Goodway GS-8000

Q: How much does the Goodway GS-8000 cost?

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

Goodway GS-8000 series heavy duty super size turning centers (GS-8000)

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Key Specifications

Max Spindle

1,100 rpm

Spindle Power

30 kW (40.2 hp) (cont.)

Max Turn Length

L : 1,200 mm (47.2 in) / L2 : 2,200 mm (86.6 in) / L3 : 3,200 mm (126.0 in) / L4 : 4,200 mm (165.4 in) / L5 : 5,200 mm (204.7 in) / L6 : 6,200 mm (244.1 in)

max swing diameter

Ø1,030 mm (40.6 in)

max turning diameter

Ø970 mm (38.2 in)

chuck size

18" / 21" / 24" / 32"

How much does the Goodway GS-8000 cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

We do not have a price for the Goodway GS-8000 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 GS-8000 is a super-size box-way turning center for long, large-diameter parts: Ø970 mm (38.2 in) of turning diameter and six bed lengths from 1,200 mm (47.2 in) to 6,200 mm (244.1 in). Among the three models of the series it has the smallest spindle bore, Ø205 mm (8.1 in), and the highest speed, 1,100 rpm.

Power comes from a motor rated 30 kW (40.2 hp) continuous and 45 kW (60.3 hp) on the 15 min. rating, driving a 3-speed gearbox. Goodway quotes a maximum spindle torque of 7,100 Nm. Chucks of 18 in, 21 in, 24 in and 32 in are listed.

The beds are designated L through L6, and for each one the Z-axis travel and the maximum turning length are printed as the same figure: 1,200 mm, 2,200 mm (86.6 in), 3,200 mm (126.0 in), 4,200 mm (165.4 in), 5,200 mm (204.7 in) and 6,200 mm. X travel is 525 mm (20.7 in) and swing Ø1,030 mm (40.6 in). A programmable tailstock with a Ø160 mm (6.3 in) quill, 150 mm (5.9 in) of quill travel and an MT#6 dead center supports the far end, and Goodway's automatic self-centering steady rest accepts workpieces up to Ø520 mm.

Unusually for a lathe of this size, a Y-axis is offered. It travels ±160 mm (±6.3 in) on box ways, with turning diameter limited to Ø910 mm (35.8 in) and X travel to 515 mm (20.3 in). The live tooling that goes with it uses ER50 collets, a 9 kW drive and 3,000 rpm.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Swing Diameter	Ø1,030 mm (40.6 in)
Max Turning Diameter	Ø970 mm (38.2 in)
Max Turning Length	L : 1,200 mm (47.2 in) / L2 : 2,200 mm (86.6 in) / L3 : 3,200 mm (126.0 in) / L4 : 4,200 mm (165.4 in) / L5 : 5,200 mm (204.7 in) / L6 : 6,200 mm (244.1 in)
Chuck Size	18" / 21" / 24" / 32"
Spindle Bore	Ø205 mm (8.1 in)
Spindle Motor Power	30 kW (40.2 hp) (cont.)
Spindle Power 15 Min	45 kW (60.3 hp) (15 min.)
Max Spindle Speed	1,100 rpm
X Axis Travel	525 mm (20.7 in)
Z Axis Travel	L : 1,200 mm (47.2 in) / L2 : 2,200 mm (86.6 in) / L3 : 3,200 mm (126.0 in) / L4 : 4,200 mm (165.4 in) / L5 : 5,200 mm (204.7 in) / L6 : 6,200 mm (244.1 in)
Turret Stations	12
Live Tooling Stations	12 (opt.)
Live Tooling Shank Size	ER50 (opt.)
Live Tooling Speed	3,000 rpm (opt.)
Max Turning Diameter with Y Axis	Ø910 mm (35.8 in) (opt.)
X Axis Travel with Y Axis	515 mm (20.3 in) (opt.)
Y Axis Travel	±160 mm (±6.3 in) (opt.)
Tailstock Quill Center Taper	MT#6 (dead center)
Tailstock Quill Diameter	Ø160 mm (6.3 in)
Tailstock Quill Travel	150 mm (5.9 in)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Six bed lengths, from 1,200 mm (47.2 in) to 6,200 mm (244.1 in) of turning length
3-speed geared spindle with 7,100 Nm of maximum torque, per Goodway
45 kW (60.3 hp) 15 min. spindle motor rating
Optional Y-axis with ±160 mm (±6.3 in) of travel on box ways
1,100 rpm, the highest spindle speed in the GS-8000 series

Limitations

Hole through spindle is Ø205 mm (8.1 in), the smallest of the series
Continuous motor rating is 30 kW (40.2 hp); the 45 kW (60.3 hp) figure is a 15 min. rating
Quill travel is 150 mm (5.9 in), short relative to the bed lengths
Live tooling turret and Y-axis are options; no sub-spindle is listed

Best For

Long shafts, rolls and cylinders up to 6,200 mm (244.1 in) Large-diameter turning up to Ø970 mm (38.2 in) Off-center milling and drilling on big parts with the optional Y-axis

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How long a workpiece can the GS-8000 turn?

It depends on the bed. Goodway lists six: L at 1,200 mm (47.2 in), L2 at 2,200 mm (86.6 in), L3 at 3,200 mm (126.0 in), L4 at 4,200 mm (165.4 in), L5 at 5,200 mm (204.7 in) and L6 at 6,200 mm (244.1 in). Maximum turning diameter is Ø970 mm (38.2 in).

02 What is the spindle power and torque of the GS-8000?

The motor is rated 30 kW (40.2 hp) continuous and 45 kW (60.3 hp) for 15 min. Goodway states that with the 3-speed gearbox the spindle delivers a maximum torque of 7,100 Nm. Top speed on this model is 1,100 rpm.

03 Does the GS-8000 really have a Y-axis?

As an option, yes. The Y variation provides ±160 mm (±6.3 in) of Y-axis travel, which Goodway also states as 320 mm in total, on a box-way guideway. With it, maximum turning diameter is Ø910 mm (35.8 in) and X travel 515 mm (20.3 in).

04 How do the GS-8000, GS-8600 and GS-8800 differ?

By hole through spindle and speed. The GS-8000 has Ø205 mm (8.1 in) and 1,100 rpm. The GS-8600 has Ø260 mm (10.2 in) and 800 rpm. The GS-8800 has Ø320 mm (12.6 in) and 700 rpm. Travels, motor and chuck sizes are common.