Makino D2
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Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Tool Capacity
Table Size
How much does the Makino D2 cost?
Estimated price range
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 D2 is a large five-axis vertical machining center for big dies and molds, with travels of 2,200 mm (86.61 in) in X, 2,300 mm (90.56 in) in Y and 1,100 mm (43.3 in) in Z over a 1,600 mm x 1,200 mm (63 in x 47.24 in) table. It takes workpieces up to 2,100 mm Ø x 1,700 mm (82.67 in Ø x 66.92 in) and 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.). Makino's stated purpose for it is narrow: cutting cycle times and handwork on large, complex 3-D dies and molds.
Makino calls the D2 a seven-axis machine. Its spec table lists three rotary ranges besides X, Y and Z: an A axis of 165° (+30° to -135°), a B axis of 120° (+60° to -60°) and a C axis of 360°. The page does not say which of these axes are in the head and which in the table, and that matters for collision checking and for how a heavy die is presented, so confirm the kinematics with Makino before planning a process.
The spindle is a 15,000 rpm unit with an HSK-A100 interface. Makino describes the machine as built for high-speed finish machining of complex 3-D contours, and a large HSK interface at that speed suits long, stiff finishing tools reaching into deep cavities. Rapids are 58,000 mm/min (2,283 in/min) and the cutting feedrate 40,000 mm/min (1,575 in/min). Makino claims its SGI.5 servo control cuts machining cycle times on dies, cavities and cores by as much as 40 percent against most other control technologies; that is the maker's figure, not a measured one for any given job.
The tool side is listed with two values in several rows. Tool capacity is given as 60 (136), tool-to-tool time as 5.5 sec / 7.0 sec and maximum tool diameter as 102 mm / 300 mm (4.01 in / 11.81 in); the table does not say which condition each figure belongs to, so ask before relying on the larger ones. Tools can weigh up to 30 kg (66.1 lb).
Pallets of 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm and 1,250 mm x 1,000 mm are listed, and the control is the Makino Professional 6 with a touch-screen interface and PC-style editing functions.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pallet Size | 1,000 mm x 1,000 mm / 1,250 mm x 1,000 mm (39.6 in x 39.6 in & 49.2 in x 39.6 in) |
| Table Size | 1,600 mm x 1,200 mm (63 in x 47.24 in) |
| X-Axis Travel | 2,200 mm (86.61 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 2,300 mm (90.56 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) |
| A Axis Range | 165° (+30° to -135°) |
| B Axis Range | 120° (+60° to -60°) |
| C Axis Range | 360° |
| Max Spindle Speed | 15,000 rpm (HSK - A100) |
| Rapid Traverse Rate | 58,000 mm/min (2,283 in/min) |
| Cutting Feedrate | 40,000 mm/min (1,575 in/min) |
| Max Workpiece Size | 2,100 mm Ø x 1,700 mm (82.67 in Ø x 66.92 in) |
| Max Workpiece Weight | 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.) |
| Tool Capacity | 60 (136) |
| Tool to Tool Time | 5.5 sec / 7.0 sec |
| Max Tool Diameter (full magazine) | 102 mm / 300 mm (4.01 in / 11.81 in) |
| Max Tool Weight | 30 kg (66.1 lb) |
Specifications sourced from makino.com — verified 2026-10-02
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Very large envelope: 2,200 mm (86.61 in) X, 2,300 mm (90.56 in) Y and 1,100 mm (43.3 in) Z
- Workpieces up to 2,100 mm Ø x 1,700 mm (82.67 in Ø x 66.92 in) and 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.)
- 15,000 rpm spindle with an HSK-A100 interface for high-speed finishing with rigid tooling
- Rotary ranges of A 165°, B 120° (+60° to -60°) and C 360° listed alongside the linear axes
- SGI.5 servo control, which Makino says cuts die and mold cycle times by as much as 40 percent against most other controls
Limitations
- Tool-to-tool time is 5.5 sec / 7.0 sec
- Several rows give paired figures (60 (136) tools, 102 mm / 300 mm tool diameter) without saying which applies when
- Only one spindle, 15,000 rpm HSK-A100, is listed
- A 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.) part capacity implies foundation, crane and floor planning well before delivery
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Up to 2,100 mm Ø x 1,700 mm (82.67 in Ø x 66.92 in) and 10,000 kg (22,046 lb.). The table is 1,600 mm x 1,200 mm (63 in x 47.24 in), and travels are 2,200 mm (86.61 in) X, 2,300 mm (90.56 in) Y and 1,100 mm (43.3 in) Z.
02
Makino describes it as seven-axis. The spec table lists X, Y and Z plus three rotary axes: A 165° (+30° to -135°), B 120° (+60° to -60°) and C 360°. The page does not say which axes sit in the head and which in the table, so confirm the kinematics with Makino before programming.
03
A 15,000 rpm spindle with an HSK-A100 tool interface. No other spindle is listed, and the spec table gives no power or torque figure. Rapids are 58,000 mm/min (2,283 in/min) and the cutting feedrate 40,000 mm/min (1,575 in/min).
04
Tool capacity is listed as 60 (136), tool-to-tool time as 5.5 sec / 7.0 sec, and maximum tool diameter as 102 mm / 300 mm (4.01 in / 11.81 in). Which figure goes with which configuration is not stated. Maximum tool weight is 30 kg (66.1 lb).
