Citizen Cincom L32-VII

Est. $180,000 - $280,000 Possible older model Updated 2026-10-03

This model was not found in Citizen Machinery's current lineup when we checked on 2026-10-03 (lineup page). It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

Citizen Cincom L32-VII Swiss-Type Lathes

Image: cmj.citizen.co.jp, Citizen Machinery

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

Max.8,000min-1

Rapid Traverse

32 m/min

max bar capacity

32 mm (1.26 in)

max machining diameter

32 mm (1.26 in)

max machining length

200 mm (7.87 in)

main spindle speed

8,000 RPM

How much does the Citizen Cincom L32-VII cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$180,000 - $280,000

Our best estimate for a swiss-type lathe in this class — not a quote from Citizen Machinery. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Citizen Cincom L32-VII is an earlier type of the 32 mm L32 sliding-headstock lathe, listed with 32 mm bar capacity, an 8,000 rpm main spindle and a weight of 2,900 kg. It is not in Citizen's current lineup, so anyone considering one is looking at a machine already in service.

Several rows of the listed table for this model disagree with each other: the spindle bore, the guide-bush stroke, the tool count, the power consumption and the main spindle motor rating each appear with two different values. Treat them as unknown and confirm them on the machine itself before quoting work.

The rows that agree describe a capable 32 mm machine. Front drilling reaches 12 mm with M12 cutting taps. The back spindle chuck takes 32 mm and drills 10 mm and taps M10. Gang rotary tools drill 8 mm and tap M6, and the opposed tool post rotary tools are noted as optional on all types. Guide-bushless machining is given as two and a half times the workpiece diameter per chucking. Turning tools are 16 mm square, the main axes rapid at 32 m/min, and a Mitsubishi Meldas control with Citizen software is listed.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Bar Capacity	32 mm (1.26 in)
Max Machining Diameter	32 mm (1.26 in)
Max Machining Length	200 mm (7.87 in)
Main Spindle Speed	8,000 RPM
Main Spindle Power	3.7 / 5.5 / 7.5 kW (5 / 7.4 / 10 HP)
Back Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Back Spindle Power	1.5 / 2.2 / 3.7 kW (2 / 3 / 5 HP)
Spindle Bore	38 mm (1.50 in)
Number of Axes	7-axis
Number of Tools	Up to 30 (configuration dependent)
Rapid Traverse Rate	32 m/min
Guide Bushing	Yes / Guide-bushless option
Lfv Chip Breaking	Yes (simultaneous dual-spindle)
Power Consumption	9.5 kVA rated / 5.0 kVA average
Machine Dimensions	2,450 x 1,650 x 1,850 mm (96.5 x 65 x 72.8 in)
Machine Weight	2,900kg
CNC Control	Mitsubishi Meldas (Citizen software)
Maximum Machining Diameter	32mm Dia.
Gbl Machine	Workpiece diameterx2.5/chuck
Maximum Drilling Diameter for Main Spindle	12mm Dia.
Maximum Tapping Diameter for Main Spindle	M12(Cut tap)
Spindle Through Hole Diameter	39mm Dia.
Max Spindle Speed	Max.8,000min-1
Maximum Chuck Diameter of Back Spindle	32mm Dia.
Maximum Drilling Diameter in Back Machining Process	10mm Dia.
Maximum Tapping Diameter in Back Machining Process	M10(Cut tap)
Maximum Drilling Diameter for Gang Rotary Tool	8mm Dia.
Maximum Tapping Diameter for Gang Rotary Tool	M6(Cut tap)
Gang Rotary Tool Spindle Speed	Max.6,000min-1
Maximum Tapping Diameter for Rotary Tool of The Opposed Tool Postnote Optional Feature to All Types	M6(Cut tap)
Rotary Tool Spindle Speed of The Opposed Tool Postnote Optional Feature to All Types	Max.6,000min-1
Maximum Drilling Diameter for Back Tool Post Rotary Tool	8mm Dia.
Maximum Tapping Diameter for Back Tool Post Rotary Tool	M6(Cut tap)
Rotary Tool Spindle Speed of Back Tool Post	Max.6,000min-1
Number of Tools to Be Mounted	Max.40
X2 Axis	32m/min
Y1 Axis	32m/min
Z1 Axis	32m/min
Z2 Axis	32m/min
For Tool Spindle Drive	1.0kW
For Back Spindle Drive	2.2/3.7kW
For Spindle Drive of Opposed Tool Post	1.0kW Note) Optional feature to all types
For Spindle Drive of Back Tool Post	OP
For Cutting Coolant Oil	0.25kW
Rated Power Consumption	13.2kVA
Load Operation Average Power	6.9kVA
Center Height	1,050mm
ATC Device	L32XII ATC
Max ATC Tooling Rotations	12,000min-1
Motor Output	2.2kW
Tool Holder Type	JBS-15T
No of B Axis Tools	13
Number of Tools Mountable on Main Unit	Max.34
Tool Changing Time	4.0 sec
Maximum Outer Diameter of Tools	30mm Dia.
Maximum Grip Diameter	10mm Dia. (ER16)
Maximum Machining Length Gb Machine	320mm/chuck
Maximum Machining Length Gbl Machine	Workpiece diameterx2.5/chuck
Tool Size Turning Tool	16mm Sq.
Rapid Feed Rate X1 Axis	32m/min
Rapid Feed Rate X2 Axis	32m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Y1 Axis	32m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Z1 Axis	32m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Z2 Axis	32m/min
Motors for Spindle Drive	3.7/7.5kW
Motors for Tool Spindle Drive	1.0kW
Motors for Back Spindle Drive	2.2/3.7kW
Motors for Spindle Drive of Opposed Tool Post	1.0kW Note) Optional feature to all types
Motors for Spindle Drive of Back Tool Post	1.0kW
Motors for Cutting Coolant Oil	0.25kW
Rapid Feed Rate Y2 Axis	24m/min

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

32 mm bar capacity, with a 32 mm back spindle chuck
Front drilling to 12 mm and M12 tapping
Back machining with 10 mm drilling and M10 tapping
32 m/min rapids on the main axes

Limitations

Not in Citizen's current lineup, and several listed rows contradict each other
Gang rotary tools are limited to 8 mm drilling and M6 tapping
Main spindle speed tops out at 8,000 rpm

Best For

Buyers assessing an existing L32-VII Turned parts up to 32 mm bar with M12 front threads Parts needing back drilling and M10 tapping

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Is the Cincom L32-VII still in production?

It is not in Citizen's current lineup. Citizen's current L32 range is the generation that includes the L32XIIB5 with simultaneous 5-axis control. Of the figures listed for the type VII, only those that do not contradict each other are quoted here.

02 What bar size and spindle speed does the L32-VII have?

Bar capacity is 32 mm and the main spindle runs to 8,000 rpm. The back spindle chuck also takes 32 mm. Other listed spindle figures, such as the bore and the motor rating, appear with conflicting values and should be checked on the machine.

03 What can the rotary tools on the L32-VII do?

Gang rotary tools drill up to 8 mm and tap up to M6 with cutting taps. Opposed tool post rotary tools, also tapping up to M6, are listed as an optional feature on all types, and back tool post rotary tools drilling 8 mm are listed as well.

04 Which L32-VII figures should a buyer verify?

The spindle bore, the guide-bush stroke per chucking, the number of tools, the power consumption and the main spindle motor rating. Each is listed with two different values for this model, so confirm them from the machine's own documentation or nameplate.