Yamazaki Mazak Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Mazak FJV-250

Est. $230,000 - $320,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · mazak.com Updated 2026-10-02

Key Specifications

X Travel

40.16 in (1,020 mm)

Y Travel

20.08 in (510 mm)

Z Travel

18.11 in (460 mm)

Max Spindle

12,000 rpm

Spindle Taper

BT40

Tool Capacity

30 tools

How much does the Mazak FJV-250 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$230,000 - $320,000

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

Overview

The Mazak FJV-250 is a double-column vertical machining center with a BT40 spindle: 40.16 in (1,020 mm) × 20.08 in (510 mm) × 18.11 in (460 mm) of travel over a 47.24 in (1,200 mm) × 21.65 in (550 mm) table, 12,000 rpm, and 2,047 ipm (52 m/min) rapids on all three axes.

The spindle is rated 22 kW (30 HP) (40% ED) and 15 kW (20 HP) continuous, with torque of 52.8 ft-lb (72 Nm) (40% ED) and 38.7 ft-lb (52 Nm) continuous. Those are modest torque figures for a machine that weighs 18,739 lb (8,500 kg). The spindle is set up for speed with small and medium cutters, and the mass of the frame is there for stability. For the FJV (CAT No.40) series Mazak lists a 12,000 rpm high-torque spindle as an option for rough machining of steel and cast iron, and 18,000 rpm and 25,000 rpm high-speed spindles as further options.

Z is the tight axis. Spindle end to table top ranges from 7.87 in (200 mm) to 25.98 in (660 mm) and the longest tool the magazine takes is 11.81 in (300 mm), so a long tool over a tall fixture needs checking against the 18.11 in (460 mm) of travel. The table carries 2,645 lb (1,200 kg), and fixtures that overhang it still have to clear the 54.33 in (1,380 mm) between the columns.

The magazine holds 30 tools up to Ø3.15 in (80 mm), or Ø4.92 in (125 mm) with adjacent pockets empty, at up to 17.64 lb (8 kg) each.

Mazak's description of the series lists ball screw core cooling, spindle temperature control, a symmetrical headstock with an integral spindle/motor and linear roller guides on all axes. The CNC can be selected from MAZATROL SmoothG and MAZATROL SmoothC, and Ai Thermal Shield is available with the SmoothG.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Table Size	47.24 in (1,200 mm) × 21.65 in (550 mm)
Table Distance Between Columns	54.33 in (1,380 mm)
Max Table Load	2,645 lb (1,200 kg)
Spindle Taper	BT40
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 rpm
Spindle Torque Intermittent	52.8 ft-lb (72 Nm) (40% ED)
Spindle Torque	38.7 ft-lb (52 Nm) continuous
Spindle Power Intermittent	22 kW (30 HP) (40% ED)
Spindle Motor Power	15 kW (20 HP) continuous
Tool Capacity	30 tools
Max Tool Diameter (full magazine)	Ø3.15 in (80 mm)
Max Tool Diameter (adjacent pockets empty)	Ø4.92 in (125 mm)
Max Tool Length	11.81 in (300 mm)
Max Tool Weight	17.64 lb (8 kg)
X-Axis Travel	40.16 in (1,020 mm)
Y-Axis Travel	20.08 in (510 mm)
Z-Axis Travel	18.11 in (460 mm)
Distance From Table Top Face to Spindle End	7.87 in (200 mm) to 25.98 in (660 mm)
Rapid Traverse X	2,047 ipm (52 m/min)
Rapid Traverse Y	2,047 ipm (52 m/min)
Rapid Traverse Z	2,047 ipm (52 m/min)
Floor Space Required	118.9 in (3,020 mm) × 102.91 in (2,614 mm) (W × L, MAZATROL SmoothG)
Machine Height	115.2 in (2,926 mm)
Machine Weight	18,739 lb (8,500 kg)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

