DMG Mori DMC 210 u FD

$2,000,000 - $3,000,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

2,100 mm (82.7 in)

Y Travel

2,100 mm (82.7 in)

Z Travel

1,250 mm (49.2 in)

Spindle Taper

HSK-A100

Tool Capacity

Up to 303 tools standard (CTS over 4,000)

Max Workpiece ⌀

2,500 mm (98.4 in)

Overview

The DMG Mori DMC 210 u FD is the entry point to DMG Mori's portal-class 5-axis mill-turn platform, delivering 2,100 x 2,100 x 1,250 mm (82.7 x 82.7 x 49.2 in) of travel for workpieces up to 2,500 mm (98.4 in) diameter, 1,460 mm (57.5 in) height, and 6,000 kg (13,228 lb) in standard milling mode or 4,000 kg (8,819 lb) in FD mill-turn configuration. The portal gantry construction provides superior rigidity and thermal symmetry compared to C-frame and duoBLOCK designs at this workpiece scale.

The powerMASTER motor spindle delivers 1,000 Nm (738 ft-lb) through HSK-A100, while the torqueMASTER gear spindle option pushes to 1,800 Nm (1,328 ft-lb) for the most demanding roughing in titanium and Inconel. DMG Mori claims the biggest spindle range in the market for this machine class. Feed speed reaches 60 m/min (2,362 ipm) for productive rapid positioning across the large work envelope.

The FD DirectDrive table provides turning capability for large workpieces, enabling combined milling and turning operations on aerospace turbine discs, large engine casings, and massive valve bodies without re-chucking. The tool magazine holds up to 303 tools in the standard wheel configuration, with an optional Central Tool Storage (CTS) system supporting over 4,000 tools for complex production environments.

A pallet changer comes standard, and automation options include the RPS 4/5 rotary pallet storage, AMR 2000 autonomous mobile robot, and LPP linear pallet pool. Control options are SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE or HEIDENHAIN TNC7 with CELOS X. The DMC 210 u FD sits between the DMC 160 u FD duoBLOCK and the DMC 270 u FD portal, making it the first step into portal-class 5-axis machining for shops outgrowing the duoBLOCK platform.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	2,100 mm (82.7 in)
Y-Axis Travel	2,100 mm (82.7 in)
Z-Axis Travel	1,250 mm (49.2 in)
Max Workpiece Diameter	2,500 mm (98.4 in)
Max Workpiece Height	1,460 mm (57.5 in)
Max Table Load	6,000 kg (13,228 lb) milling / 4,000 kg (8,819 lb) FD
Spindle Torque Powermaster	1,000 Nm / 738 ft-lb (powerMASTER)
Spindle Torque Torquemaster	1,800 Nm / 1,328 ft-lb (torqueMASTER)
Spindle Taper	HSK-A100
Feed Speed	60 m/min (2,362 ipm)
Tool Capacity	Up to 303 tools standard (CTS over 4,000)
Pallet Changer	Standard
Automation Options	RPS 4/5, AMR 2000, LPP
CNC Control	SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE / HEIDENHAIN TNC7 with CELOS X
2100 Mm	82.7 in.
1250 Mm	49.2 in.
2500 Mm	98.4 in.
1460 Mm	57.5 in.
6000 Kg	13227.7 lbs.
Customer Benefits	User Interface
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4000 Kg	8818.5 lbs.

Specifications sourced from us.dmgmori.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Portal gantry construction delivers superior rigidity and thermal symmetry at this workpiece scale compared to C-frame designs
2,500 mm max workpiece diameter and 6,000 kg milling capacity handle the largest aerospace and energy sector components
TorqueMASTER at 1,800 Nm provides the spindle force for aggressive roughing in titanium and Inconel on massive parts
CTS option supporting over 4,000 tools enables unprecedented tooling flexibility for complex multi-feature production
Standard pallet changer plus multiple automation options (RPS, AMR, LPP) support fully automated large-part production
FD mill-turn eliminates separate vertical turning lathe operations for combined milling and turning on large workpieces

Limitations

Price above $2M is a major capital investment requiring consistently high-value large-part production to justify
FD configuration reduces table load from 6,000 to 4,000 kg -- heavy workpieces needing only milling should use the non-FD variant
Installation requires dedicated reinforced foundation, significant rigging, and climate-controlled environment
Operational complexity demands highly skilled programmers and operators experienced with portal-class 5-axis mill-turn

Best For

Aerospace manufacturers machining large turbine discs, engine casings, and nacelle structural components Power generation companies machining large generator and turbine components exceeding duoBLOCK capacity Oil and gas manufacturers producing large subsea equipment, valve bodies, and blowout preventer components Defense contractors machining large naval and military vehicle components requiring complex 5-axis mill-turn Shops replacing a large 5-axis mill and vertical turning lathe combination with a single portal platform

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DMG Mori DMC 210 u FD cost?

New machines typically price between $2,000,000 and $3,000,000 depending on spindle selection, tool magazine, accuracy packages, and automation. Full configuration with torqueMASTER, CTS, and automation approaches $3M.

02 DMC 210 u FD vs DMU 210 P FD -- what is the difference?

The DMC 210 u FD and DMU 210 P FD share the same portal platform and travel envelope. The DMC designation typically refers to the pallet-changer-equipped production variant, while the DMU is the universal variant. Both offer identical core specifications.

03 What is the Central Tool Storage (CTS) system?

CTS is an external tool storage system supporting over 4,000 tools, connected to the machine via a tool transport system. It enables shops to keep their entire tool library available without manual loading, supporting complex multi-feature parts and diverse production mixes.

04 How does the portal design benefit large-part machining?

Portal construction provides symmetric thermal behavior and equal rigidity in both X and Y directions. At 2,100 mm travel, C-frame machines develop asymmetric stiffness at the extremes of travel. The portal eliminates this, maintaining consistent cutting performance across the full envelope.