Hardinge Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Hardinge XR-760

Est. $120,000 - $190,000 Possible older model Updated 2026-10-03

This model was not found in Hardinge's current lineup when we checked on 2026-10-03 . It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

Key Specifications

X Travel

760 mm (29.9 in)

Y Travel

510 mm (20.1 in)

Z Travel

460 mm (18.1 in)

Spindle Taper

BT 40

Tool Capacity

Table Size

900 x 500 mm (35.4 x 19.7 in)

How much does the Hardinge XR-760 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$120,000 - $190,000

Our best estimate for a vertical machining centers (vmc) in this class — not a quote from Hardinge. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

With 760 mm (29.9 in) of X, 510 mm (20.1 in) of Y and 460 mm (18.1 in) of Z, the Hardinge XR-760 is a mid-size vertical machining center whose listed spindle starts at 15,000 RPM and can be had at 20,000 RPM as an option. Power is 15 kW (20 hp) through a direct-drive BT 40 spindle.

The 20,000 RPM option is what separates this machine from a general-purpose mill of the same travel. Ball-nose finishing of mould and die surfaces, graphite, and thin-wall aluminium all reward spindle speed more than torque, and the listed 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) rapids and Fanuc 31i-B5 control are consistent with that kind of work. A buyer should find out which spindle a given machine carries, since the table gives one power figure and does not say whether it applies to both.

Its table is 900 x 500 mm (35.4 x 19.7 in) and takes 600 kg (1,323 lb). Y travel slightly exceeds the table depth, so the full surface can be reached. The 24-tool magazine changes in 1.8 sec tool-to-tool, and the accuracy rows read ±0.003 mm positioning and ±0.002 mm repeatability.

As a reference point, the Bridgeport V710 has a similar plan area of travel, 710 mm of X and 15.74 in (400 mm) of Y, but a 10,000 RPM standard spindle rated 5.5 / 7.5 kW. The XR-760 is listed at 6,500 kg (14,330 lb). Check the listed figures against the machine's own records.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	760 mm (29.9 in)
Y-Axis Travel	510 mm (20.1 in)
Z-Axis Travel	460 mm (18.1 in)
Table Size	900 x 500 mm (35.4 x 19.7 in)
Max Table Load	600 kg (1,323 lb)
Spindle Taper	BT 40
Spindle Speed	15,000 RPM (20,000 RPM optional)
Spindle Motor Power	15 kW (20 hp)
Spindle Drive	Direct drive
Tool Capacity	24
Tool Change Time	1.8 sec (tool-to-tool)
Rapid Traverse Rate	48 m/min (1,890 ipm)
Positioning Accuracy	±0.003 mm
Repeatability	±0.002 mm
CNC Control	Fanuc 31i-B5
Machine Weight	6,500 kg (14,330 lb)

Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

15,000 RPM direct-drive spindle, with 20,000 RPM listed as an option
15 kW (20 hp) at a BT 40 taper
510 mm (20.1 in) of Y travel over a 900 x 500 mm (35.4 x 19.7 in) table
24 tools with a 1.8 sec tool-to-tool change, and 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) rapids

Limitations

The 20,000 RPM spindle is an extra, and its power rating is not listed separately
Z travel of 460 mm (18.1 in) is the shortest axis and limits tall fixtures
Table load is capped at 600 kg (1,323 lb)
No torque figure, so low-speed roughing capability cannot be judged from the table

Best For

Mould and die finishing at 15,000 or 20,000 RPM Graphite and thin-wall aluminium work Mid-size plates within 760 x 510 mm of X and Y Parts needing up to 24 tools and short tool changes

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Is the 20,000 RPM spindle standard on the XR-760?

No. The listed standard is 15,000 RPM, with 20,000 RPM optional. Both are described under a direct-drive BT 40 spindle with 15 kW (20 hp); the table does not give a separate power or torque figure for the faster unit.

02 What size table does the XR-760 have?

900 x 500 mm (35.4 x 19.7 in), with a listed maximum load of 600 kg (1,323 lb). Travels are 760 mm (29.9 in) in X, 510 mm (20.1 in) in Y and 460 mm (18.1 in) in Z.

03 How does the XR-760 compare with the XR-1000?

The XR-1000 has 40 in (1020 mm) of X and 24 in (610 mm) of Y and Z, with a 30 HP (22.37 kW) spindle at 12,000 RPM (DDS) and 30 tools standard. The XR-760 is smaller in every axis and trades power for speed: 15 kW (20 hp) at 15,000 RPM, with 24 tools.

04 What do the rapid and tool-change figures mean for cycle time?

Rapids are listed at 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) and tool change at 1.8 sec tool-to-tool. On finishing programs made of many short moves, acceleration matters as much as the top rapid rate, and the table gives no acceleration figure.