DN Solutions PUMA V 400 M

$155,000 - $230,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

268 mm (10.6 in)

Z Travel

488 mm (19.2 in)

Max Turn Length

400 mm

chuck size

12 inch

max turning diameter

420 mm

x axis rapid traverse

20 m/min (787 ipm)

Overview

The DN Solutions PUMA V 400 M adds live tooling capability to the compact PUMA V 400 vertical turning platform. That 'M' suffix means milling — a 4,000 RPM rotary tool spindle integrated into the turret enables drilling, tapping, and milling operations directly on the VTC without transferring parts to a secondary machine.

The main turning spindle matches the base V 400: 26 kW (35 hp) at 3,000 RPM with 863 Nm (637 ft-lbs) of torque through a 12-inch chuck. Max turning diameter is slightly reduced to 420 mm (16.5 in) compared to the base model's 496 mm, and turning height drops to 400 mm (15.7 in) — both concessions to the live tooling turret's geometry. The 12-station turret with live tool positions enables a wide range of secondary operations.

Axis travels remain at 268 mm on X and 488 mm on Z. Rapid traverse runs 20/24 m/min. The footprint and weight match the base V 400 at 1,475 mm x 2,075 mm and 6,000 kg. The live tooling and C-axis add significant versatility without changing the machine's ultra-compact floorplan.

The V 400 M is the right choice when your disc-shaped parts need cross-drilled holes, bolt patterns, keyways, or light milling features after turning. Rather than turning on the VTC, pulling the part, and setting it up on a VMC for secondary work, everything happens in one clamping. For high-volume production of flanges with bolt circles, gears with keyways, and housings with cross-holes, the V 400 M delivers done-in-one processing on a minimal footprint. Specs sourced from DN Solutions published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Chuck Size	12 inch
Max Turning Diameter	420 mm
Max Turning Length	400 mm
X-Axis Travel	268 mm (10.6 in)
Z-Axis Travel	488 mm (19.2 in)
X Axis Rapid Traverse	20 m/min (787 ipm)
Z Axis Rapid Traverse	24 m/min (945 ipm)
Main Spindle Speed	3,000 RPM
Main Spindle Power	26 kW (35 hp) / 863 Nm (637 ft-lbs)
Rotary Tool Speed	4,000 RPM
Tool Stations	12
Machine Length	1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Machine Width	2,075 mm (81.7 in)
Machine Height	3,210 mm (126.4 in)
Machine Weight	6,000 kg (13,228 lb)
Metric	IMPERIAL
Capacity	Chuck sizeMax. Turning DiameterMax. Turning Length
Travels	X-Axis Rapid TraverseZ-Axis Rapid TraverseX-Axis Travel DistanceZ-Axis Travel Distance
Main Spindle	Max. Spindle SpeedMax. Spindle PowerMax. Spindle Torque
Turret	No. of tool stationRotary Tool r/min
No Of Tool Station	Rotary Tool r/min
Dimensions	LengthHeightWidthWeight
Favorites	PUMA V400P
12 Ea	4000 RPM

Specifications sourced from dn-solutions.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Integrated 4,000 RPM live tooling enables drilling, tapping, and milling without a secondary machine setup
Same ultra-compact 1,475 mm x 2,075 mm footprint as the base V 400 despite added milling capability
Done-in-one processing on disc-shaped parts with bolt patterns, cross-holes, keyways, and milled features
Vertical orientation provides gravity-assisted workholding and natural chip evacuation during both turning and milling
12-station turret with live tool positions provides versatile tooling configurations
C-axis capability enables precise angular positioning for off-center and circumferential features

Limitations

420 mm max turning diameter is 76 mm less than the base V 400's 496 mm due to live tooling turret geometry
400 mm max turning height is reduced from the base V 400's 461 mm
4,000 RPM live tool speed is moderate — heavier milling and high-speed drilling may be limited
Price premium of $25-35K over the base V 400 for the live tooling capability
Not suited for heavy milling operations — the live tools are for secondary features, not primary machining center work

Best For

High-volume production of flanges with bolt circles, threaded holes, and other features requiring both turning and milling Gear blank manufacturers needing keyways, splines, or cross-holes added after turning operations Automotive production of brake components, pulleys, and hubs with drilled and tapped mounting holes Pump and valve manufacturers producing impellers and housings with machined ports and bolt patterns Automated cells where minimizing machine count and part handling maximizes throughput per square foot

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Why is the turning diameter smaller on the V 400 M than the base V 400?

The live tooling turret takes up more space in the work envelope, reducing max turning diameter from 496 mm to 420 mm. This is a common trade-off on machines with live tooling. If you need the full 496 mm diameter and don't need milling, choose the base V 400.

02 How much does a DN Solutions PUMA V 400 M cost?

New PUMA V 400 M machines typically price between $155,000 and $230,000. The live tooling and C-axis add a premium of roughly $25-35K over the base V 400. Automation packages, gantry loaders, and additional live tool stations push toward the upper end.

03 What kind of milling can the V 400 M do?

The 4,000 RPM live tools handle drilling, tapping, light end milling, and cross-milling operations. Think bolt circles, keyways, flats, and small pockets. This isn't a replacement for a machining center on heavy milling work, but it eliminates secondary operations on parts that need a few milled or drilled features after turning.

04 Can the V 400 M be automated like the base V 400?

Yes. The V 400 M supports the same gantry loader and robot automation options as the base V 400. The vertical orientation and top-loading access make automation straightforward. Many shops run V 400 M machines in unattended cells producing complete parts across multiple shifts.