Kitamura Machinery 5-Axis Machining Centers

Kitamura Kitamura Mycenter-3XVT

$180,000 - $280,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

780 mm (30.7 in)

Y Travel

510 mm (20.1 in)

Z Travel

439 mm (17.3 in)

Max Spindle

15,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

NST No. 40

Tool Capacity

40-tool ATC

Overview

The Kitamura Mycenter-3XVT is a 5-axis vertical machining center that integrates a trunnion-style A/C rotary table into the proven Mycenter 3X platform. This gives shops already familiar with Kitamura's mid-size VMC lineup a path to full 5-axis simultaneous machining without changing platforms or controls. The 780 x 510 x 439 mm (30.7 x 20.1 x 17.3 in) X/Y/Z travel envelope combined with a 220 mm (8.7 in) diameter rotary table and full-size 300 x 500 mm (11.8 x 19.7 in) fixed table provides flexibility for both 5-axis trunnion work and standard 3-axis fixturing.

The Mycenter-3XVT runs a 15,000 RPM dual-contact spindle with NST No. 40 taper producing 41 HP -- substantially more power than the standard Mycenter 3XiG. The A-axis provides 160 degrees of tilt (-120 to +40 degrees), a wider range than the Mytrunnion series' 150-degree envelope, while the C-axis delivers full 360-degree continuous rotation. Rapid traverse at 48 m/min (1,890 ipm) on all three linear axes is competitive with modern VMCs.

Kitamura's hand-scraping process applies to the Mycenter-3XVT's linear guideways and rotary axis mating surfaces, ensuring the geometric accuracy that defines the Kitamura brand. The Arumatik-Mi Pro CNC control -- the advanced version with enhanced 5-axis interpolation capabilities -- handles RTCP compensation and 5-axis simultaneous contouring natively. The 40-tool ATC provides adequate capacity for most 5-axis programs.

At $180,000-$280,000 new, the Mycenter-3XVT offers Kitamura's precision advantage at a more accessible price point than dedicated 5-axis platforms. It competes with the Haas UMC-750, DMG Mori CMX 50 U, and Okuma MU-4000V while offering superior hand-scraped accuracy and the 41 HP spindle power that smaller trunnion machines lack.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	780 mm (30.7 in)
Y-Axis Travel	510 mm (20.1 in)
Z-Axis Travel	439 mm (17.3 in)
Rotary Table Diameter	220 mm (8.7 in)
Fixed Table Size	300 x 500 mm (11.8 x 19.7 in)
Max Spindle Speed	15,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	NST No. 40
Spindle Motor Power	41 HP
Tool Capacity	40-tool ATC
Rapid Traverse Rate	48 m/min (1,890 ipm) all axes
A Axis Range	-120 to +40 degrees
C Axis Range	0 to 360 degrees (continuous)
Power Supply	30 KVA, 200V AC, 3-phase
CNC Control	Kitamura Arumatik-Mi Pro

Specifications sourced from kitamura-machinery.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

41 HP dual-contact spindle provides substantially more cutting power than competing compact 5-axis machines in this price range
160-degree A-axis tilt range (-120 to +40 degrees) provides wider access than most trunnion 5-axis machines
Hand-scraped mating surfaces deliver Kitamura's signature geometric accuracy and long-term precision retention
Dual table layout with 220 mm rotary and 300 x 500 mm fixed table provides flexibility for both 5-axis and 3-axis work
780 mm X-travel provides a larger work envelope than most compact 5-axis machines in this class
Arumatik-Mi Pro control with advanced 5-axis interpolation and RTCP handles complex contouring programs natively

Limitations

220 mm rotary table limits 5-axis workpiece diameter -- larger parts require the Mytrunnion-5G or 7G
439 mm Z-travel is shallower than some competitors, limiting deep-cavity 5-axis operations
Arumatik-Mi Pro control is less common than Fanuc or Siemens, requiring operator retraining in most shops
Kitamura's 5-axis application support and post-processor availability is less mature than DMG Mori or Okuma

Best For

Job shops adding 5-axis capability to an existing Kitamura Mycenter fleet without changing platforms or controls Aerospace suppliers machining small to medium brackets, fittings, and connectors requiring 5-axis access with high spindle power Medical device manufacturers producing implants and instruments where hand-scraped precision and 5-axis access are both needed Mold shops needing 5-axis capability for undercut features and complex cavity angles on medium-sized tooling Shops seeking a versatile machine that can switch between 5-axis trunnion work and standard 3-axis production

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the Mycenter-3XVT differ from the Mytrunnion-5G?

The 3XVT integrates a small 220 mm trunnion into a full-size VMC platform with 780 mm X-travel and a 41 HP spindle. The Mytrunnion-5G is a purpose-built 5-axis machine with a 630 mm trunnion table and 20,000 RPM spindle optimized for pure 5-axis work. Choose the 3XVT for versatile 3/5-axis mixed use; choose the 5G for dedicated high-precision 5-axis production.

02 What does a Kitamura Mycenter-3XVT cost?

New Mycenter-3XVT machines typically price between $180,000 and $280,000 depending on options. This is significantly more accessible than dedicated 5-axis platforms from Kitamura's Mytrunnion or Supercell lines.

03 Can the 3XVT use standard 3-axis fixturing?

Yes, the 300 x 500 mm fixed table area allows standard 3-axis fixturing alongside the 220 mm rotary trunnion. This makes the machine genuinely versatile -- it can run both 3-axis and 5-axis jobs without hardware changes.

04 What CAM software supports the Mycenter-3XVT?

The Arumatik-Mi Pro control accepts standard G-code with RTCP for 5-axis simultaneous contouring. Mastercam, Hypermill, NX, CATIA, and PowerMill all support post-processing for this control. Kitamura provides post-processor templates for major CAM platforms.