Colchester Multiturn 4000XC

Q: How much does the Colchester Multiturn 4000XC cost?

The price estimate for the Colchester Multiturn 4000XC is uncertain: we have no price for it that we can cite and no estimate we can stand behind, so we give no figure. Configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/colchester-multiturn-4000xc#price; the request is passed to Colchester or an authorised dealer.

Specs verified 2026-10-04 · colchester.co.uk Updated 2026-10-04

Colchester Multiturn 4000XC (Multiturn series)

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Key Specifications

Spindle Power

11 kW (14.8 hp)

swing over bed

554 mm (21.8 in)

distance between centres

1,500 / 2,000 / 3,000 / 4,000 mm (59.1 / 78.7 / 118.1 / 157.5 in)

spindle bore

104 mm (4.1 in)

chuck size

12 in (305 mm)

control

Siemens 828D

How much does the Colchester Multiturn 4000XC cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

We do not have a price for the Colchester Multiturn 4000XC that we can stand behind, so we show no number. Configuration, options and installation move the final price a long way: a quote is the reliable figure.

Overview

The Colchester Multiturn 4000XC is a long-bed flat-bed CNC lathe with a C-axis and a part-driven turret: 8 tool stations, of which 4 are driven, on VDI 40 / DIN 1809 tooling. Driven tools are rated 3.7 kW (5.0 hp) at up to 6,000 rpm. Swing over the bed is 554 mm (21.8 in) and the bed comes in four lengths up to 4,000 mm (157.5 in) between centres.

Think about what that allows on a long shaft. A keyway at each end, a cross-drilled grease hole, wrench flats and a tapped centre can all be produced while the shaft is still between the chuck and the tailstock. Otherwise each of those is a separate setup on a mill, with a four-metre part to sling and align every time. The saving is in handling as much as in machining.

The main spindle is the same as on the 2-axis Multiturn 4000. It delivers 11 kW (14.8 hp) over 1 - 2,000 rpm through a D1-11 camlock nose with a 104 mm (4.1 in) bore, and carries a 12 in (305 mm) chuck. A hydraulic main spindle holding brake and Cs axis control are standard, so the spindle can be indexed and locked for milling.

The four static stations still have to cover all the turning tools, so tooling needs planning; eight positions fill quickly on a turn-mill job. Programming is through ShopTurn on the Siemens 828D. Swing over the cross slide is 370 mm (14.6 in). One row, swing in the gap, is printed without a unit on this page, so it is not quoted here.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Swing Over Bed	554 mm (21.8 in)
Distance Between Centres	1,500 / 2,000 / 3,000 / 4,000 mm (59.1 / 78.7 / 118.1 / 157.5 in)
Spindle Bore	104 mm (4.1 in)
Chuck Size	12 in (305 mm)
CNC Control	Siemens 828D
C Axis Driven Tools	Yes
Spindle Nose	D1-11 (Camlock)
Spindle Speed Range	1 - 2,000 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	11 kW (14.8 hp)
Driven Tool Speed	6,000 rpm
Driven Tool Power	3.7 kW (5.0 hp)
Turret Stations	8 (4 Driven)
Turret Tooling	VDI 40 / DIN 1809
Swing Over Cross Slide	370 mm (14.6 in)

Specifications sourced from colchester.co.uk — verified 2026-10-04

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

C-axis and driven tools on beds up to 4,000 mm (157.5 in) between centres
VDI 40 / DIN 1809 driven tooling rated 3.7 kW (5.0 hp) at up to 6,000 rpm
104 mm (4.1 in) spindle bore with a D1-11 camlock nose
Hydraulic main spindle holding brake and Cs axis control as standard
ShopTurn conversational programming for milling and drilling cycles

Limitations

Only 4 of the 8 stations are driven
Main spindle is 11 kW (14.8 hp); the Harrison Alpha 1550XC on the same geometry has 18.5 kW (24.8 hp)
Maximum main spindle speed of 2,000 rpm
No Y-axis is listed for off-centre milled features

Best For

Long shafts with keyways, flats and cross holes machined in one setup Low-volume parts up to 4,000 mm (157.5 in) where handling time dominates Pipe and bar through the 104 mm (4.1 in) bore with drilled or tapped features Siemens-based shops adding turn-mill capacity

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How is the turret of the Multiturn 4000XC arranged?

It has 8 tool stations, 4 of them driven. Tooling type is VDI 40 / DIN 1809. Driven tool spindle power is 3.7 kW (5.0 hp) and the maximum driven tool speed is 6,000 rpm. The standard features describe it as an auto indexing driven tool turret.

02 What is the difference from the Multiturn 2000XC?

The Multiturn 2000XC is the smaller machine, with a 400 mm (15.7 in) swing and a 7 kW (9.4 hp) spindle. All 8 stations of the Multiturn 2000XC are driven, on VDI 20 / DIN 5480 tooling at 2.2 kW (3.0 hp). The 4000XC has fewer driven stations, a larger interface and more power at each.

03 What are the turning dimensions?

Swing over the bed is 554 mm (21.8 in) and over the cross slide 370 mm (14.6 in). Distance between centres is 1,500 / 2,000 / 3,000 / 4,000 mm (59.1 / 78.7 / 118.1 / 157.5 in). The spindle bore is 104 mm (4.1 in) and the chuck 12 in (305 mm).

04 Which control is fitted?

The Siemens 828D with a 10.4 in colour screen and the ShopTurn conversational programming system. Colchester says the XC range combines turning with milling, drilling and tapping, and that it suits one-off, small and medium size batch machining.