Goodway GLS-1500

Q: How much does the Goodway GLS-1500 cost?

The price estimate for the Goodway GLS-1500 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/goodway-gls-1500#price; the request is passed to Goodway or an authorised dealer.

Specs verified 2026-10-04 · goodwaycnc.com Updated 2026-10-04

Goodway GLS-1500 series high speed turning centers (GLS-1500)

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Key Specifications

Max Spindle

6,000 rpm

Spindle Power

11 kW (14.8 hp) (cont.)

Max Turn Length

330 mm (13.0 in) / 630 mm (24.8 in)

max swing diameter

Ø560 mm (22.0 in)

max turning diameter

Ø390 mm (15.4 in)

chuck size

6"(Big-bore)

How much does the Goodway GLS-1500 cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

We do not have a price for the Goodway GLS-1500 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 Goodway GLS-1500 takes a 6 in big-bore, 6,000 rpm linear-guideway lathe and offers it in six variations, from a plain two-axis machine to a Y-axis, sub-spindle turning center, plus a gang-tool version. Bar capacity is Ø51 mm (2.0 in), and the frame occupies about 4.5 m2 by Goodway's figure.

Two bed lengths are listed. Turning length and Z travel are both 330 mm (13.0 in) on the standard bed and 630 mm (24.8 in) on the L bed. Maximum turning diameter is Ø390 mm (15.4 in) and X travel 230 mm (9.1 in). The main motor is rated 11 kW (14.8 hp) continuous and 15 kW (20.1 hp) for 30 min.

What separates this model from the simpler GLS-150 is the option list. The Y variation gives 105 mm (4.1 in) of Y travel, ±52.5 mm about center, and with it the turning diameter drops to Ø310 mm (12.2 in). The S variations add a sub-spindle with a 5 in chuck and a built-in motor rated 3.7 kW (5.0 hp) continuous, 5.5 kW (7.4 hp) for 5 min., at up to 6,000 rpm. Live tooling turrets come with 12 or 24 stations, take ER25 collets and run at 4,000 rpm.

The G variation is different in kind: it replaces the turret with gang type tool holders, which suits short parts where tool-to-tool time matters more than tool count. The standard turret has 12 or 10 stations. A tailstock with an MT#4 live center is optional, and Goodway notes it can also carry a deep hole drilling tool.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Swing Diameter	Ø560 mm (22.0 in)
Max Turning Diameter	Ø390 mm (15.4 in)
Max Turning Length	330 mm (13.0 in) / 630 mm (24.8 in)
Chuck Size	6"(Big-bore)
Bar Capacity	Ø51 mm (2.0 in)
Spindle Motor Power	11 kW (14.8 hp) (cont.)
Spindle Power 30 Min	15 kW (20.1 hp) (30 min.)
Max Spindle Speed	6,000 rpm
X Axis Travel	230 mm (9.1 in)
Z Axis Travel	330 mm (13.0 in) / 630 mm (24.8 in)
Turret Stations	12 / 10
Live Tooling Stations	12 / 24 (opt.)
Live Tooling Shank Size	ER25 (opt.)
Live Tooling Speed	4,000 rpm (opt.)
Max Turning Diameter with Y Axis	Ø310 mm (12.2 in) (opt.)
Y Axis Travel	105 mm (4.1 in) (±52.5 mm (±2.1 in)) (opt.)
Tailstock Quill Center Taper	MT#4 (live center) (opt.)
Tailstock Base Travel	300 mm (11.8 in) / 500 mm (19.7 in) (opt.)
Sub Spindle Speed Max	6,000 rpm (opt.)
Sub Spindle Power	3.7 kW (5.0 hp) (cont.) (opt.)
Sub Spindle Power 5 Min	5.5 kW (7.4 hp) (5 min.) (opt.)

Specifications sourced from goodwaycnc.com — verified 2026-10-04

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Six variations on one frame: M, Y, S, MS, YS and a gang-tool G version
6,000 rpm spindle with Ø51 mm (2.0 in) bar capacity and an 11 kW (14.8 hp) continuous motor
Optional Y-axis with 105 mm (4.1 in) of travel
Optional sub-spindle running to 6,000 rpm for back-end work
Live tooling turrets with 12 or 24 stations

Limitations

With the Y-axis, turning diameter falls from Ø390 mm (15.4 in) to Ø310 mm (12.2 in)
The sub-spindle motor is small: 3.7 kW (5.0 hp) continuous
Standard-bed turning length is 330 mm (13.0 in)
Tailstock, live tooling, Y-axis and sub-spindle are all options

Best For

Small complex parts finished on both ends with the YS variation Short bar parts on the gang-tool G variation Bar work up to Ø51 mm (2.0 in) at up to 6,000 rpm Shops that need Y-axis milling in a footprint of about 4.5 m2

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Which variations of the GLS-1500 does Goodway offer?

Six besides the base lathe. M has a live tooling turret and C-axis. Y adds a Y-axis to that. S has a sub-spindle only. MS and YS combine the sub-spindle with the M and Y equipment. G uses a gang type tool holder in place of the turret.

02 How much Y-axis travel does the GLS-1500 have?

The optional Y-axis has 105 mm (4.1 in) of travel, which is ±52.5 mm from center. Maximum turning diameter with the Y-axis is Ø310 mm (12.2 in), compared with Ø390 mm (15.4 in) without it.

03 What is the sub-spindle on the GLS-1500 like?

Goodway describes a sub-spindle with a 5 in chuck driven by a built-in type motor. The table rates it at 3.7 kW (5.0 hp) continuous and 5.5 kW (7.4 hp) for 5 min., with a maximum speed of 6,000 rpm. It is intended for back-end machining after the part is picked off.

04 What is the difference between the GLS-1500 and the GLS-2000?

The spindle. The GLS-1500 has a 6 in big-bore chuck, Ø51 mm (2.0 in) bar capacity and 6,000 rpm. The GLS-2000 has an 8 in big-bore chuck, Ø65 mm (2.6 in) bar capacity and 4,500 rpm. Travels, motor ratings and options are shared.