Leadwell Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Leadwell V-40i

Est. $45,000 - $65,000 Updated 2026-10-03

Key Specifications

X Travel

800 mm (31.5 in)

Y Travel

450 mm (17.7 in)

Z Travel

500 mm (19.7 in)

Max Spindle

8,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

BT40

Tool Capacity

24-station umbrella ATC

How much does the Leadwell V-40i cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$45,000 - $65,000

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

Overview

The Leadwell V-40i is a box-way vertical machining center with travels of 800 x 450 x 500 mm (31.5 x 17.7 x 19.7 in), an 8,000 RPM BT40 spindle and a 24-station umbrella tool changer. None of the listed figures has been checked against a Leadwell page, so they are unverified.

Every row leans toward rigidity over speed. The guideway system is box-way, hardened and ground on all axes, which damps heavy cuts and holds the rapids down to 18 m/min (709 ipm) in X and Y and 15 m/min (591 ipm) in Z. The spindle is rated 15 kW (20 hp) and 143 Nm (105 ft-lb) at up to 8,000 RPM. That is a combination for steel and cast iron with mid-sized cutters, and it limits small-tool work in aluminium.

The umbrella changer is the slow part of the machine. Tool-to-tool time is 5.0 sec and chip-to-chip is 7.0 sec, so a part with many tool changes spends a visible share of its cycle waiting. Tools can be up to 75 mm (2.95 in) in diameter, 250 mm (9.8 in) long and 7 kg (15.4 lb).

The table is 900 x 450 mm (35.4 x 17.7 in) with 5 slots, 14 mm wide, and carries 700 kg (1,543 lb). Positioning accuracy is ±0.005 mm (±0.0002 in) and repeatability ±0.003 mm (±0.00012 in). Electrical supply is 220/440 VAC 3-phase at 45 A, the coolant tank holds 180 L (48 gal), the control is a Fanuc 0i-MF and the machine weighs 5,200 kg (11,464 lb).

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	800 mm (31.5 in)
Y-Axis Travel	450 mm (17.7 in)
Z-Axis Travel	500 mm (19.7 in)
Table Size	900 x 450 mm (35.4 x 17.7 in)
T-Slots	5 slots, 14 mm wide
Max Table Load	700 kg (1,543 lb)
Max Spindle Speed	8,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	BT40
Spindle Motor Power	15 kW (20 hp)
Spindle Torque	143 Nm (105 ft-lb)
Tool Capacity	24-station umbrella ATC
Tool Change (tool-to-tool)	5.0 sec
Tool Change (chip-to-chip)	7.0 sec
Max Tool Diameter (full magazine)	75 mm (2.95 in)
Max Tool Length	250 mm (9.8 in)
Max Tool Weight	7 kg (15.4 lb)
Rapid Traverse Rate	18 m/min (709 ipm) X/Y; 15 m/min (591 ipm) Z
Positioning Accuracy	±0.005 mm (±0.0002 in)
Repeatability	±0.003 mm (±0.00012 in)
Guideway System	Box-way (hardened and ground all axes)
Machine Weight	5,200 kg (11,464 lb)
CNC Control	Fanuc 0i-MF
Coolant Capacity	180 L (48 gal)
Electrical	220/440 VAC 3-phase, 45 A

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

Box-way guideways, hardened and ground on all axes
Spindle torque of 143 Nm (105 ft-lb) with 15 kW (20 hp)
Positioning accuracy of ±0.005 mm (±0.0002 in) and repeatability of ±0.003 mm (±0.00012 in)
900 x 450 mm (35.4 x 17.7 in) table rated for 700 kg (1,543 lb)
24-station umbrella ATC taking tools up to 75 mm (2.95 in) in diameter and 250 mm (9.8 in) long

Limitations

Tool change takes 5.0 sec tool-to-tool and 7.0 sec chip-to-chip
Spindle speed is limited to 8,000 RPM
Rapid traverse is 18 m/min (709 ipm) in X and Y and 15 m/min (591 ipm) in Z
Tool weight is limited to 7 kg (15.4 lb)

Best For

Steel and cast iron parts that benefit from box-way damping Roughing with mid-sized cutters at 143 Nm (105 ft-lb) Workpieces and fixtures up to 700 kg (1,543 lb) on a 900 x 450 mm (35.4 x 17.7 in) table Short-run work where 7.0 sec chip-to-chip is acceptable

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What are the travels and table size of the V-40i?

Travels are 800 mm (31.5 in) in X, 450 mm (17.7 in) in Y and 500 mm (19.7 in) in Z. The table is 900 x 450 mm (35.4 x 17.7 in) with 5 slots, 14 mm wide, and a maximum load of 700 kg (1,543 lb). The figures are listed but unverified.

02 How quick is the tool changer on the V-40i?

It is a 24-station umbrella ATC with 5.0 sec tool-to-tool and 7.0 sec chip-to-chip. Maximum tool size is 75 mm (2.95 in) in diameter and 250 mm (9.8 in) in length, with a weight limit of 7 kg (15.4 lb). Parts with many tool changes will show that time in the cycle.

03 Is the V-40i suited to heavy cutting?

The figures point that way within its size. Guideways are box-way, hardened and ground on all axes, and the BT40 spindle is rated 15 kW (20 hp) and 143 Nm (105 ft-lb), with a top speed of 8,000 RPM. Rapids are modest at 18 m/min (709 ipm) in X and Y and 15 m/min (591 ipm) in Z.

04 What power and coolant capacity does the V-40i need?

The electrical row gives 220/440 VAC 3-phase at 45 A. Coolant capacity is 180 L (48 gal). The machine weighs 5,200 kg (11,464 lb). Compressed air requirements are not listed, so take them from the installation manual.

05 How does the V-40i differ from the V-30iT?

The V-30iT is listed with 10,000 RPM, an 800 x 430 mm (31.5 x 16.9 in) table and a 500 kg (1,102 lb) load. The V-40i is slower at 8,000 RPM, but its table is 900 x 450 mm (35.4 x 17.7 in) and it takes 700 kg (1,543 lb).