Hurco VMX 64i
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Table Size
Spindle Speed
Spindle Power
Overview
The Hurco VMX 64i is Hurco's large-format vertical machining center, stretching X-axis travel to 64 inches to accommodate the longest plates, molds, and structural components found in aerospace, energy, and heavy industrial manufacturing. It shares the same WinMax control platform as the rest of the VMX-i series but scales up the structural envelope and table capacity to handle genuinely large work without requiring a horizontal machining center.
Constructed with hardened and ground box ways on the X and Y axes, the VMX 64i provides the rigidity necessary for heavy roughing passes in alloy steel and cast iron — materials common in energy sector components and large tooling applications. The 30 hp inline spindle runs to 12,000 RPM on a CAT 40 taper, balancing torque for hard materials with sufficient speed for finishing passes in aluminum and softer alloys.
Hurco's UltiMotion motion control algorithm is standard on the VMX 64i, reducing corner deceleration and managing tool path smoothing in real time. For large parts with complex profiles, this translates to measurable cycle time reductions while preserving surface finish quality. The 40-pocket side-mount ATC handles the tool variety typically required when multiple operations are run without repositioning a heavy workpiece.
The VMX 64i is a compelling alternative to horizontal machining centers for shops that run long prismatic parts and prefer the accessibility and simplicity of a vertical setup. It is particularly well regarded in the oil and gas, power generation, and large mold-and-die segments where single-setup machining of large components is a competitive necessity.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X Travel | 64 in (1,626 mm) |
| Y Travel | 30 in (762 mm) |
| Z Travel | 24 in (610 mm) |
| Table Size | 68 × 30 in (1,727 × 762 mm) |
| Spindle Speed | 12,000 RPM |
| Spindle Power | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Spindle Taper | CAT 40 |
| ATC Capacity | 40 tools |
| Rapid Traverse | 1,181 ipm (30 m/min) |
| Control System | Hurco WinMax |
| Machine Weight | approx. 36,000 lb (16,329 kg) |
| Travels Capacityx Y Z Axis Travel | 64 x 34 x 30 in (1,625 x 864 x 762 mm) |
| T Slot Size | 7 x .71 in (7 x 18 mm) |
| Max Weight On Table | 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg) |
| Table Size | 66 x 35 in (1,676 x 889 mm) |
| Spindle Nose To Table | 5.0 in (127 mm) |
| Spindlemax Spindle Speed | 12,000 rpm |
| Spindle Power | 24 hp (18 kW) |
| Spindle Torque | 176 ft-lbs @ 720 rpm (239 Nm @ 900 rpm) |
| Tool Changertool Type | CAT 40 / Big Plus® (CAT/BT 40) |
| Tool Capacity | 40 |
| Max Tool Diameter | 3.0 in (75 mm) |
| Max Tool Length | 11.8 in (300 mm) |
| Max Tool Weight | 15.4 lbs (7 kg) |
| Feedratesrapid Traverse Xyz Axis | 709, 709, 530 in/min (18, 18, 13.5 m/min) |
| Max Programmable Feedrate | 530 in/min (13.5 m/min) |
| Sizemax Operating Floor Space | 249.5 x 177.0 in (6,338 x 4,496 mm) |
| Machine Height | 131.3 in (3,335 mm) |
| Machine Weight | 32,837 lbs (14,895 kg) |
Specifications sourced from hurco.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 64-inch X travel handles the longest mold plates and aerospace panels in one setup
- Box-way construction on X/Y provides excellent damping for heavy roughing cuts
- WinMax conversational control reduces setup time for one-off and prototype parts
- UltiMotion path optimization reduces cycle times on contoured surfaces
Limitations
- Large footprint requires significant floor space and ceiling height planning
- Rapid traverse rate is lower than comparable high-speed horizontal machining centers
- CAT 40 taper is less ideal for very high-speed aluminum work compared to HSK-A63
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
The VMX 64i table supports workpiece loads up to approximately 4,400 lb (2,000 kg), suitable for large steel mold blocks and heavy fixture assemblies typical of energy and aerospace applications.
02
The VMX 64i offers a simpler setup and lower cost compared to a horizontal machining center for long prismatic parts. The vertical orientation is preferable when parts have significant Z-axis features on the top face and do not require 4-face machining in a single pallet cycle.
03
Yes, through-spindle coolant (TSC) is available as a factory option on the VMX 64i. TSC is recommended for deep-hole drilling, hard material milling, and any application where chip evacuation at the cutting edge is critical to tool life and surface finish.
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