INDEX-Werke CNC Lathes / Turning Centers

INDEX MS22C

Est. $600,000 - $1,200,000 Specs verified 2026-09-24 · static.machinetools.com Updated 2026-10-03

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

10,000 rpm (speed limits depend on bar diameter, bar guide and part clamping)

Spindle Power

8.7 kW at 100% / 15 kW at 25% duty (11.6 / 20.1 hp)

work spindles

max bar capacity

22 mm (0.86 in)

spindle torque

10 Nm at 100% / 18 Nm at 25% duty (7.4 / 13.3 ft-lbf)

tool carriers

How much does the INDEX MS22C cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$600,000 - $1,200,000

Our best estimate for a cnc lathes / turning center in this class — not a quote from INDEX-Werke. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The INDEX MS22C is a 6-spindle CNC multi-spindle automatic for bar up to 22 mm (0.86 in), with each work spindle running to 10,000 rpm. Machines of this type exist for one job: turning out large quantities of small precision parts, with every spindle position cutting at once so that a finished part drops every index.

Each spindle is rated 8.7 kW at 100% and 15 kW at 25% duty (11.6 / 20.1 hp), with 10 Nm continuous and 18 Nm at 25% duty (7.4 / 13.3 ft-lbf). The 10,000 rpm figure comes with a caveat in the listed figures: the speed limit depends on bar diameter, bar guide and part clamping, so long thin bar may not run at full speed. 11 tool carriers work across the spindle positions, with slide travel of 62 mm (2.4 in) in X, 85 mm (3.3 in) in Z and ±12 mm (±0.5 in) in Y.

The back end is what decides how complete the part is when it leaves the machine. The MS22C takes 1 or 2 synchronous spindles, each with a 22 mm clamping diameter, 10,000 rpm, 9.2 kW at 100% and 12 kW at 40% duty, 11 / 14 Nm, a pivoting angle of 132° (165°) and 120 mm (4.7 in) of Z travel. Each synchronous spindle has 3 backworking tools, of which a maximum of 2 are driven, and back-drilling slides are optional.

The control is listed as INDEX C200-SL, based on Siemens 840D solution line, with teleservice, spindle stop and C-axis as standard. Polygon turning, gear hobbing, tool monitoring, Y-axis and transmit function are options. The listed figures give a connected load of 62 kW, 75 kVA and 105 A at 400 V, 50/60 Hz, dimensions of 3,330 x 1,830 x 2,854 mm without bar guide or loading magazine, and a weight of approx. 5,700 kg (12,566 lb). The MS22C-8 sibling is listed at approx. 7,100 kg (15,653 lb) with the same spindle ratings.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Work Spindles	6
Max Bar Capacity	22 mm (0.86 in)
Max Spindle Speed	10,000 rpm (speed limits depend on bar diameter, bar guide and part clamping)
Spindle Motor Power	8.7 kW at 100% / 15 kW at 25% duty (11.6 / 20.1 hp)
Spindle Torque	10 Nm at 100% / 18 Nm at 25% duty (7.4 / 13.3 ft-lbf)
Tool Carriers	11
Slide Travel X	62 mm (2.4 in)
Slide Travel Z	85 mm (3.3 in)
Slide Travel Y	±12 mm (±0.5 in)
Synchronous Spindles	1 or 2; clamping diameter 22 mm; 10,000 rpm; 9.2 kW at 100% / 12 kW at 40% duty (12.3 / 16.1 hp); 11 / 14 Nm (8.1 / 10.3 ft-lbf); pivoting angle 132° (165°); Z travel 120 mm (4.7 in)
Backworking Tools	3 per synchronous spindle, max. 2 driven; optional back-drilling slides 1+2 with X travel 62 mm (2.5 in)
CNC Control	INDEX C200-SL (based on Siemens 840D solution line) with teleservice, spindle stop and C-axis as standard
Connected Power	62 kW, 75 kVA, 105 A; 400 V, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions Lxwxh	3,330 x 1,830 x 2,854 mm (131.1 x 72 x 112.4 in), maximum configuration without bar guide or loading magazine
Machine Weight	approx. 5,700 kg (12,566 lb)

Specifications sourced from static.machinetools.com — verified 2026-09-24

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

6 work spindles, each to 10,000 rpm, for high-volume small parts
1 or 2 synchronous spindles with 3 backworking tools each, up to 2 driven
11 tool carriers with ±12 mm (±0.5 in) Y travel on the slides
Teleservice, spindle stop and C-axis are standard on the INDEX C200-SL control
Weighs approx. 5,700 kg (12,566 lb), against approx. 7,100 kg (15,653 lb) for the MS22C-8

Limitations

Bar capacity is 22 mm (0.86 in), so only small-diameter parts
Spindle torque is 10 Nm continuous and 18 Nm at 25% duty, light for heavy cuts
Polygon turning, gear hobbing, tool monitoring, Y-axis and transmit are options
Full 10,000 rpm depends on bar diameter, bar guide and clamping

Best For

Large batches of small turned parts from bar up to 22 mm (0.86 in) Parts needing drilled or milled features on the back end Precision components where cycle time per part decides cost Plants with a 400 V supply and room for a bar loading magazine

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How many spindles does the MS22C have?

6 work spindles, each running to 10,000 rpm with 8.7 kW at 100% and 15 kW at 25% duty. On top of that it takes 1 or 2 synchronous spindles for back-end machining, each with a 22 mm clamping diameter.

02 What bar size does the MS22C take?

Up to 22 mm (0.86 in). The listed figures note that the 10,000 rpm limit depends on bar diameter, bar guide and part clamping, so check the achievable speed for your bar size and length.

03 What can be done on the back end of the part?

Each synchronous spindle has 3 backworking tools, of which up to 2 can be driven. The synchronous spindles run to 10,000 rpm, pivot through 132° (165°) and have 120 mm (4.7 in) of Z travel. Back-drilling slides are optional.

04 Which features are options on the MS22C?

Polygon turning, gear hobbing, tool monitoring, Y-axis and transmit function are listed as options. Teleservice, spindle stop and C-axis come as standard with the INDEX C200-SL control, which is based on Siemens 840D solution line.

05 What power and floor space does the MS22C need?

Connected load is 62 kW, 75 kVA and 105 A at 400 V, 50/60 Hz. The machine measures 3,330 x 1,830 x 2,854 mm in its maximum configuration without bar guide or loading magazine, and weighs approx. 5,700 kg (12,566 lb).