Machine Comparison
DMG Mori ALX 2000 vs Index ABC
DMG Mori vs Index-Traub · CNC Lathes
Summary
The DMG Mori ALX 2000 and the Index ABC are both CNC lathes that take 65 mm (2.6 in) bar and rapid at 30 m/min, so on bar size and axis speed the table shows no difference. The makers publish few comparable figures for this pair, and the one row that separates them is Z-axis travel.
The DMG Mori ALX 2000 has 575 mm (22.6 in) of Z travel against 280 mm (11.0 in) on the Index ABC, about twice the stroke. That fits its role as a universal lathe for bar and chuck work, with milling available when that specification is ordered. The Index ABC is aimed at short bar parts in high volume, including parts with drilled or tapped cross holes, and at shops short on floor space.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | DMG Mori ALX 2000 | Index ABC |
|---|---|---|
| Z-Axis Travel | 575 mm (22.6 in) ▲ | 280 mm (11.0 in) |
| Bar Capacity | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Rapid Traverse | 30 m/min (1,181.1 ipm), X- and Z-axis | 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) |
Advantages
DMG Mori ALX 2000
- 575 mm (22.6 in) of Z-axis travel against 280 mm (11.0 in)
- Suits chuck work as well as bar work, with milling and Y-axis specifications available to order
Index ABC
- Built for short bar-fed parts in high volume, where 280 mm (11.0 in) of Z travel is enough
- Suited to shops with limited floor space or foundation load
Verdict
Both machines take the same 65 mm (2.6 in) bar, so the choice comes down to part length and type of work. Choose the DMG Mori ALX 2000 for longer shafts and mixed bar and chuck work that needs its 575 mm (22.6 in) of Z travel. Choose the Index ABC for short bar-fed parts in volume that fit within 280 mm (11.0 in), particularly where floor space is tight. The table has only three rows, so compare spindle and tooling data on each machine's own page.