Breton Eagle 1200

Est. $1,200,000 - $2,500,000 Updated 2026-10-03

Key Specifications

Rapid Traverse

40 m/min (X/Y/Z)

Spindle Power

40 kW (continuous)

x axis travel

2,000 – 6,000 mm (configurable)

y axis travel

1,200 mm

z axis travel

800 mm

a axis range

±110°

How much does the Breton Eagle 1200 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$1,200,000 - $2,500,000

Our best estimate for a 5-axis machining center in this class — not a quote from Breton. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Breton Eagle 1200 is a 5-axis machining center with a configurable X travel of 2,000 – 6,000 mm, 1,200 mm in Y and 800 mm in Z. The listed figures pair that envelope with a spindle of up to 24,000 rpm, 40 kW continuous and 200 Nm.

The shape of the envelope says what the machine is for. Y and Z are fixed and only X is chosen at order, so the Eagle 1200 suits long work of moderate width and height. Whatever X length is specified, features more than 1,200 mm apart across the machine or 800 mm apart vertically are out of reach.

The rotary axes are listed as A at ±110° and C at 360° continuous. An A axis that swings past horizontal on both sides lets the tool reach undercut faces, and a continuous C avoids unwinding moves in the middle of a long contouring pass.

On the spindle, 24,000 rpm and 200 Nm appear in the same table, so one spindle is listed for both small-tool finishing and larger cutters. The table does not state the speed at which the 200 Nm is available, and there is no taper row, so tooling compatibility has to be confirmed. Rapid traverse is 40 m/min on X, Y and Z.

The remaining rows are configuration choices: a tool magazine of 40 – 120 tools depending on the ATC configuration, and a control listed as Heidenhain TNC 640 / Siemens 840D sl. The structure is given as Metalquartz mineral casting composite.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Axis Travel	2,000 – 6,000 mm (configurable)
Y Axis Travel	1,200 mm
Z Axis Travel	800 mm
A Axis Range	±110°
C Axis Range	360° continuous
Spindle Speed	Up to 24,000 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	40 kW (continuous)
Spindle Torque	200 Nm
Rapid Traverse Rate	40 m/min (X/Y/Z)
Tool Magazine Capacity	40 – 120 tools (ATC configuration)
CNC Control	Heidenhain TNC 640 / Siemens 840D sl
Machine Structure	Metalquartz mineral casting composite

Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

X travel can be configured from 2,000 – 6,000 mm on the same 1,200 mm Y and 800 mm Z
Spindle listed at up to 24,000 rpm with 40 kW continuous and 200 Nm
A axis range of ±110° with a C axis of 360° continuous
Rapid traverse of 40 m/min on X, Y and Z
Tool magazine listed from 40 – 120 tools, depending on ATC configuration

Limitations

Y travel is fixed at 1,200 mm and Z at 800 mm; only X grows with the configuration
No spindle taper is listed, so existing tooling cannot be matched from the table
No table size, table load or machine weight rows are listed for foundation and fixture planning
No positioning accuracy figure is listed

Best For

Long 5-axis parts within 1,200 mm of Y and 800 mm of Z Small-tool finishing at up to 24,000 rpm Undercut and angled faces reached with the ±110° A axis Jobs with long tool lists, with up to 120 tools in the largest magazine

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What are the travels of the Eagle 1200?

The listed figures give 2,000 – 6,000 mm in X, described as configurable, with 1,200 mm in Y and 800 mm in Z. Only the X length varies, so the choice at order is how long a part the machine has to cover.

02 What spindle does the Eagle 1200 have?

The spindle rows list up to 24,000 rpm, 40 kW continuous and 200 Nm. The table does not give the speed at which the torque is available and has no taper row, so ask for the spindle diagram and tool interface of the machine being quoted.

03 How far do the rotary axes of the Eagle 1200 move?

A is listed at ±110° and C at 360° continuous. That lets the tool tilt past horizontal in both directions and rotate without a stop, which matters on parts with undercuts and on long continuous 5-axis toolpaths.

04 Which control and tool magazine are listed for the Eagle 1200?

The control row reads Heidenhain TNC 640 / Siemens 840D sl, and the tool magazine row lists 40 – 120 tools depending on the ATC configuration. Both are choices to settle when the machine is specified.