Makino a800Z

Est. $900,000 - $1,400,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · makino.com Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

X Travel

1,280 mm (50.4 in)

Y Travel

1,200 mm (47.2 in)

Z Travel

1,120 mm - 1,325 mm (44.1 in - 52.2 in)

Max Spindle

10,000 rpm (standard) / 8,000 (optional)

Tool Capacity

60 (standard)

Rapid Traverse

60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm)

How much does the Makino a800Z cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$900,000 - $1,400,000

Our best estimate for a 5-axis machining center in this class — not a quote from Makino. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Makino a800Z is a five-axis horizontal machining center for heavy work on a 630 mm (24.8 in) pallet, with 1,280 mm (50.4 in) of X, 1,200 mm (47.2 in) of Y and a Z stroke of 1,120 mm - 1,325 mm (44.1 in - 52.2 in) depending on rotary position. Makino describes it as its nx-series four-axis horizontal platform with a factory-built, fully integrated Z-type fifth axis added, so that complex parts need fewer setups.

The envelope is the reason to buy it over a smaller Z-type machine. It accepts parts up to Ø 1000 mm x 800 mm High (Ø 39.4 in x 31.5 in High) and 1000 kg (2,200 lb). Both rotary axes are direct drive, with unlimited 360° movement on B and 180° on the slant-style C unit, and B has a rotation rapid rate of 18,000 degrees per minute. Linear rapids are 60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm) and the cutting feedrate is 50,000 mm/min (1,968 ipm).

It is built around torque rather than speed. The standard spindle runs to 10,000 rpm and Makino rates it at 73.8 HP (55 kW) peak power and 532 ft-lbs (721 N-m) peak torque. The optional spindle goes the other way, an 8,000 rpm high-torque unit for tool materials and hard metals. Nothing faster than 10,000 rpm is listed, so small-tool finishing at high speed is not what this machine is for.

The tool magazine is the main limit. A 60-tool ring is standard and is the only size listed; Makino says larger magazines are planned. Tool-to-tool time is 1.8 - 1.9 sec, and tools may be up to Ø 356 mm (Ø 14.0 in) and 30 kg (66 lb). Closed-loop temperature control on all axes and a two-pallet automatic pallet changer are standard.

The Makino a900Z uses the same layout on a larger 800 mm (31.5 in) pallet with 1,400 mm (55.1 in) of X and offers a 185-tool magazine. The Makino a630iT shares the 630 mm pallet size, listed as 630 mm (25 in), in a B over A trunnion with 136 tools standard.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Pallet Size	630 mm (24.8 in)
X-Axis Travel	1,280 mm (50.4 in)
Y-Axis Travel	1,200 mm (47.2 in)
Z-Axis Travel	1,120 mm - 1,325 mm (44.1 in - 52.2 in)
B Axis Range	360° (unlimited) – Direct Drive
C Axis Range	180° - Direct Drive
Max Spindle Speed	10,000 rpm (standard) / 8,000 (optional)
Rapid Traverse Rate	60,000 mm/min (2,362 ipm)
Cutting Feedrate	50,000 mm/min (1,968 ipm)
Max Workpiece Size	Ø 1000 mm x 800 mm High
Max Workpiece Weight	1000 kg (2,200 lb)
Tool Capacity	60 (standard)
Tool to Tool Time	1.8 - 1.9 sec
Max Tool Diameter (full magazine)	Ø 356 mm (Ø 14.0 in)
Max Tool Weight	30 kg (66 lb)

Specifications sourced from makino.com — verified 2026-10-02

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Large envelope: 1,280 mm (50.4 in) X, 1,200 mm (47.2 in) Y and up to 1,325 mm (52.2 in) Z
Standard 10,000 rpm spindle rated 73.8 HP (55 kW) peak power and 532 ft-lbs (721 N-m) peak torque
Optional 8,000 rpm high-torque spindle for tool materials and hard metals
Carries parts up to Ø 1000 mm x 800 mm High (Ø 39.4 in x 31.5 in High) and 1000 kg (2,200 lb)
Accepts tools up to Ø 356 mm (Ø 14.0 in) and 30 kg (66 lb)

Limitations

Only the 60-tool magazine is listed; larger magazines are described as planned, not available
No spindle faster than 10,000 rpm is listed, which limits small-diameter high-speed work
Tool-to-tool time of 1.8 - 1.9 sec adds up on short-cycle parts that use many tools
The spec table does not state a spindle taper

Best For

Large five-axis parts up to Ø 1000 mm and 1000 kg Heavy roughing with 532 ft-lbs (721 N-m) of peak spindle torque Tool materials and hard metals with the optional 8,000 rpm spindle Large face mills and boring tools up to Ø 356 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What are the travels and work envelope of the a800Z?

X is 1,280 mm (50.4 in) and Y 1,200 mm (47.2 in). Z runs 1,120 mm - 1,325 mm (44.1 in - 52.2 in) depending on rotary axis position. The pallet is 630 mm (24.8 in), and workpieces can be up to Ø 1000 mm x 800 mm High (Ø 39.4 in x 31.5 in High) and 1000 kg (2,200 lb).

02 What spindle does the a800Z have?

The standard spindle runs to 10,000 rpm with 73.8 HP (55 kW) peak power and 532 ft-lbs (721 N-m) peak torque. The option is an 8,000 rpm high-torque spindle for tool materials and hard metals. No higher-speed spindle is listed for this model.

03 How many tools does the a800Z hold?

60, in a ring-type magazine. That is the only capacity listed; Makino states that larger magazines are planned for future introduction. Tool-to-tool time is 1.8 - 1.9 sec, and tools can be up to Ø 356 mm (Ø 14.0 in) in diameter and 30 kg (66 lb).

04 Should I choose the a800Z or the a900Z?

The a900Z is the larger machine, with an 800 mm (31.5 in) pallet, 1,400 mm (55.1 in) of X and an optional 185-tool magazine; it also lists a 15,000 rpm spindle option. The a800Z has the 630 mm (24.8 in) pallet and 1,280 mm (50.4 in) of X. Both have 1,200 mm (47.2 in) of Y.