Citizen Cincom R01

Est. $80,000 - $150,000 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 It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

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

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

Max.20,000min-1

Rapid Traverse

30 m/min (all axes)

max bar capacity

1 mm (0.039 in)

max machining diameter

1 mm (0.039 in)

max machining length

40 mm (1.57 in)

main spindle speed

20,000 RPM

How much does the Citizen Cincom R01 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$80,000 - $150,000

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 R01 is a micro sliding-headstock lathe whose bar capacity and machining diameter are listed at 1 mm (0.039 in). The name without a generation suffix is not in Citizen's current lineup, which carries the R01-VI, so a machine offered as an R01 is most likely used and of an earlier build.

Several rows of this table agree with each other and define the machine. The main and back spindles run to 20,000 rpm. Gang rotary tools reach 8,000 rpm, drilling 2 mm dia. and tapping M2. 17 tools can be mounted, using 8 mm Sq. turning tools and 15.875 mm dia. sleeves. The X1 axis rapids at 30 m/min, the machine weighs 1,100 kg and the centre height is 1,000 mm. Control is Mitsubishi Meldas with Citizen software.

Other rows do not agree. One machining-diameter row reads 4 mm dia. against the 1 mm of two others, the back spindle chuck is given as 4 mm (0.157 in), and machining length appears as 40 mm with a fixed guide bushing and 30 mm with a rotary one. Those are figures for a 4 mm machine. Spindle bore, back-end drilling and power rows each appear twice with different values. Before buying, read the model plate and the machine's own documentation for work diameter, machining length and back-spindle chuck size rather than relying on this table.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Bar Capacity	1 mm (0.039 in)
Max Machining Diameter	1 mm (0.039 in)
Max Machining Length	40 mm (1.57 in)
Main Spindle Speed	20,000 RPM
Main Spindle Power	0.75 / 1.1 kW (1 / 1.5 HP)
Back Spindle Speed	20,000 RPM
Back Spindle Chuck	4 mm (0.157 in)
Back Spindle Protrusion	10 mm (0.394 in)
Spindle Bore	9 mm (0.354 in)
Rotary Tool Speed	8,000 RPM
Number of Tools	17
Max Drilling Front	3 mm (0.118 in)
Max Tapping Front	M3
Max Drilling Back	2 mm (0.079 in)
Max Tapping Back	M2.6
Rapid Traverse Rate	30 m/min (all axes)
Power Consumption	4 kVA
Machine Weight	1,100kg
Center Height	1,000mm
CNC Control	Mitsubishi Meldas (Citizen software)
Maximum Machining Diameter	4mm Dia.
Maximum Machining Length	Fixed guide bushing
Rotary Guide Bushing	20mm
Maximum Drilling Diameter for Main Spindle	3mm Dia.
Maximum Front Tapping Diameter	M3
Spindle Through Hole Diameter	10mm Dia.
Max Spindle Speed	Max.20,000min-1
Maximum Drilling Diameter for Rotary Tool	2mm Dia.
Maximum Tapping Diameter for Rotary Tool	M2
Spindle Speed of The Gang Rotary Tool	Max.8,000min-1
Number of Tools to Be Mounted	17
Sleeve	15.875mm Dia.
For Tool Spindle Drive	0.1kW
For Cutting Coolant Oil	0.06kW
Rated Power Consumption	3.4kVA
Load Operation Average Power	1.6kVA
Maximum Machining Length Fixed Guide Bushing	40mm
Maximum Machining Length Rotary Guide Bushing	30mm
Tool Size Turning Tool	8mm Sq.
Tool Size Sleeve	15.875mm Dia.
Rapid Feed Rate X1 Axis	30m/min
Motors for Spindle Drive	0.5/0.75kW
Motors for Tool Spindle Drive	0.1kW
Motors for Cutting Coolant Oil	0.06kW
Maximum Chuck Diameter of Back Spindle	4mm Dia.
Maximum Protrusion Length of The Back Spindle Workpiece	10mm
Maximum Drilling Diameter in Back Machining Process	3mm Dia.
Maximum Tapping Diameter in Back Machining Process	M3
Motors for Back Spindle Drive	0.5/0.75kW

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

20,000 rpm on both main and back spindles for cutting speed on 1 mm (0.039 in) work
Gang rotary tools to 8,000 rpm for 2 mm dia. drilling and M2 tapping
17 tools mounted, with 8 mm Sq. turning tools
Compact at 1,100 kg with a 1,000 mm centre height

Limitations

Not in Citizen's current lineup; the table carries conflicting rows for machining diameter, length, back chuck and power
Work size limited to 1 mm (0.039 in) by the bar capacity row
Small 8 mm Sq. tooling and 15.875 mm dia. sleeves rule out holders from larger Swiss-type machines

Best For

Sub-millimetre pins and shafts up to 1 mm (0.039 in) Fine cross holes up to 2 mm dia. and M2 threads Buyers of used micro Swiss-type lathes who can inspect the machine

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Is the Cincom R01 the same machine as the Cincom R01-VI?

Not necessarily. The bare R01 name is not in Citizen's current lineup, which lists the Cincom R01-VI. Both tables give 1 mm work size, 20,000 rpm spindles and 17 tools, but the R01 table has conflicting rows, so confirm the generation from the machine plate.

02 What size parts can the Cincom R01 make?

The bar capacity and machining diameter rows read 1 mm (0.039 in). A second row reads 4 mm dia. and the back chuck is listed at 4 mm, which belong to a larger machine. Treat 1 mm as the work size and check the guide bushing and collets fitted to a specific machine.

03 How fast are the spindles on the R01?

Both the main and the back spindle are listed at 20,000 rpm. Gang rotary tools run to 8,000 rpm. At 1 mm diameter these speeds are what makes a usable surface speed possible.

04 What tooling does the Cincom R01 use?

Turning tools with 8 mm Sq. shanks and sleeve holders of 15.875 mm dia., with up to 17 tools mounted. Gang rotary tools drill to 2 mm dia. and tap M2.