Citizen Cincom L32-VIII

Est. $190,000 - $290,000 Specs verified 2026-10-03 · cmj.citizen.co.jp Updated 2026-10-03

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Key Specifications

Max Spindle

max. 8,000 rpm

Tool Capacity

max. 48

max machining diameter

32 mm (38 mm OP)

max machining length gb machine

320 mm/chuck

max machining length gbl machine

80 mm

max drilling diameter

12 mm

How much does the Citizen Cincom L32-VIII cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$190,000 - $290,000

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-VIII is the base type of the current L32 series, a sliding-headstock lathe for 32 mm bar (38 mm as an option) with 8,000 rpm main and back spindles, a 320 mm guide-bush stroke and space for up to 48 tools. It belongs to the full model change in which Citizen introduced the L32XIIB5 with simultaneous 5-axis control.

This is a heavier machine than the L20 types. The front spindle motor is listed at 5.5/7.5/7.5 kW and the back spindle at 3.7/5.5 kW, through a 39 mm spindle bore. Front drilling goes to 12 mm with M12 cutting taps, the back spindle drills 10 mm and taps M10, and turning tools are 16 mm square by 130 mm long. Rotary tools drill 10 mm and tap M8 at up to 6,000 rpm (rated 4,500 rpm) on a 1.0 kW motor.

Compared with the Cincom L32-IX, which lists 32 mm bar only, 36 tools and 2,900 kg, the type VIII adds the 38 mm option, more tool positions and a much larger frame at 3,500 kg. It also gives a fixed guide-bushless stroke of 80 mm per chucking.

Where the type VIII stops is the back tool post. Back rotary drilling, tapping and speed are all marked OP in its column, and no Y2 rapid is listed. The X1, X2, Y1, Z1 and Z2 axes rapid at 32 m/min. Citizen states that a range of optional devices for automation and labour saving can be installed on the series.

Installation needs 16.9 kVA rated (10.0 kVA average under load). The centre height is 1,050 mm.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Machining Diameter	32 mm (38 mm OP)
Max Machining Length Gb Machine	320 mm/chuck
Max Machining Length Gbl Machine	80 mm
Max Drilling Diameter	12 mm
Max Tapping Diameter	M12 (cutting tap)
Spindle Bore	ø39 mm
Max Spindle Speed	max. 8,000 rpm
Max Chuck Diameter of Back Spindle	ø32 mm (ø38 mm OP)
Max Drilling Diameter in Back Machining	ø10 mm
Max Tapping Diameter in Back Machining	M10 (cutting tap)
Sub Spindle Speed	max. 8,000 rpm
Max Drilling Diameter for Rotary Tool	ø10 mm
Max Tapping Diameter for Rotary Tool	M8 (cutting tap)
Rotary Tool Spindle Speed	max. 6,000 rpm (rated speed:4,500 rpm)
Max Drilling Diameter for Back Rotary Tool	OP
Max Tapping Diameter for Back Rotary Tool	OP
Spindle Speed of Back Rotaty Tool	OP
Tool Capacity	max. 48
Tool Size Turning Tool	□16 mm×130 mm(Cut-off, 20 mm)
Rapid Feed Rate X1 Axis	32 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate X2 Axis	32 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Y1 Axis	32 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Z1 Axis	32 m/min
Rapid Feed Rate Z2 Axis	32 m/min
Motors for Front Spindle Drive	5.5/7.5/7.5 kW
Motors for Driving Rotary Tools on The Gang Tool Post	1.0 kW
Motors for Back Spindle Drive	3.7/5.5 kW
Motors for Coolant	0.4 kW
Motors Rated Power Consumption	16.9 kVA
Motors Load Operation Average Power Consumption	10.0 kVA
Center Height	1,050 mm
Machine Weight	3,500 kg

Specifications sourced from cmj.citizen.co.jp — verified 2026-10-03

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Takes 32 mm bar as standard and 38 mm as an option, front and back
Up to 48 tools, more than the max. 36 of the Cincom L32-IX
320 mm per chucking with the guide bush and 80 mm guide-bushless
Rotary tools drill 10 mm and tap M8; front drilling to 12 mm with M12 taps
Back spindle drills 10 mm and taps M10, driven by a 3.7/5.5 kW motor

Limitations

Back tool post rotary tools are an option (OP), not standard
No Y2 axis listed, so back-end milling needs the higher types
Spindle speed tops out at 8,000 rpm, limiting small drills on large-bar work
At 3,500 kg and 16.9 kVA it is a heavy machine to place and supply

Best For

Bar work from 32 mm up to 38 mm with the option Long shafts, up to 320 mm per chucking with the guide bush Parts needing M12 threads at the front and M10 at the back Automated production with Citizen's optional automation devices

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What bar size does the Cincom L32-VIII take?

32 mm as standard and 38 mm as an option. The back spindle chuck follows the same sizes, 32 mm or 38 mm optional. The spindle bore is 39 mm, and the guide-bush stroke is 320 mm per chucking, or 80 mm guide-bushless.

02 Does the L32-VIII have back rotary tools?

Not as standard. Its column marks the back rotary tool drilling, tapping and speed rows as OP, an option, and lists no Y2 axis. The back spindle can still drill to 10 mm and tap to M10 with stationary back tools.

03 How does the L32-VIII compare with the L32-IX?

The Cincom L32-IX lists 32 mm bar, max. 36 tools, a 3.7/7.5 kW main spindle motor, 13.2 kVA and 2,900 kg. The L32-VIII adds a 38 mm option and up to 48 tools, lists 5.5/7.5/7.5 kW for the front spindle, 16.9 kVA and 3,500 kg, and its rotary tools drill 10 mm against 8 mm on the Cincom L32-IX.

04 How fast are the spindles and axes on the L32-VIII?

Main and back spindles both reach 8,000 rpm. Rotary tools run at up to 6,000 rpm, rated 4,500 rpm. The X1, X2, Y1, Z1 and Z2 axes rapid at 32 m/min.