Kitamura Machinery Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG

Est. $80,000 - $110,000 Possible older model Updated 2026-10-03

This model was not found in Kitamura Machinery's current lineup when we checked on 2026-09-24 (lineup page). It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Key Specifications

X Travel

760 mm (29.9 in)

Y Travel

455 mm (17.9 in)

Z Travel

460 mm (18.1 in)

Max Spindle

15,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact)

Tool Capacity

30-tool side-mount ATC

How much does the Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$80,000 - $110,000

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

Overview

The Kitamura Mycenter 3XiG is a geared-head vertical machining center: the listed figures give a two-speed geared spindle with 182 Nm (134 ft-lbf) of maximum torque, 13.4 kW (18 hp) and a top speed of 15,000 RPM. It is not part of Kitamura's current lineup, so it is a used-machine purchase today.

Torque is what the gearbox buys. A direct-drive spindle of 13.4 kW (18 hp) would produce far less than 182 Nm (134 ft-lbf) at low speed, and that low-speed torque is what turns large drills, taps and face mills in steel. The second gear range then lets the same spindle run up to 15,000 RPM for finishing. The taper is listed as CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact).

Travels are 760 mm (29.9 in) in X, 455 mm (17.9 in) in Y and 460 mm (18.1 in) in Z. The table is 900 x 410 mm (35.4 x 16.1 in), which is longer than the X travel and narrower than the Y travel, so the spindle can pass both the front and back edges while the two ends of the table stay outside the cutting zone. A 30-tool side-mount ATC with a listed chip-to-chip time of 3.0 sec handles tooling.

The machine weighs 5,689 kg (12,540 lb) and is listed with the Kitamura Arumatik-Mi control. No rapid traverse or accuracy figures are listed. The current Mycenter-3XV has the same 760 mm (29.9 in) of X with 510 mm (20.1 in) of Y and Z and a 41 HP spindle at 50 - 15,000 rpm.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	760 mm (29.9 in)
Y-Axis Travel	455 mm (17.9 in)
Z-Axis Travel	460 mm (18.1 in)
Max Spindle Speed	15,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact)
Spindle Motor Power	13.4 kW (18 hp)
Spindle Torque Max	182 Nm (134 ft-lbf)
Spindle Drive	2-Speed Geared Head
Tool Capacity	30-tool side-mount ATC
Tool Change (chip-to-chip)	3.0 sec
Table Size	900 x 410 mm (35.4 x 16.1 in)
Machine Weight	5,689 kg (12,540 lb)
CNC Control	Kitamura Arumatik-Mi

Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

182 Nm (134 ft-lbf) of listed spindle torque from a two-speed geared head
15,000 RPM top speed alongside the low-range torque
30-tool side-mount ATC with a listed 3.0 sec chip-to-chip time
900 x 410 mm (35.4 x 16.1 in) table with 760 mm (29.9 in) of X travel
CAT 40 / Big Plus (Dual Contact) taper and Kitamura Arumatik-Mi control

Limitations

Spindle power of 13.4 kW (18 hp) is modest; the current Mycenter-3XV lists 41 HP
X travel of 760 mm (29.9 in) leaves part of the 900 mm (35.4 in) table length unreachable
No rapid traverse or accuracy figures are listed
Not in Kitamura's current lineup, so the listed figures should be confirmed on the machine

Best For

Drilling, tapping and face milling in steel at low spindle speeds Parts up to 760 mm (29.9 in) long on a 900 mm (35.4 in) table Mixed roughing and finishing with one geared spindle up to 15,000 RPM

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How much torque does the Mycenter 3XiG spindle produce?

The listed maximum is 182 Nm (134 ft-lbf), from a two-speed geared head rated 13.4 kW (18 hp) with a top speed of 15,000 RPM. The gear ranges are why the torque figure is high for the power: low gear for heavy cuts, high gear for speed.

02 What are the travels and table size of the Mycenter 3XiG?

Listed travels are 760 mm (29.9 in) in X, 455 mm (17.9 in) in Y and 460 mm (18.1 in) in Z. The table is 900 x 410 mm (35.4 x 16.1 in). No table load is listed.

03 Is the Mycenter 3XiG still sold by Kitamura?

It is not in Kitamura's current lineup. The nearest current model by X travel is the Mycenter-3XV, with 760 mm (29.9 in) of X, 510 mm (20.1 in) of Y and Z, and a 41 HP spindle running 50 - 15,000 rpm.

04 What should I check on a used Mycenter 3XiG?

Run the spindle through both gear ranges and listen for gearbox noise and rough shifting. Cycle the 30-tool side-mount ATC against its listed 3.0 sec chip-to-chip time. Rapid rates and accuracy are not in the listed figures, so ask for the original specification sheet and a recent ballbar or laser report.