Hardinge GS-200

$90,000 - $150,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

Chuck Size

8 in (203 mm)

Maximum Bar Capacity

51 mm (2.0 in)

Maximum Turning Diameter

300 mm (11.81 in)

Maximum Turning Length

450 mm (17.72 in)

Spindle Speed (Max)

4,500 RPM

Spindle Power

15 kW (20 hp)

Overview

The Hardinge GS-200 is the mid-range model in Hardinge's GS (General Series) turning center lineup, offering an 8-inch chuck and 51 mm bar capacity for versatile production turning. The GS-200 bridges the gap between the compact GS-150 and the larger GS-200-66 models, providing a balance of work envelope, spindle power, and Hardinge precision at a competitive price point for general-purpose CNC turning.

The main spindle produces 15 kW (20 hp) continuous power at speeds up to 4,500 RPM, with approximately 200 Nm of torque for productive cutting in steel and stainless steel at the full 51 mm bar capacity. The A2-6 spindle nose accepts both Hardinge 16C collets and 8-inch hydraulic chucks, providing the collet-ready precision advantage when running bar work and the chuck versatility for second operations on castings and forgings. Collet concentricity is approximately 5 microns TIR.

Built on a slant-bed cast iron base with precision linear guideways, the GS-200 delivers fast, accurate axis movement with rapid traverse rates of 24 m/min in X and 30 m/min in Z. X-axis travel of 200 mm and Z-axis travel of 450 mm provide a generous turning envelope for medium-diameter parts. The 12-station turret accepts VDI tooling with optional live tooling and C-axis for mill-turn capability.

The GS-200 runs on Fanuc 0i-TF control and targets general job shops, contract manufacturers, and production facilities that need reliable, productive turning with better-than-average precision. It competes with the Haas ST-20, Mazak Quick Turn 200, Okuma GENOS L3000-e, and DN Solutions Lynx 2600 in the 8-inch production turning center market.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Chuck Size	8 in (203 mm)
Maximum Bar Capacity	51 mm (2.0 in)
Maximum Turning Diameter	300 mm (11.81 in)
Maximum Turning Length	450 mm (17.72 in)
Spindle Speed (Max)	4,500 RPM
Spindle Power	15 kW (20 hp)
Spindle Torque (Max)	200 Nm (148 ft-lb)
Spindle Nose	A2-6
Spindle Bore	51 mm (2.0 in)
Travel X	200 mm (7.87 in)
Travel Z	450 mm (17.72 in)
Turret Stations	12 (VDI)
Live Tooling	Optional
C-Axis	Optional
Guideway Type	Precision linear guideways
Rapid Traverse X	24 m/min (945 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
Control	Fanuc 0i-TF
Machine Weight	3,400 kg (7,496 lb)

Specifications sourced from hardinge.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

51 mm bar capacity and 8-inch chuck cover the most common production turning applications for medium-diameter parts
15 kW spindle with 200 Nm torque handles productive cutting in steel and stainless steel at full bar capacity
Collet-ready spindle provides 5-micron TIR, better than most competitors in the 8-inch general-purpose lathe class
Linear guideways deliver fast 24/30 m/min rapids for reduced non-cutting time in production applications
Optional live tooling and C-axis extend capability into mill-turn territory for parts needing milling features
Competitive $90K-$150K pricing positions the GS-200 as an accessible entry to Hardinge quality

Limitations

4,500 RPM spindle speed is moderate compared to some competitors offering 5,000-6,000 RPM in this class
Linear guideway construction trades some vibration damping versus box-way Quest models for faster axis movement
General-purpose positioning means the GS-200 does not match the Quest or CHNC for extreme precision applications
Hardinge corporate restructuring may impact service network and spare parts availability

Best For

General job shops needing a versatile 8-inch CNC lathe with better-than-average precision for diverse production work Contract manufacturers producing medium batches of precision turned parts across multiple industries and materials Production shops upgrading from commodity lathes to Hardinge quality without the premium price of the Quest series Automotive and industrial component producers running bar-fed production of shafts, bushings, and fittings Shops adding mill-turn capability with optional live tooling and C-axis for parts requiring milling features

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the GS-200 compare to the Haas ST-20?

The GS-200 delivers superior spindle concentricity (5 microns TIR) and offers collet-ready workholding that the Haas does not. The Haas ST-20 counters with more spindle power (22.4 kW vs 15 kW), higher spindle speed (4,000 vs 4,500 RPM comparable), and a lower price point with extensive dealer support. Choose the GS-200 when precision and collet workholding matter; choose the Haas for raw power and lower acquisition cost.

02 What is the difference between the GS-200 and GS-200-66?

The GS-200-66 has a larger 66 mm bar capacity and more spindle power for handling bigger bar stock. The standard GS-200 with 51 mm bar capacity is the better fit for typical production parts in the 20-51 mm diameter range. Choose the -66 variant when bar stock regularly exceeds 51 mm.

03 Can the GS-200 run with a bar feeder?

Yes, the 51 mm bar capacity is compatible with standard bar feeders from LNS, Iemca, and Edge Technologies. The Fanuc control includes bar feeder interface parameters for automated bar-fed production, and the fast linear-guideway rapids help minimize non-cutting time in automated cycles.

04 Is the GS-200 available with a sub-spindle?

The sub-spindle is available as an option on the GS-200, enabling complete part processing from bar including back-face operations. Adding the sub-spindle increases the machine price but eliminates secondary operations and manual part handling, which can justify the investment on production runs.