Hwacheon Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Hwacheon Vesta 1000

Est. $100,000 - $135,000 Possible older model Specs verified 2026-03-28 · machinio.com Updated 2026-10-03

This model was not found in Hwacheon's current lineup when we checked on 2026-09-25 (lineup page). It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

Hwacheon Vesta 1000 Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,000 mm (39.4 in)

Y Travel

550 mm (21.7 in)

Z Travel

500 mm (19.7 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

BT40

Tool Capacity

30-position ATC

How much does the Hwacheon Vesta 1000 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$100,000 - $135,000

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

Overview

The Hwacheon Vesta 1000 is a 40-taper vertical listed with 1,000 mm (39.4 in) of X, 550 mm (21.7 in) of Y and 500 mm (19.7 in) of Z, a 1,100 x 500 mm (43.3 x 19.7 in) table and a 12,000 RPM BT40 spindle rated 30/25 kW (40/33 hp). It is not in Hwacheon's current lineup and may be an older model. The figures come from a used-machine listing rather than from the maker, so check each one on the machine you are offered.

The listed spindle rating is the headline. 30/25 kW on a BT40 spindle is well above the 18.5 / 15 kW (24.8 / 20.1 hp) of the current VESTA-1050B, and the listing describes the spindle as an in-house manufactured unit. If the figure holds on the machine in question, it gives the Vesta 1000 real roughing capacity for its size; ask the seller for the spindle nameplate to confirm it.

Rapids are listed at 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) in X and Y and 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) in Z on linear guides, and the changer holds 30 tools (30-position ATC). Through-spindle coolant at 30 bar (435 PSI) is listed as optional, so a given machine may or may not have it. The table load is given as 680 kg (1,500 lb), the machine weight as 6,500 kg (14,330 lb), and the control as a Fanuc 0i-MF Plus.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,000 mm (39.4 in)
Y-Axis Travel	550 mm (21.7 in)
Z-Axis Travel	500 mm (19.7 in)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	BT40
Spindle Motor Power	30/25 kW (40/33 hp)
Spindle Drive	In-house manufactured spindle
Tool Capacity	30-position ATC
Table Size	1,100 x 500 mm (43.3 x 19.7 in)
Table Load Max	680 kg (1,500 lb)
Rapid Traverse X	36 m/min (1,417 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	36 m/min (1,417 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
Through Spindle Coolant	30 bar (435 PSI) optional
Guideway Type	Linear Guides
Machine Weight	6,500 kg (14,330 lb)
CNC Control	Fanuc 0i-MF Plus

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Listed 12,000 RPM BT40 spindle rated 30/25 kW (40/33 hp)
1,000 mm (39.4 in) of X over a 1,100 x 500 mm (43.3 x 19.7 in) table
36 m/min (1,417 ipm) X and Y rapids on linear guides
30-position ATC for jobs with many tools

Limitations

Not in Hwacheon's current lineup, and the figures come from a used-machine listing rather than the maker
Listed table load of 680 kg (1,500 lb) is below the 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) of the VESTA-1050B
Through-spindle coolant at 30 bar (435 PSI) is optional, so many machines will lack it
Z travel of 500 mm (19.7 in) limits tall parts and long tooling stacks

Best For

Used-machine buyers wanting 1,000 mm (39.4 in) of X in a 40-taper vertical General steel and aluminium parts within a 1,100 x 500 mm table Jobs needing up to 30 tools in one program Roughing work, if the listed 30/25 kW rating is confirmed on the machine

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Is the Vesta 1000 still in Hwacheon's lineup?

No. It is not in Hwacheon's current lineup and may be an older model. Its figures come from a used-machine listing rather than from Hwacheon, so confirm travels, spindle rating and options on the machine itself before committing.

02 How does the Vesta 1000 compare with the VESTA-1050B?

The current VESTA-1050B has a 1,150 x 600 mm (45.3 x 23.6 in) table rated 1,000 kg (2,205 lb) and a geared spindle at 8,000 rpm (BT-40) or 6,000 rpm (BT-50) rated 18.5 / 15 kW (24.8 / 20.1 hp). The Vesta 1000 is listed with a 1,100 x 500 mm (43.3 x 19.7 in) table, 680 kg (1,500 lb) of load and a 12,000 RPM spindle at 30/25 kW (40/33 hp).

03 Does the Vesta 1000 have through-spindle coolant?

The listing gives through-spindle coolant at 30 bar (435 PSI) as optional. Check whether the machine you are looking at has it fitted, including the pump, rotary union and filtration, before quoting deep-drilling work on it.

04 How heavy is the Vesta 1000?

The listed weight is 6,500 kg (14,330 lb). Ask the seller for the foundation drawing and confirm crane or forklift capacity for the move, since the weight comes from a listing rather than from the maker.