DMG Mori DMU 600 P

$4,000,000 - $10,000,000+ Updated 2026-03-13

Key Specifications

X Travel

Up to 18,750 mm (738.2 in)

Y Travel

4,800 mm (189 in)

Z Travel

1,500 mm (59.1 in)

Spindle Power

53 kW / 71 hp standard (60 kW / 81 hp optional)

Max Workpiece ⌀

5,000 mm (196.9 in)

max workpiece length

18,100 mm (712.6 in)

Overview

The DMG Mori DMU 600 P is the largest portal-style 5-axis machining center in the DMG Mori lineup, designed for manufacturers that need massive travel with portal rigidity and optional mill-turn capability. With travel up to 18,750 x 4,800 x 1,500 mm (738.2 x 189 x 59.1 in), this machine handles workpieces up to 18,100 mm (712.6 in) long, 3,500 mm (137.8 in) wide, and 3,000 mm (118.1 in) tall, with a maximum weight of 120,000 kg (264,555 lb).

The portal construction with changeable B-axis head kinematics provides full 5-axis machining capability on very large workpieces. Standard spindle power reaches 53 kW (71 hp) with 1,445 Nm (1,066 ft-lb) of torque, with optional configurations pushing to 60 kW (81 hp) and 2,500 Nm (1,844 ft-lb). The FD variant adds DirectDrive table rotation for combined mill-turn operations on large-diameter workpieces up to 5,000 mm (196.9 in) in diameter.

Unlike the gantry-series machines that use a fixed table, the DMU 600 P portal design can incorporate a rotary table for workpiece indexing and turning operations. This hybrid approach combines the large-format capability of a gantry with the multi-axis flexibility of a portal platform.

Both SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE and HEIDENHAIN TNC7 controls are available with CELOS X integration and exclusive DMG Mori technology cycles. The modular construction allows customers to configure X-axis travel, spindle options, head kinematics, table type, and automation to match their specific requirements.

The DMU 600 P is typically found in tier-1 aerospace facilities, large power generation equipment manufacturers, and specialized heavy industry operations. For manufacturers that need both the massive work envelope of a gantry and the rotary-table functionality of a portal machine, the DMU 600 P is one of very few machines in the world that delivers both capabilities at this scale. Specs sourced from DMG Mori published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	Up to 18,750 mm (738.2 in)
Y-Axis Travel	4,800 mm (189 in)
Z-Axis Travel	1,500 mm (59.1 in)
Max Workpiece Length	18,100 mm (712.6 in)
Max Workpiece Width	3,500 mm (137.8 in)
Max Workpiece Diameter	5,000 mm (196.9 in)
Max Workpiece Height	3,000 mm (118.1 in)
Max Workpiece Weight	120,000 kg (264,555 lb)
Spindle Motor Power	53 kW / 71 hp standard (60 kW / 81 hp optional)
Spindle Torque	1,445 Nm / 1,066 ft-lb standard (2,500 Nm / 1,844 ft-lb optional)
Spindle Heads	Changeable B-axis head kinematics
CNC Control	SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE / HEIDENHAIN TNC7
Celos	CELOS X app-based control platform
18750 Mm	738.2 in.
4800 Mm	189 in.
1500 Mm	59.1 in.
5000 Mm	196.9 in.
3000 Mm	118.1 in.
120000 Kg	264554.7 lbs.
18100 Mm	712.6 in.
3500 Mm	137.8 in.
Customer Benefits	User Interface
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Specifications sourced from us.dmgmori.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

120,000 kg workpiece capacity handles the heaviest components in aerospace, energy, and marine manufacturing
18,750 mm X-axis travel accommodates the longest single-piece workpieces in industrial manufacturing
FD variant with rotary table adds mill-turn capability on parts up to 5,000 mm diameter, unique at this scale
Changeable B-axis head kinematics provide versatile 5-axis access angles on very large workpieces
Optional 2,500 Nm torque spindle enables aggressive roughing in titanium and superalloys on large structures
Portal construction provides superior rigidity compared to pure gantry designs for large rotary-table applications
Modular configuration accommodates custom requirements for travel, spindles, and automation

Limitations

Price starting at $4M and potentially exceeding $10M makes this among the most expensive machine tools available
Facility requirements are extreme: purpose-built foundations, overhead crane capacity, floor space, and power infrastructure
Lead time can exceed 18 months due to custom engineering and build requirements
Extremely limited resale market for machines of this size and specialization
Requires highly specialized operators, programmers, and maintenance technicians

Best For

Tier-1 aerospace manufacturers machining the largest structural components, wing spars, and fuselage sections Nuclear power equipment manufacturers machining reactor vessel components and steam generators Wind turbine manufacturers machining the largest hub castings and main shaft assemblies Naval shipbuilding operations machining large propulsion, hull, and weapons system components Oil and gas manufacturers machining the largest subsea equipment and offshore platform components Space launch vehicle manufacturers machining large rocket stages and propulsion system components

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DMG Mori DMU 600 P cost?

New DMU 600 P machines start around $4,000,000 and can exceed $10,000,000 depending on X-axis length, spindle configuration, head options, rotary table, and automation. Each machine is essentially custom-engineered for the specific application.

02 How does the DMU 600 P differ from the DMU 600 Gantry?

The DMU 600 P portal design can incorporate a rotary table for workpiece indexing and mill-turn operations, while the DMU 600 Gantry uses a fixed table only. The portal also provides slightly different rigidity characteristics due to the column design. Choose the P variant when you need rotary table functionality; choose the Gantry for maximum fixed-table workpiece weight capacity.

03 What facility is required for a DMU 600 P?

A purpose-built facility bay is typically required, including reinforced concrete foundation engineered for machine plus maximum workpiece weight, overhead crane capacity of at least 120 tons, adequate floor space for machine plus workpiece staging, and substantial electrical power supply. Budget $200,000+ for facility preparation.

04 What is the delivery and installation timeline?

From order to production-ready, expect 18-24 months. This includes 12-18 months for build, 2-3 months for disassembly, shipping, and reassembly, and 1-2 months for commissioning and acceptance testing.