Makino MAG.A6

Est. $1,000,000 - $1,500,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · makino.com Updated 2026-10-02

Key Specifications

X Travel

6,200 mm (244.1 in)

Y Travel

2,200 mm (86.6 in)

Z Travel

650 mm (25.6 in)

Max Spindle

33,000 rpm

Tool Capacity

120

Rapid Traverse

65,000 mm/min (X, Y, Z)

How much does the Makino MAG.A6 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$1,000,000 - $1,500,000

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 MAG.A6 is the shortest machine of the MAG A Series, a horizontal 5-axis line built for aerospace machining. It moves 6,200 mm (244.1 in) in X, 2,200 mm (86.6 in) in Y and 650 mm (25.6 in) in Z over a 6,000 x 2,000 mm (236.0 in x 78.7 in) pallet, and Makino quotes its spindle as a 33,000 rpm – 130kW design.

The A6 fills the gap between the 4,000 mm X of the MAG4 and the 8,200 mm (322.8 in) of the MAG.A8. Compared with the MAG4 it keeps the same 2,200 mm Y but gives up Z: 650 mm against 800 mm (31.5 in). The series is laid out for long, shallow structure, and the listed maximum workpiece of 6,000 mm X 2,200 mm x 500 mm (with limitations) makes that plain. Part weight is limited to 5,000 kg (11,000 lb).

All three linear axes rapid and cut at 65,000 mm/min (X, Y, Z), so the cutting feed is not held below the rapid rate as it is on the MAG3.EX. The A axis covers 220° (-110° ~ +110°) and the C axis 360°. Makino describes a compact spindle with a short pivot point, giving five-face access so operations can be combined into fewer setups.

The magazine holds 120 tools. Tool-to-tool time is 13 sec and chip-to-chip 20 sec, and tools are limited to 305 mm (12.0 in) long on HSK, 100 mm (3.9 in) across and 8 kg (17.6 lb). Like the rest of the series, the MAG.A6 can be integrated with an automatic pallet transfer and storage system in Makino's MMC system for extended unattended operation.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Pallet Size	6,000 x 2,000 mm (236.0 in x 78.7 in)
X-Axis Travel	6,200 mm (244.1 in)
Y-Axis Travel	2,200 mm (86.6 in)
Z-Axis Travel	650 mm (25.6 in)
A Axis Range	220° (-110° ~ +110°)
C Axis Range	360°
Max Spindle Speed	33,000 rpm
Rapid Traverse Rate	65,000 mm/min (X, Y, Z)
Cutting Feedrate	65,000 mm/min (X, Y, Z)
Max Workpiece Size	6,000 mm X 2,200 mm x 500 mm (with limitations) (236 in X 86.6 in x 19.7 in (with limitations))
Max Workpiece Weight	5,000 kg (11,000 lb)
Tool Capacity	120
Tool to Tool Time	13 sec
Chip to Chip Time	20 sec
Max Tool Length HSK	305 mm (12.0 in)
Max Tool Diameter (full magazine)	100 mm (3.9 in)
Max Tool Weight	8 kg (17.6 lb)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

6,200 mm (244.1 in) of X on a 6,000 x 2,000 mm (236.0 in x 78.7 in) pallet
Rapid traverse and cutting feed both 65,000 mm/min on X, Y and Z
33,000 rpm spindle that Makino quotes as a 130kW design
220° (-110° ~ +110°) A axis and 360° C axis behind a short pivot point
Parts up to 5,000 kg (11,000 lb)

Limitations

Z travel is 650 mm (25.6 in) and the workpiece height limit is 500 mm (19.7 in)
The listed maximum workpiece size carries the note 'with limitations', so check the part against the interference envelope
Chip-to-chip time is 20 sec on a 120-tool magazine with no larger option listed
HSK tools are limited to 305 mm (12.0 in) long and 100 mm (3.9 in) across

Best For

Aerospace structural parts up to 6,000 mm (236 in) long Shallow, wide parts up to 500 mm (19.7 in) high High-feed aluminium milling at 33,000 rpm MMC pallet cells for unattended production

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the MAG.A6 compare with the MAG.A8?

They share Y and Z, 2,200 mm (86.6 in) and 650 mm (25.6 in), as well as the 33,000 rpm spindle, 65,000 mm/min rapids and 120 tools. The difference is length: the MAG.A6 has 6,200 mm (244.1 in) of X on a 6,000 x 2,000 mm pallet, the MAG.A8 has 8,200 mm (322.8 in) of X on an 8,000 x 2,000 mm (315.0 in x 78.7 in) pallet.

02 What is the largest part the MAG.A6 takes?

6,000 mm X 2,200 mm x 500 mm (with limitations), which is 236 in X 86.6 in x 19.7 in, at up to 5,000 kg (11,000 lb). The 'with limitations' note means the full envelope is not available for every part shape, so check clearances for tall features.

03 Why choose the MAG.A6 over the MAG4?

For length. The MAG.A6 has 6,200 mm (244.1 in) of X against 4,000 mm (157.5 in) on the MAG4, with the same 2,200 mm (86.6 in) Y. The MAG4 has the deeper Z, 800 mm (31.5 in) against 650 mm (25.6 in).

04 What are the tool limits on the MAG.A6?

120 tools, each up to 305 mm (12.0 in) long with an HSK shank, 100 mm (3.9 in) in diameter and 8 kg (17.6 lb). Tool-to-tool time is 13 sec and chip-to-chip 20 sec.