Hurco TM8MYi

$95,000 - $135,000 Updated 2025-03-15

Key Specifications

X Travel

200 mm (7.9 in)

Y Travel

50 mm (1.97 in) / +/-25 mm

Z Travel

455 mm (17.9 in)

Max Spindle

4,500 RPM

Spindle Taper

A2-6

Weight

3,800 kg (8,378 lb)

Overview

The Hurco TM8MYi is the standard-duty 8-inch chuck mill-turn machine with Y-axis capability, positioned between the C-axis-only TM8Mi and the performance-class TMX8MYi. It provides Y-axis, C-axis, and live tooling in a lighter-duty TM-series package for shops that need off-center milling capability without the TMX platform's premium price tag.

The main spindle delivers 13.4 kW (18 hp) at up to 4,500 RPM through an A2-6 spindle nose with 51 mm (2.0 in) bar capacity. While the 18 hp spindle is less powerful than the TMX8MYi's 37.3 hp, it's adequate for most turning and mill-turn work on parts within the 8-inch chuck envelope. Maximum turning diameter is 356 mm (14 in) with a turning length of 455 mm (17.9 in) and swing over bed of 533 mm (21 in).

The Y-axis provides 50 mm (+/- 25 mm) of off-center travel for milling pockets, hex features, keyways, and off-center holes. The 12-station turret accepts live tools at up to 5,000 RPM for combined turning and milling operations. Travels are 200 mm (7.9 in) in X, 455 mm (17.9 in) in Z, and 50 mm in Y.

Construction follows the TM-series standard: Meehanite cast iron, 30-degree slant bed, linear guideways, and Yaskawa servo drives. Machine weight is approximately 3,800 kg (8,378 lb). The WinMax conversational control integrates turning, C-axis, and Y-axis milling operations in a single programming workflow.

The TM8MYi fills an important niche in Hurco's lineup — shops that need the Y-axis for off-center milling but don't require the TMX8MYi's heavier construction and higher spindle power. For shops doing lighter mill-turn work on smaller parts, it saves $30,000-$50,000 over the TMX version while delivering the same Y-axis milling versatility. It competes with the Haas ST-10Y, Doosan Lynx 2100Y, and Mazak QT-200MY.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Chuck Size	8 in (203 mm)
Bar Capacity	51 mm (2.0 in)
Max Turning Diameter	12.6 in (320 mm)
Max Turning Length	14.77 in (375 mm)
Swing Over Bed	533 mm (21 in)
X-Axis Travel	200 mm (7.9 in)
Z-Axis Travel	455 mm (17.9 in)
Y-Axis Travel	50 mm (1.97 in) / +/-25 mm
Max Spindle Speed	4,500 RPM
Spindle Motor Power	30.3 hp peak (22.6 kW)
Spindle Nose	A2-6
Live Tool Speed	5,000 RPM
Turret Stations	12 (live tooling capable)
Axes	X, Z, Y, C
Rapid Traverse Rate	24 m/min (945 ipm)
Tailstock	Standard
CNC Control	Hurco WinMax
Machine Weight	3,800 kg (8,378 lb)
Travels Capacitydistance Between Centers	23.5 in (597 mm)
Swing Over Bed Diameter	19.29 in (490 mm)
Swing Over Cross Slide Diameter	19.29 in (490 mm)
X Z Axis Travel	9.1, 21.65 in (232, 550 mm)
Y Axis Travel	+/- 2.17 in (+/- 55 mm)
Spindle Bore Diameter	3.07 in (78 mm)
Chuck Diameter	8 in (210 mm)
Spindlemax Spindle Speed	4000 rpm
Max Torque High Gear	194.7 ft-lbs @ 817 rpm (263.6 Nm @ 824 rpm)
Spindle Taper	A2-6
Turrettool Capacity	12 Stations
Tool Type	BMT55 (DIN1809)
Feedratesrapid Traverse Xz Y Axis	1,181, 1,181, 472 in/min (30, 30, 12 m/min)
Live Spindlelive Tooling Spindle Speed	5000 rpm Servo-driven
Live Tooling Spindle Power	16 hp (11.9 kW)
Live Tooling Spindle Max Torque	27.9 ft-lbs (37.8 Nm)
Sizemachine Height	100.89 in (2,563 mm)
Max Operating Floor Space	182.53 x 127.74 in (4,636 x 3,245 mm)
Machine Weight	9,899 lb (4,490 kg)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Y-axis enables off-center milling — pockets, hex features, keyways — at a lower price than the TMX8MYi performance platform
WinMax conversational control integrates turning and Y-axis milling programming without CAM software dependency
4,500 RPM spindle provides good surface footage for aluminum and general steel turning
5,000 RPM live tools deliver genuine milling capability for secondary features on turned parts
51 mm bar capacity supports automated bar-fed production of mill-turn parts
Lower entry price than TMX-series machines makes Y-axis mill-turn accessible to smaller shops

Limitations

18 hp spindle power is limited for aggressive roughing in stainless and harder materials compared to the TMX8MYi's 37.3 hp
50 mm Y-axis travel is modest — limited for deeper off-center milling features
455 mm turning length is shorter than TMX-series machines offering 530+ mm
Lighter TM-series construction provides less vibration damping than the heavier TMX platform during heavy cuts
12-station turret fills up quickly with combined turning and live milling tools on complex parts

Best For

Shops entering Y-axis mill-turn at a moderate price point without needing TMX-class power and rigidity Job shops producing parts with turned profiles plus milled flats, pockets, and hex features Medical device manufacturers running small precision mill-turn parts that don't require heavy spindle power Shops already running Hurco mills and lathes that want to add Y-axis mill-turn to the WinMax fleet Small batch manufacturers where WinMax programming speed provides competitive advantage on mill-turn setups Prototype departments needing versatile mill-turn capability with fast at-the-machine programming

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the TM8MYi and TMX8MYi?

The TMX8MYi delivers 37.3 hp vs 18 hp, uses a BMT65 turret (vs standard VDI-style), has 55 mm Y-travel (vs 50 mm), and weighs 4,125 kg (vs 3,800 kg). The TMX is the performance platform; the TM is the standard-duty option. For lighter mill-turn work on smaller parts, the TM8MYi saves $30,000-$50,000.

02 What does a Hurco TM8MYi cost?

A new Hurco TM8MYi typically sells between $95,000 and $135,000 depending on options. This is approximately $35,000-$40,000 less than the TMX8MYi while delivering the same Y-axis and C-axis milling capability at lower spindle power.

03 Can the TM8MYi handle stainless steel mill-turn work?

Yes, at moderate feeds and depths. The 18 hp spindle handles stainless turning and light milling but will be slower on heavy roughing compared to the TMX8MYi's 37.3 hp. For shops doing primarily stainless mill-turn, the TMX version is worth the investment.

04 How does the TM8MYi compare to the Haas ST-10Y?

The Haas ST-10Y is typically less expensive with better dealer coverage. The Hurco TM8MYi's advantage is WinMax conversational programming for mill-turn operations, which saves significant time on job changeovers. Spindle specifications are comparable between the two machines.

05 What Y-axis operations can the TM8MYi perform?

The 50 mm Y-axis enables milling pockets with flat bottoms and straight walls, hex features, keyways, off-center drilling, and D-flats. It positions the live tool off-center from the spindle axis, enabling features that are impossible with C-axis-only machines.