2,047 ipm (52 m/min) rapid traverse on X, Y and Z
12,000 rpm BT40 spindle rated 22 kW (30 HP) (40% ED) and 15 kW (20 HP) continuous
Double-column frame with 54.33 in (1,380 mm) between the columns and a machine weight of 18,739 lb (8,500 kg)
Thermal measures Mazak lists for the series: ball screw core cooling, spindle temperature control and a symmetrical headstock
Spindle options listed for the series: 12,000 rpm high-torque, 18,000 rpm and 25,000 rpm high-speed
30-tool magazine taking tools up to 11.81 in (300 mm) long

Limitations

Z travel is 18.11 in (460 mm); the VC-Ez 20 offers 25 in (635 mm) with a similar X and the same 20.08 in (510 mm) of Y
Continuous torque is 38.7 ft-lb (52 Nm), so heavy roughing in steel is limited on the standard spindle; the high-torque spindle is an option
Tool weight is limited to 17.64 lb (8 kg) and diameter to Ø3.15 in (80 mm) with a full magazine
Table load of 2,645 lb (1,200 kg) is less than half the 5,512 lb (2,500 kg) of the FJV-35/60
Ai Thermal Shield is listed as available with the MAZATROL SmoothG, not with the SmoothC

Best For

Die and mold work with small-diameter end mills at 12,000 rpm Precision plates and components within 40.16 in (1,020 mm) × 20.08 in (510 mm) Aluminium and other nonferrous parts where 2,047 ipm (52 m/min) rapids shorten the cycle Long-running jobs where thermal stability matters more than spindle torque

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What are the travels and table size of the FJV-250?

Travels are 40.16 in (1,020 mm) in X, 20.08 in (510 mm) in Y and 18.11 in (460 mm) in Z. The table is 47.24 in (1,200 mm) × 21.65 in (550 mm) and carries up to 2,645 lb (1,200 kg). The distance between the columns is 54.33 in (1,380 mm).

02 How much power and torque does the FJV-250 spindle have?

The 12,000 rpm BT40 spindle is rated 15 kW (20 HP) continuous and 22 kW (30 HP) at 40% ED. Torque is 38.7 ft-lb (52 Nm) continuous and 52.8 ft-lb (72 Nm) at 40% ED. Plan sustained roughing around the continuous figures.

03 Which spindle options does Mazak list for the FJV (CAT No.40) series?

Four spindles are described for the series: the 12,000 rpm standard spindle, a 12,000 rpm high-torque spindle (option) for rough machining of steel and cast iron, an 18,000 rpm high-speed spindle (option) for aluminum and copper, and a 25,000 rpm high-speed spindle (option) for die machining with small diameter end mills. The FJV-250 table shows the 12,000 rpm BT40 spindle, so confirm option availability for this model with Mazak.

04 Which control does the FJV-250 use?

For the FJV (CAT No.40) series Mazak says the CNC system can be selected from MAZATROL SmoothG and MAZATROL SmoothC. The footprint in the FJV-250 table is given with the MAZATROL SmoothG. Ai Thermal Shield is listed as available with the SmoothG.

05 What size of tool fits the FJV-250 magazine?

The magazine holds 30 tools. A tool can be up to Ø3.15 in (80 mm) in diameter, or Ø4.92 in (125 mm) when the adjacent pockets are empty, up to 11.81 in (300 mm) long and up to 17.64 lb (8 kg).

06 How does the FJV-250 compare with the FJV-35/60?

The FJV-35/60 is the larger, CAT No.50 machine: 59.06 in (1,500 mm) × 31.5 in (800 mm) × 25.98 in (660 mm) of travel, a 10,000 rpm spindle with 30 kW (40 HP) continuous, a table load of 5,512 lb (2,500 kg) and a weight of 38,800 lb (17,599 kg). The FJV-250 moves faster, with 2,047 ipm (52 m/min) rapids against 1,575 ipm (40 m/min) on X and Y of the FJV-35/60.