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Wallenstein BX52S vs WoodMaxx MX-8800: 5-inch gravity or 8-inch hydrostatic feed

BX52S is rated on engine hp (22–55), MX-8800 on PTO hp (20 and up). A Kubota L2501 gear (20.5 PTO, 24.8 engine) fits both; a Kubota L2501 HST (19 PTO) only BX52S; a Kubota L6070 Premium (60 engine hp) only MX-8800.

By Acreage Equipment · Reviewed November 9, 2026 · Specification research, not a field test

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Wallenstein BX52S PTO wood chipper

Wallenstein

BX52S

22–55 engine hp · official U.S. page · 5″ max. chip diameter

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WoodMaxx MX-8800 PTO wood chipper

WoodMaxx

MX-8800

20 PTO hp minimum; maximum not stated · 8″ Maximum chip diameter, inches

$5,890 checked November 7, 2026

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START WITH THE DECISION

Consider BX52S for 5-inch material on a compactShortlist BX52S for a 22–55 engine-hp tractor.

Consider MX-8800 for 8-inch wood and feed controlShortlist MX-8800 when larger wood and controlled feed justify the price.

Read the evidence behind the choice ↓

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The differences that matter.

01

Engine 22–55 against PTO 20+

BX52S: 22–55 engine hp. MX-8800: at least 20 PTO hp, no published maximum.

Tractors over 55 engine hp fit only MX-8800.

02

Gravity against hydrostatic feed

BX52S is gravity-fed with a folding hopper. MX-8800 has a self-contained hydrostatic feed with adjustable speed and reverse.

MX-8800 controls feed.

03

5-inch against 8-inch

BX52S: 5 inches (5 × 10-inch opening). MX-8800: up to 8, full capacity tied to “50+ HP”.

MX-8800 takes larger wood.

04

Hitch and weight

BX52S is Category I at 505 lb total. MX-8800 lists Category 1/2; no operating weight is retained.

Ask WoodMaxx for MX-8800’s weight.

A CONDITIONAL SHORTLIST

Which direction makes sense?

Consider BX52S for 5-inch material on a compact

Shortlist BX52S for a 22–55 engine-hp tractor.

Explore buying options at WallensteinPrepare questions for the seller

Consider MX-8800 for 8-inch wood and feed control

Shortlist MX-8800 when larger wood and controlled feed justify the price.

Check current price at WoodMaxxPrepare questions for the seller

Keep these source limits with the decision.

MX-8800: WoodMaxx ties full 8-inch capacity to “50+ HP” without repeating whether that is PTO power; the 20-PTO-hp minimum is explicit.

This comparison reuses the manufacturer evidence retained in the product records reviewed November 7, 2026; product pages were not re-fetched on November 9. Document conflicts are kept visible. No field test or manufacturer-approved tractor pairing is claimed.

FOLLOW THE NUMBERS

Sources & documentation

Research record reviewed November 9, 2026. Confirm the current manual and the exact revision supplied with your machine.

  1. Wallenstein official U.S. BX52S page — explicit engine band, capacity, RPM label, reference weight and accessoriesEngine HP Range 22–55; 5-inch capacity; 5 × 10-in. opening; folding hopper
  2. Wallenstein BX52S support — currently linked operator, setup and shaft documents
  3. BX-S operator manual Z97085_En, Rev Jan-2025 — pp14,18–22,28,30,40Printed pp14, 18–22, 40: 540 or 1000 rpm, Category I mounting, 505 lb total weight
  4. PTO shaft installation Z97844_En, Rev Aug-2024 — p6 sizing with a quick hitch attached
  5. BX-S setup instructions Z97085_SI, Rev Feb-2019 — assembly and shipment handling
  6. Official MX-8800 page: power/capacity claims, feed, hitch and current sale price20 PTO hp minimum; 8-inch; hydrostatic feed with adjustable speed and reverse; full 8-inch at “50+ HP”; price
  7. MX-8800 manual Rev D, September 18, 2026: specifications and setupRev D: at least 20 PTO hp at 540 rpm; two reversible flywheel knives; 32-in. Premium shaft
  8. WoodMaxx current manufacturer manual index