Hartford MW-533
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Key Specifications
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Table Size
Spindle Power
max table load
x axis travel
How much does the Hartford MW-533 cost?
Price estimate
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Overview
Five metres of X travel, a 3,300 mm (129.9 in) Y stroke and a crossbeam that moves: the Hartford MW-533 is a moving-crossbeam double-column machining center with a 5,000 x 2,200 mm (196.9 x 86.6 in) table rated for 15,000 kg (33,069 lb).
The Y stroke is much wider than the table: 3,300 mm of travel over 2,200 mm of table. That margin is where the automatic heads work. With a 90 degree head fitted, the spindle points sideways and the head body needs room beside the part; without spare Y travel the side faces could not be reached at all.
Hartford offers three head types, universal, 90 degree and extension, and stores them in a head magazine behind a door that opens only during changeover so chips do not reach the head tapers. Further head magazines can be added.
X travel is 5,000 mm (196.9 in), Z is 1,000 mm (1,200 mm optional) and the W axis is 1,200 mm (1,500 mm or 1,800 mm optional). The #50 spindle runs 6,000 / 8,000 rpm as a gear type or 10,000 rpm as a hybrid type. Motor: 18.5 / 22 kW, optionally 30 / 35 kW. Tools: 32, or 40 or 62.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Table Size | 5,000 x 2,200 mm (196.9 x 86.6 in) |
| Max Table Load | 15,000 kg (33,069 lb) |
| X Axis Travel | 5,000 mm (196.9 in) |
| Y Axis Travel | 3,300 mm (129.9 in) |
| Z Axis Travel | 1,000 opt. 1,200 mm |
| W Axis Travel | 1,200 opt. 1,500 / 1,800 mm |
| Spindle Taper | #50 |
| Spindle Speed Hybrid | 10,000 rpm |
| Spindle Speed Gear | 6,000 / 8,000 rpm |
| Tool Capacity | A: 32 (40 / 62) pcs |
| Tool Shank | BT-50 (CAT50 / DIN / BBT50) |
| Spindle Motor Power | 18.5 / 22 opt. 30 / 35 kW (Cont. / 30 min) |
Specifications sourced from hartfordcnc.com — verified 2026-10-04
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Y travel of 3,300 mm (129.9 in) leaves working room for angular heads beside a 2,200 mm table
- Head magazine with a door that opens only during head changeover
- 5,000 mm (196.9 in) X travel and a 15,000 kg (33,069 lb) table load
- W axis with 1,200 mm of travel and options to 1,800 mm
- Tool magazine of 32, 40 or 62 tools
Limitations
- Table width is 2,200 mm; the MW-543 offers 3,000 mm
- Hybrid spindle limited to 10,000 rpm
- Head speeds and power ratings are not published
- Z travel of 1,000 mm as standard
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
With automatic angular heads. Hartford lists an auto universal head, a 90 degree head and an extension head, exchanged by a full automatic head changer from an independent head magazine.
02
X 5,000 mm (196.9 in), Y 3,300 mm (129.9 in), Z 1,000 mm with 1,200 mm optional, and W 1,200 mm with 1,500 mm or 1,800 mm optional. The table measures 5,000 x 2,200 mm (196.9 x 86.6 in).
03
15,000 kg (33,069 lb) as an average load. The wider MW-543 takes 21,000 kg (46,296 lb) on a 5,000 x 3,000 mm (196.9 x 118.1 in) table.
04
By a nitrogen accumulator weight system. Hartford says it reduces hydraulic tank oil temperature by 50% and saves more than 20% energy. The Z axis itself runs on four linear guideways.
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