Citizen Cincom M32-III
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 It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.
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Key Specifications
max bar capacity
max machining diameter
max machining length
main spindle speed
main spindle power
back spindle speed
How much does the Citizen Cincom M32-III cost?
Estimated price range
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 M32-III is an earlier generation of the M32, Citizen's 32 mm sliding-headstock automatic lathe that combines a gang tool post with a 10-station turret. It is not in Citizen's current lineup, where the series now runs as the M32-V, M32-VII and M32-VIII, so most machines a buyer will meet are used. The table on this page is taken from the series page and shares many rows with those later variants; treat it as a guide and confirm the details on the machine itself.
Size class is set by the bar: 32 mm dia. standard, 38 mm dia. OP, and 320 mm of headstock travel per chucking. The back spindle chucks the same 32 mm dia. (38 mm dia. OP) and is listed for 12 mm dia. drilling and M12 tapping, with workpieces up to 145 mm ejected through the standard recovery unit. Both spindles are rated 5.5 / 7.5 kW (7.4 / 10 HP) with an 8,000 rpm top speed.
Hole sizes decide where each feature goes. The turret's rotary tools are listed for 12 mm dia. drills and M12 cutting taps, the gang rotary tools for 8 mm dia. and M8. Turning tools are 16 mm Sq. and the sleeve bore 25.4 mm dia., which tells you what holders and tooling a used machine will accept.
Before buying, measure the shop against the installation rows: 4,300 kg on a 2,860 x 1,465 x 1,900 mm (112.6 x 57.7 x 74.8 in) footprint, 79 A full-load current, a 100 A main breaker, 13.1 kVA average power under load, and air at 0.5 MPa and 110 NL/min when stationary. The control is Mitsubishi Meldas with Citizen software.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Bar Capacity | 32 mm (1.26 in), 38 mm (1.50 in) oversize option |
| Max Machining Diameter | 32mm Dia.(38mm Dia. OP) |
| Max Machining Length | 320mm/1chucking |
| Main Spindle Speed | Max8,000min-1 |
| Main Spindle Power | 5.5 / 7.5 kW (7.4 / 10 HP) |
| Back Spindle Speed | 8,000 RPM |
| Back Spindle Power | 5.5 / 7.5 kW (7.4 / 10 HP) |
| Number of Axes | Multi-axis |
| Number of Tools | 23 - 27 |
| Turret Stations | 10 |
| Gang Rotary Tool Speed | 9,000 RPM |
| Turret Rotary Tool Speed | 6,000 RPM |
| Back Rotary Tool Speed | 6,000 RPM |
| Gang Tool Motor | 2.2 kW (3 HP) |
| Turret Tool Motor | 2.2 kW (3 HP) |
| Back Tool Motor | 1.0 kW (1.3 HP) |
| Guide Bushing | Yes / Guide-bushless option |
| Lfv Chip Breaking | Yes (standard) |
| Power Consumption | 24 kVA |
| Full Load Current | 79 A |
| Machine Dimensions | 2,860 x 1,465 x 1,900 mm (112.6 x 57.7 x 74.8 in) |
| Machine Weight | 4,300kg |
| CNC Control | Mitsubishi Meldas (Citizen software) |
| Max Front Drilling Diameter | 12mm Dia. |
| Max Tapping Diameter for The Front Spindle | M12 (Cutting tap) |
| Max Chuck Diameter for The Back Spindle | 32mm Dia. (38mm Dia. OP) |
| Max Drilling Diameter for The Back Spindle | 12mm Dia. |
| Max Tapping Diameter for The Back Spindle | M12 (Cutting tap) |
| Max Length of The Back Spindle Workpiece | 145mm (Standard recovery unit) |
| Gang Rotary Tools | Max. drilling diameter |
| Max Tapping Diameter | M6 (Cutting tap) |
