Hurco VMX84SWi

$350,000 - $460,000 (new) | $200,000 - $320,000 (used) Updated 2025-03-15

Key Specifications

X Travel

2,134 mm (84 in)

Y Travel

865 mm (34 in)

Z Travel

762 mm (30 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CAT 40 / Big Plus

Tool Capacity

Overview

The Hurco VMX84SWi is the largest machine in Hurco's entire 5-axis lineup — 84 inches of X travel with a B-axis swivel head built for the biggest, heaviest parts in the shop. This is a machine you buy when your work literally won't fit anywhere else in Hurco's catalog.

Travels are an enormous 2,134 x 865 x 762 mm (84 x 34 x 30 in) with a 2,184 x 865 mm (86 x 34 in) fixed table rated for 2,268 kg (5,000 lb). Every dimension on this machine is oversized — 34 inches of Y travel, 30 inches of Z travel, and a table that measures over 7 feet long. The spindle-to-table clearance ranges from 127 to 889 mm (5 to 35 in), accommodating extremely tall fixtures and parts.

The B-axis swivels +/-92 degrees for angular spindle access. No rotary table — the VMX84SWi is a 4+1 machine that prioritizes table capacity and rigidity over full 5-axis rotation. For the parts this machine handles, table load capacity matters more than a rotary axis.

The spindle runs 12,000 RPM through a CAT 40 / Big Plus taper, delivering 30 kW (40 hp) of peak power with 120.2 Nm (88.7 ft-lbs) of torque at 2,900 RPM. The 40-tool ATC handles standard tooling with 76 mm max diameter and 300 mm max length — the longest tool allowance in the SWi family.

Rapids are proportionally slower due to the massive travel distances: 18 m/min (709 ipm) on X/Y and 13.5 m/min (530 ipm) on Z. B-axis rapid runs at 33.3 RPM. These numbers reflect the mass of the moving components, not a design shortcoming.

At 16,730 kg (36,806 lb), this is by far the heaviest machine in Hurco's 5-axis lineup. Floor space is 7,557 x 4,502 mm (298 x 177 in) — plan your shop layout around this machine, not the other way around. Power draw is 54 KVA. WinMax control with 3D DXF import handles programming.

New pricing runs $350,000-$460,000. This machine has few direct competitors in the swivel-head category at this travel range and price point.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	2,134 mm (84 in)
Y-Axis Travel	865 mm (34 in)
Z-Axis Travel	762 mm (30 in)
B Axis Range	+/- 92°
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	CAT 40 / Big Plus
Spindle Motor Power	30 kW (40 hp) peak
Spindle Torque	88.7 ft. lbs @ 2,900 rpm (120.2 Nm @ 2,900 rpm)
Tool Capacity	40
Table Size	86 x 34 in (2,184 x 865 mm)
Max Table Load	2,268 kg (5,000 lb)
Rapid Traverse Xy	18 m/min (709 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	13.5 m/min (530 ipm)
Rotary Axis Rapid B	33.3 RPM
Max Tool Diameter	3.0 in (76 mm)
Max Tool Length	11.8 in (300 mm)
Max Tool Weight	15.4 lbs (7 kg)
Machine Weight	16,730 kg (36,806 lb)
Floor Space	7,557 x 4,502 mm (298 x 177 in)
CNC Control	Hurco WinMax
Travels Capacityx Y Z Axis Travel	84 x 34 x 30 in (2,134 x 865 x 762 mm)
B Axis Travel	+/-92°
Spindle Nose To Table Min Max	5 in / 35 in (127 / 889 mm)
Max Weight On Table	5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
T Slot Size	7 x .71 in (7 x 18 mm)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 rpm
Peak Spindle Motor	40 hp (30 kW)
Tool Changertool Type	CAT, BT, DIN 40
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)
Rapid Traverse B Axis	33.3 rpm
Sizemax Operating Floor Space	297.5 x 177.3 in (7,557 x 4,502 mm)
Machine Height	133.1 in. (3,382 mm)
Machine Weight	36,806 lb (16,730 kg)
Electricalpower Rating Full Load Kva	54 KVA

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

84 inches of X travel covers oversized parts that won't fit on any other Hurco 5-axis machine
2,268 kg (5,000 lb) table load handles the heaviest steel castings and forgings in the lineup
86 x 34 inch table is over 7 feet long — room for the largest fixtures and multi-part setups
762 mm (30 in) Z-axis travel provides exceptional clearance for tall parts and long-reach tooling
16,730 kg machine weight delivers outstanding vibration damping during heavy cuts
WinMax conversational programming keeps this large machine accessible to shops without dedicated CAM departments

Limitations

7,557 x 4,502 mm footprint requires a dedicated section of the shop — this machine dominates floor plans
18/13.5 m/min rapids are the slowest in Hurco's 5-axis lineup, adding significant non-cutting time
CAT 40 taper is arguably undersized for a machine this large — 50-taper would better match the envelope
No C-axis rotary table limits to 4+1 indexed operations on the B-axis only
16,730 kg weight requires a specially designed reinforced foundation with proper grouting and leveling

Best For

Aerospace shops machining large wing skins, fuselage panels, and structural frames in aluminum Heavy equipment manufacturers machining oversized castings, frames, and structural weldments Energy sector shops cutting large turbine casings, generator frames, and massive valve assemblies Die and mold shops machining extra-large die blocks requiring B-axis angular access Shipbuilding and marine manufacturers producing large structural components and hardware Shops replacing bridge mill or floor-type boring mill setups with 4+1 axis angular capability

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Hurco VMX84SWi cost?

New pricing runs $350,000-$460,000 depending on options. At this machine size, through-spindle coolant, probing, full chip management, and coolant chiller are essentially mandatory. Used machines are rare due to low production volume but trade in the $200,000-$320,000 range.

02 Should I consider a 50-taper spindle for a machine this large?

Many machinists would say yes. The CAT 40 taper limits tool rigidity on the largest cuts this machine's envelope can support. Hurco chose 40-taper for tooling commonality across their lineup and lower tooling costs. For heavy steel hogging, consider the HM1700Ri (CAT 50) or look at 50-taper boring mills.

03 How slow are the 18 m/min rapids in practice?

A full 84-inch X rapid takes about 7 seconds — compared to under 3 seconds on the 42-inch VMX42SWi. Over a complex program with hundreds of repositions, this adds up. For heavy roughing with long tool engagement, rapids matter less. For finishing with frequent repositions, consider programming to minimize full-travel rapids.

04 What power supply does the VMX84SWi need?

54 KVA at full load. This requires a properly sized electrical panel, typically 100+ amp service at 480V 3-phase. Most industrial facilities can accommodate this, but verify your panel capacity before ordering. The machine also needs 100 PSI shop air supply.

05 Can I run multiple setups on the 86-inch table simultaneously?

Yes, and this is one of the machine's greatest strengths. The 86 x 34 inch table supports ganging multiple fixtures or parts across the table surface, using the 84-inch X travel to reach them all. Combined with the 40-tool ATC, you can run multiple different parts in a single program without table changes.