Makino PS65

$150,000 - $235,000 Updated 2026-03-13

Key Specifications

X Travel

660 mm (26.0 in)

Y Travel

510 mm (20.0 in)

Z Travel

460 mm (18.1 in)

Max Spindle

14,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CAT40 (HSK-A63 opt)

Tool Capacity

30 tools (60 opt)

Overview

The Makino PS65 is a compact, production-grade vertical machining center designed to deliver Makino-level spindle technology and thermal stability in a footprint and price point accessible to job shops, contract manufacturers, and medical device producers. As the smaller partner to the PS105 in Makino's PS-Series, the PS65 strikes a balance between capability and shop floor efficiency.

Axis travel covers 660 x 510 x 460 mm (26.0 x 20.0 x 18.1 in) on X/Y/Z, with a 920 x 510 mm (36.2 x 20.0 in) T-slot table supporting up to 600 kg (1,322 lb). The standard 14,000 RPM CAT40 spindle (HSK-A63 optional) uses the same two-range design and 85 mm bearing platform as the PS105, providing exceptional rigidity for heavy roughing in steels and titanium while supporting high-speed finishing in aluminum. Core-cooled ballscrews with thermally-controlled lubrication maintain dimensional accuracy across extended production runs.

Rapid traverse reaches 48,000 mm/min on the X-axis and 36,000 mm/min on Y/Z, keeping non-cutting time low in high-mix production. The standard 30-tool ATC (expandable to 60) features a dual-speed tool change system. Standard equipment includes 435 PSI through-spindle coolant with cyclonic filtration, nozzle coolant, overhead shower coolant, work area coolant flush, chip augers, and a rear scraper drum-type lift-up chip conveyor. The Makino Pro P control with touchscreen interface manages tool life monitoring, spindle load monitoring, and 48 work coordinate systems. The PS65 competes against the Haas VF-2, DMG Mori CMX 800 V, and Okuma GENOS M460-VE, offering superior thermal management and spindle construction at a premium price.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	660 mm (26.0 in)
Y-Axis Travel	510 mm (20.0 in)
Z-Axis Travel	460 mm (18.1 in)
Max Spindle Speed	14,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	CAT40 (HSK-A63 opt)
Table Size	920 x 510 mm (36.2 x 20.0 in)
Table Load Capacity	600 kg (1,322 lb)
Rapid Traverse X	48,000 mm/min (1,890 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Yz	36,000 mm/min (1,417 ipm)
Cutting Feedrate	1,181 ipm
Tool Capacity	30 tools (60 opt)
Max Tool Weight	8 kg (17.6 lb)
Through Spindle Coolant	435 PSI (30 bar)
CNC Control	Makino Professional P
Spindle Bearing Diameter	85 mm (3.35 in)
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Metric	English
Spindle Rpm	14,000 rpm
Rapid Traverse Rate	X-axis - 1,890 ipm, Y / Z Axes - 1,417 ipm
Maximum Payload	1,323 lbs
Maximum Tool Weight	17.6 lbs
Rib Head Available	Yes
Optional Atc Capacity	Yes
Makinooptionalatccapacity	Yes

Specifications sourced from makino.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Two-range 14,000 RPM spindle with 85 mm bearings provides exceptional rigidity matched by very few competitors in the compact VMC class
Core-cooled ballscrews and thermally-controlled lubrication deliver sustained accuracy that cheaper VMCs cannot match over multi-shift production
Standard 435 PSI through-spindle coolant with cyclonic filtration eliminates the need for costly add-on packages common on competing machines
Comprehensive standard chip management including augers, flush coolant, overhead shower, and scraper drum conveyor keeps the work zone clean in production
Dual-speed ATC accelerates tool changes for lighter tools, reducing cycle times in high-mix environments with frequent tool swaps
Compact footprint makes efficient use of shop floor space while delivering production-grade capability

Limitations

660 mm X-travel is modest compared to the PS105's 1,050 mm and many competing VMCs offering 762 mm or more
Premium pricing at $150K-$235K is roughly double the cost of a Haas VF-2 with similar axis travels
14,000 RPM maximum spindle speed is lower than 15,000-20,000 RPM offerings from competitors in this size class
No 5-axis capability limits the PS65 to 3-axis work; shops needing multi-axis contouring must look elsewhere in Makino's lineup

Best For

Medical device manufacturers producing surgical instruments, implant components, and orthopedic hardware in titanium and stainless steel Job shops running mixed-material production where spindle rigidity and thermal stability directly impact part quality and scrap rates Aerospace subcontractors machining small to mid-size structural components in aluminum, titanium, and Inconel with tight tolerances Production environments requiring reliable multi-shift operation with minimal dimensional drift across temperature changes Shops upgrading from entry-level VMCs that need proven Makino spindle technology without the larger footprint of the PS105

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Makino PS65 cost?

A new Makino PS65 typically costs between $150,000 and $235,000 depending on configuration. The base machine with 14K RPM CAT40 spindle and 30-tool ATC starts around $150,000. Adding the HSK-A63 spindle option, 60-tool magazine, Renishaw probing, and fourth-axis prep pushes the price to $200,000-$235,000. Used PS65 machines from 2018-2023 typically sell for $85,000-$130,000 depending on hours and condition.

02 How does the PS65 compare to the Haas VF-2?

The PS65 and VF-2 have similar work envelopes (660x510x460 vs 762x406x508 mm), but the PS65 costs roughly twice as much. The PS65 justifies its premium with a stiffer spindle (85 mm bearings, two-range design), core-cooled ballscrews for thermal stability, standard 435 PSI through-spindle coolant, faster rapids (48,000 vs 25,400 mm/min), and more comprehensive chip management. Shops running high-value parts where scrap costs are significant often find the PS65's consistency pays for itself.

03 Should I buy the PS65 or PS105?

Choose the PS65 if your parts fit within 660 mm X-travel and you want to minimize footprint and cost. Choose the PS105 if you need the extra 390 mm of X-travel (1,050 mm total) for larger parts or wider multi-vise setups. Both machines share the same spindle, control, and construction quality. The PS105 adds roughly $30,000-$50,000 to the price. If your part mix includes anything approaching 700 mm in the X dimension, the PS105 provides valuable headroom.

04 What materials can the PS65 handle effectively?

The PS65 handles a broad range of materials including aluminum alloys (2024, 6061, 7075), stainless steels (303, 304, 316, 17-4PH), tool steels (P20, H13, S7), titanium alloys (Ti-6Al-4V), Inconel, cobalt-chrome, and engineering plastics. The two-range spindle provides high torque at lower RPMs for tough materials and high speed for aluminum. The standard 435 PSI through-spindle coolant is particularly valuable for deep-hole work in stainless and titanium.