| Turret Rotary Tools | Max. drilling diameter |
| Turning Tools | 5 |
| Cross Drills | 5 to 7 |
| Number of Turret Stations | 10 |
| Sleeve Diameter | 25.4mm Dia. |
| X2 | 18m/min |
| Y2 | 12m/min |
| Gang Rotary Tool Drive | 2.2kW |
| Turret Rotary Tool Drive | 2.2kW |
| Pneumatic Unit Required Pressure and Required Flowrate | 0.5MPa at 110NL/min (When stationary) |
| Machine Main Unit Dimensions | W2,860×D1,465×H1,900mm |
| Rated Power Consumption | 25kVA |
| Load Operation Average Power | 13.1kVA |
| Main Breaker Capacity | 100A |
| Gang Rotary Tools Max Drilling Diameter | 8mm Dia. |
| Gang Rotary Tools Max Tapping Diameter | M8 (Cutting tap) |
| Gang Rotary Tools Main Spindle Speed | Max.9,000min-1 |
| Turret Rotary Tools Max Drilling Diameter | 12mm Dia. |
| Turret Rotary Tools Max Tapping Diameter | M12 (Cutting tap) |
| Turret Rotary Tools Main Spindle Speed | Max.6,000min-1 |
| Number of Tools Max | 30 to 36+α |
| Number of Tools Turning Tools | 5 |
| Number of Tools Cross Drills | 8(including 4 B-axis drills) |
| Number of Tools Number of Turret Stations | 10 |
| Number of Tools Back Tool Post Drills | Max.9 |
| Tool Size Turning Tool | 16mm Sq. |
| Tool Size Sleeve Diameter | 25.4mm Dia. |
| Rapid Feed Rate X1y1z1z2x3z3 | 32m/min |
| Rapid Feed Rate X2 | 18m/min |
| Rapid Feed Rate Y2 | 12m/min |
| Motors Front Spindle Drive | 5.5/7.5kW |
| Motors Back Spindle Drive | 5.5/7.5kW |
| Motors Gang Rotary Tool Drive | 2.2kW |
| Motors Turret Rotary Tool Drive | 2.2kW |
| Motors Back Rotary Tool Drive | 1.0kW |
| Rapid Feed Rate Y3 | 32m/min |
| Number of Tools Gang Tool Post Backside Drills | 4(including 4 B-axis drills) |
| Rapid Feed Rate B1 | 50m/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
- Takes 32 mm dia. bar, or 38 mm dia. with the OP, through a 320 mm per chucking stroke
- 10-station turret with rotary tools for 12 mm dia. drilling and M12 tapping
- Back spindle chucks 32 mm dia. (38 mm dia. OP) and drills 12 mm dia.
- 5.5 / 7.5 kW (7.4 / 10 HP) motors on both main and back spindles
- Standard 16 mm Sq. turning tools and 25.4 mm dia. sleeves
Limitations
- Earlier generation no longer in Citizen's lineup; the table shares rows with later variants and needs checking on the machine
- Gang rotary tools are limited to 8 mm dia. drilling and M8 tapping
- Spindles top out at 8,000 rpm
- Needs a 100 A main breaker and 4,300 kg of floor capacity
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
It is not in Citizen's current lineup. The series continues as the M32-V, M32-VII and M32-VIII. A used M32-III should be checked against its own documentation, because the table on this page shares rows with the later variants.
02
32 mm dia. as standard, 38 mm dia. as an option. The back spindle chuck is listed at the same 32 mm dia. (38 mm dia. OP), and the headstock machines 320 mm per chucking. Confirm on a used machine whether the 38 mm option is fitted, since the collets and guide bush follow it.
03
Turret rotary tools are listed for 12 mm dia. drilling and M12 tapping with a cutting tap, at up to 6,000 rpm on 2.2 kW. Gang rotary tools are listed for 8 mm dia. and M8 at up to 9,000 rpm, also 2.2 kW.
04
Floor space and capacity for 4,300 kg over 2,860 x 1,465 x 1,900 mm (112.6 x 57.7 x 74.8 in), a supply for 79 A full-load current behind a 100 A main breaker, and compressed air at 0.5 MPa and 110 NL/min when stationary.
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