4-inches to accommodate varying ground conditions.

Other features include a 3-inch chipping capacity, and a heavy-duty hardened-steel impeller and cast-iron shredding screen that reduces debris in a 10:1 reduction ratio. The self-propelled transmission has 1-forward speed for easier use, and provides plenty of maneuverability for large yards. The 3-bushel, felt-lined collection bag reduces dust when in use, and the 6-inch lockable front caster wheels and 10-by-4-inch fully pneumatic rear wheels provide ease in maneuverability. The chipper comes with a limited 2-year warranty on materials and workmanship.

What's in the Box
Chipper/shredder/vacuum, and safety goggles.

From the Manufacturer

The Troy-Bilt self-propelled 3-in-1 chipper-shredder vacuum has a 206cc/850 Series Briggs & Stratton engine. This is Troy Bilt's largest chipper-shredder vacuum. This model gives you the versatile power transmission. Its 3-in-1 function lets you grind twigs and branches up to wood mulch, or vacuum and shred leaves into compost for your garden. This model also has 24-Inch vacuum width with adjustable vacuum intake height.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

111 of 115 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Once Started, Good Tool for the Money, December 31, 2003

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the_emperor_of_ice_cream (Ft Washington, Pa United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Troy-Bilt 24A-204B766 CSV 206 24-Inch 206cc Gas-Powered 3-in-1 Self Propelled Chipper/Shredder/Vacuum (Lawn & Patio)

I have now been using the 6.5 HP Troy Built C/S/V for three months. To make this simple, I'll get straight to the pro's and cons...

Pro's...
1) The factory did an excellent job of packaging and crating the unit for shipment
2) The unit feels substantial and this was reinforced for me as I went through the very simple set-up process (takes about an hour to unbox and set-up)
3) Directions for set-up were flawless
4) Once started, the unit does an excellent job of picking up dry leaves and twigs through the vaccuum nozzle -- it cleared my 1/3 acre yard in about 2 hours (including the time it took me to get the refuse to the street for pick-up)
5) When the suction power of the nozzle is overhwelmed by leaves, it is very easy to unclog the nozzle -- I just use a twig
6) I found that the unit hungrily accepted branches up to 2.5 inches in diameter (I measured) -- the unit does start to bog down on branches larger than this
7) Does a fantastic job of mulching yard waste -- I can't say it does this to a 10:1 ratio like the company claims (how do they measure this?), but I am very please with how few lawn bags I am using this season

Cons...
1) This unit is EXTREMELY difficult to start. For context, I am 6' 2" and before that third helping of Christmas dinner, I weighed in around 235 lbs. My wife, 5' 3" and around 120 (if she reads this I'm a dead man!), was never able to start the unit. I would guess that the pull weight on the starter cord exceeds 60 lbs. Exascerbating the issue is the rather awkward position in which the pull starter is located.
2) Branches can get jammed in the feeder shoot, and the plunger is never quit long enough to drive a lot of branches to the grinding teeth. Freeing these items from the feeder tube can be a frustrating process.
3) Awkward position of zipper on the catch bag makes it difficult to transfer mulched waste into garbage bags

Net/net: If you have a lot of trees and want to save time and think you're man enough to start it ; ) -- BUY IT!

62 of 67 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not bad for the money, October 24, 2003

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Carlyle Maupin (Columbus, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Troy-Bilt 24A-204B766 CSV 206 24-Inch 206cc Gas-Powered 3-in-1 Self Propelled Chipper/Shredder/Vacuum (Lawn & Patio)

I just received this item by freight yesterday so take this review for what it's worth. I was pleasantly surprised the truck driver unloaded it and put it in my garage. It would have been impossible for me to have unloaded it by myself.(see shipping restrictions). This is my second troy-bilt chipper/vac so I can compare them. The first was the 8 hp model purchased about 8 years ago. It only lasted 3 years and then the motor seized. It cost over twice as much and I definitely did not get my moneys worth. So I'm taking a chance on this one. I have about 1 acre with about 30 mature trees, many of them black walnuts so my yard is pretty harsh on equipment.
The shredder/vac portion is fantastic. If I were to rate this product just on that portion it would get five stars. The chipper part is a little disappointing. It seems to have a little trouble with 1 inch twigs. I stopped it once thinking it had finished chipping only to find out I couldn't restart until I took off the nozzle and worked the twig out of the blade.
Other things that drop it from five stars are the seemingly flimsy plastic parts, the bag design and the troy-bilt customer service. Some parts didn't fit together causing me not to be able to start it. I called customer service and had to wait about ten minutes for the guy to tell me to call my local dealer. I don't think it was a toll-free call but I could be wrong. Fortunately I was able to fix it myself. It had shipped from the factor with the safety button assembly upside down.
All said, if it last, I will probably be happy with the purchase. The general design is much better than the 8 hp and the nozzle doesn't seem to get clogged as much. Perhaps the added 1.5 hp made the former a better chippper.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great value, but not really self propelled., September 2, 2005

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John S. Bilik - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Troy-Bilt 24A-204B766 CSV 206 24-Inch 206cc Gas-Powered 3-in-1 Self Propelled Chipper/Shredder/Vacuum (Lawn & Patio)

I have a lakeside area with lots of acorns and walnuts in the north woods of Wisconsin, which after one pass, are completely removed and no longer a bother. The vaccuum is strong enough to lift small twigs and nuts from the ground in one pass, so it does it's job. The self propelled feature is not so hardy. My vac pull to the right constantly, I believe only the left rear wheel is power driven. There appears to be a small differential casing, but it's very dainty and may be broken after only several uses. For the money, this little machine really cleans up, and will make no work at all out of leaves and grass. It's a good value for me, and is perfect for small areas (<1 acre) with lots of manicured trees. The flywheel is directly connected to the motor shaft, so it's a bit of a challenge to get it started with a pull rope, especially when very cold.