Hurco DCX22i 50T

Est. $280,000 - $380,000 (new) Specs verified 2026-10-03 · hurco.com Updated 2026-10-03

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Key Specifications

X Travel

2,200 mm (86.61 in)

Y Travel

1,700 mm (66.93 in)

Z Travel

750 mm (29.53 in)

Max Spindle

6,000 rpm

Spindle Taper

CAT 50

Tool Capacity

40 tools

How much does the Hurco DCX22i 50T cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$280,000 - $380,000 (new)

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

Overview

The Hurco DCX22i 50T is the 50-taper build of the DCX22i double-column machine. It keeps the 2,200 × 1,700 × 750 mm (86.61 × 66.93 × 29.53 in) travels and the 2,100 × 1,600 mm (82.68 × 62.99 in) table, and replaces the 12,000 rpm CAT 40 spindle of the DCX22i with a CAT 50 unit rated 26 kW (35 hp) and 544 Nm (401 ft-lb), running to 6,000 rpm.

That torque figure is worth reading against the bigger machines too. The DCX32i and DCX42i, with far larger envelopes, list 48 kW (64 hp) but 458 Nm (338 ft-lb). On the listed figures the DCX22i 50T out-torques the DCX32i, DCX3226i and DCX42i, which makes it a strong fit for steel weldments, cast iron bases and heavy face milling on parts that fit its 2,200 mm (86.61 in) of X. Against the DCX22i, at 237 Nm (175 ft-lb), it has more than twice the torque.

The heavier build shows elsewhere in the table. The tool changer accepts tools up to 15 kg (33 lb), against 7 kg (15.4 lb) on the DCX22i, which matters for large face mills, boring heads and long extensions. The table rating is 8,000 kg (17,600 lb), where the DCX22i is rated for 6,000 kg (13,228 lb). Tool length stays at 300 mm (11.8 in), and the 40-tool changer still runs 5 sec tool to tool.

What the 50T gives up is speed. A 6,000 rpm ceiling restricts small-diameter tools and high-speed finishing in aluminium, which the DCX22i handles at 12,000 rpm. Z travel is 750 mm (29.53 in) with the spindle nose 152 mm (6 in) from the table at its lowest. The machine weighs 20,510 kg (45,122 lb) and is programmed through Hurco's WinMax control, conversationally or with NC code.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Table Load	8,000 kg (17,600 lb)
Spindle Nose to Table	152 mm (6 in)
Machine Weight	20,510 kg (45,122 lb)
Spindle Motor Power	26 kW (35 hp)
Spindle Torque	544 Nm (401 ft-lb)
Max Spindle Speed	6,000 rpm
Spindle Taper	CAT 50
Tool Capacity	40 tools
Tool to Tool Time	5 sec
Max Tool Length	300 mm (11.8 in)
Max Tool Weight	15 kg (33 lb)
X-Axis Travel	2,200 mm (86.61 in)
Y-Axis Travel	1,700 mm (66.93 in)
Z-Axis Travel	750 mm (29.53 in)
Table Size	2,100 mm (82.68 in) × 1,600 mm (62.99 in)

Specifications sourced from hurco.com — verified 2026-10-03

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

544 Nm (401 ft-lb) of torque, more than the 458 Nm (338 ft-lb) listed for the larger DCX32i
CAT 50 spindle rated 26 kW (35 hp)
Tools up to 15 kg (33 lb), against 7 kg (15.4 lb) on the DCX22i
8,000 kg (17,600 lb) table rating on a 2,100 × 1,600 mm (82.68 × 62.99 in) table
40-tool changer with tools up to 300 mm (11.8 in) long

Limitations

6,000 rpm top speed, half the 12,000 rpm of the DCX22i, limits small tools and aluminium finishing
750 mm (29.53 in) of Z limits tall parts and fixtures
5 sec tool-to-tool time is slow on drilling-heavy jobs
20,510 kg (45,122 lb) machine weight needs a prepared foundation and heavy rigging

Best For

Steel weldments and cast iron bases up to 2,200 mm (86.61 in) long Heavy face milling and large drilling with CAT 50 tooling Large boring heads and cutters up to 15 kg (33 lb) Heavy parts up to 8,000 kg (17,600 lb) on the table

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Should I choose the DCX22i 50T or the standard DCX22i?

Choose by material and tooling. The DCX22i 50T has CAT 50, 544 Nm (401 ft-lb), 26 kW (35 hp) and 6,000 rpm, with a 15 kg (33 lb) tool limit. The DCX22i has CAT 40, 237 Nm (175 ft-lb), 18 kW (24 hp) and 12,000 rpm, with a 7 kg (15.4 lb) limit. Heavy steel cutting favours the 50T; aluminium and fine work favour the CAT 40 machine.

02 How does the DCX22i 50T compare with the DCX32i?

The DCX32i is much larger, with 3,200 × 2,100 × 920 mm (125.98 × 82.68 × 36.22 in) of travel and an 11,000 kg (24,200 lb) table rating, and its spindle lists 48 kW (64 hp) and 458 Nm (338 ft-lb). The DCX22i 50T lists less power but more torque, 544 Nm (401 ft-lb), on a smaller envelope.

03 How much weight can the DCX22i 50T table carry?

8,000 kg (17,600 lb), on a 2,100 × 1,600 mm (82.68 × 62.99 in) table. That is higher than the 6,000 kg (13,228 lb) of the CAT 40 DCX22i.

04 What size tools does the DCX22i 50T accept?

CAT 50 tools up to 300 mm (11.8 in) long and 15 kg (33 lb), in a 40-tool changer with a 5 sec tool-to-tool time.