Yamazaki Mazak Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Mazak MTV

Est. $65,000 - $95,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · mazak.com Updated 2026-10-02

Key Specifications

X Travel

41.33 in (1,050 mm) to 120 in (3,048 mm)

Y Travel

20.08 in (510 mm) to 31.89 in (810 mm)

Z Travel

22.05 in (560 mm) to 29.53 in (750 mm)

Max Spindle

6,000 rpm

Spindle Taper

BT50

Tool Capacity

30 tools

How much does the Mazak MTV cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$65,000 - $95,000

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 MTV series is a set of five BT50 vertical machining centers for long and heavy workpieces, built with a column that moves back and forth and a table that travels horizontally. X travel runs from 41.33 in (1,050 mm) to 120 in (3,048 mm) and table load from 3,307 lb (1,500 kg) to 6,614 lb (3,000 kg).

One spindle serves the whole series, which simplifies the choice. Every model runs to 6,000 rpm and delivers 560 ft-lb (759 Nm) at 40% ED and 454 ft-lb (616 Nm) continuous, from a motor rated 18.5 kW (25 HP) at 40% ED and 15 kW (20 HP) continuous. That is a low-speed, high-torque combination: it favours large cutters, deep drilling and tough materials over small tools at high surface speed. Picking between the MTV-515/40, MTV-655/60, MTV-655/80, MTV-815/80 and MTV-815/120 is therefore a question of envelope and load, not of cutting capacity.

The envelope grows on all three axes. Y travel runs from 20.08 in (510 mm) to 31.89 in (810 mm) and Z from 22.05 in (560 mm) to 29.53 in (750 mm), and Mazak notes that the tables suit tall workpieces and long stock. Rapids are moderate: 945 ipm (24 m/min) to 1,024 ipm (26 m/min) in X and Y, and 709 ipm (18 m/min) to 787 ipm (20 m/min) in Z. Machine weight goes from 19,621 lb (8,900 kg) to 30,864 lb (14,000 kg) and height from 111.1 in (2,822 mm) to 123.74 in (3,143 mm).

Loading is part of the design. Because the column retreats, the table is open from above for an overhead crane, and the operator can get close to check tools and inserts. The magazine holds 30 tools of up to 44 lb (20 kg) each and Ø4.92 in (125 mm), or Ø10.24 in (260 mm) to Ø10.43 in (265 mm) with the adjacent pockets empty. The control is the touch-panel MAZATROL SmoothG with conversational programming.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Models in Series	5 models: MTV-515/40, MTV-655/60, MTV-655/80, MTV-815/80, MTV-815/120
Max Table Load	3,307 lb (1,500 kg) to 6,614 lb (3,000 kg)
Spindle Taper	BT50
Max Spindle Speed	6,000 rpm
Spindle Torque Intermittent	560 ft-lb (759 Nm) (40% ED)
Spindle Torque	454 ft-lb (616 Nm) continuous
Spindle Power Intermittent	18.5 kW (25 HP) (40% ED)
Spindle Motor Power	15 kW (20 HP) continuous
Tool Capacity	30 tools
Max Tool Diameter (full magazine)	Ø4.92 in (125 mm)
Max Tool Diameter (adjacent pockets empty)	Ø10.24 in (260 mm) to Ø10.43 in (265 mm)
Max Tool Length	15.74 in (400 mm) to 15.75 in (400 mm)
Max Tool Weight	44 lb (20 kg)
X-Axis Travel	41.33 in (1,050 mm) to 120 in (3,048 mm)
Y-Axis Travel	20.08 in (510 mm) to 31.89 in (810 mm)
Z-Axis Travel	22.05 in (560 mm) to 29.53 in (750 mm)
Rapid Traverse X	945 ipm (24 m/min) to 1,024 ipm (26 m/min)
Rapid Traverse Y	945 ipm (24 m/min) to 1,024 ipm (26 m/min)
Rapid Traverse Z	709 ipm (18 m/min) to 787 ipm (20 m/min)
Machine Height	111.1 in (2,822 mm) to 123.74 in (3,143 mm)
Machine Weight	19,621 lb (8,900 kg) to 30,864 lb (14,000 kg)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

BT50 spindle with 454 ft-lb (616 Nm) continuous and 560 ft-lb (759 Nm) at 40% ED on every model
X travel from 41.33 in (1,050 mm) up to 120 in (3,048 mm) across five models
Table load from 3,307 lb (1,500 kg) to 6,614 lb (3,000 kg)
Moving-column layout leaves the table open for crane loading from above
30-tool magazine accepts tools up to 44 lb (20 kg) and 15.75 in (400 mm) long
MAZATROL SmoothG touch-panel control with conversational programming

Limitations

Spindle speed stops at 6,000 rpm on all models, which limits small tools and high-speed work in aluminium
One spindle rating for the series: 15 kW (20 HP) continuous, with no higher-power choice in the table
Rapid traverse is 945 ipm (24 m/min) to 1,024 ipm (26 m/min) in X and Y and 709 ipm (18 m/min) to 787 ipm (20 m/min) in Z
The magazine is listed at 30 tools for every model, with no larger capacity shown
Machines stand 111.1 in (2,822 mm) to 123.74 in (3,143 mm) tall, so check headroom along with crane height

Best For

Long plates, beams and rails up to 120 in (3,048 mm) of X travel Heavy workpieces loaded by overhead crane, up to 6,614 lb (3,000 kg) Heavy milling and large-diameter drilling in steel with a BT50 spindle Difficult-to-machine materials at low speed and high torque Several fixtures set up along one long table

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How do the five MTV models differ?

In travel, table load, weight and height, not in the spindle. Across the MTV-515/40, MTV-655/60, MTV-655/80, MTV-815/80 and MTV-815/120, X travel runs from 41.33 in (1,050 mm) to 120 in (3,048 mm), Y from 20.08 in (510 mm) to 31.89 in (810 mm) and Z from 22.05 in (560 mm) to 29.53 in (750 mm). Table load runs from 3,307 lb (1,500 kg) to 6,614 lb (3,000 kg).

02 What spindle does the MTV series use?

A BT50 spindle at 6,000 rpm on all five models. Torque is 560 ft-lb (759 Nm) at 40% ED and 454 ft-lb (616 Nm) continuous. Power is 18.5 kW (25 HP) at 40% ED and 15 kW (20 HP) continuous. Mazak describes it as a high-torque spindle for heavy-duty cutting and difficult-to-machine materials.

03 How does an MTV compare with the FJV-250?

The two share a continuous power rating but are geared for opposite work. The FJV-250 is a BT40 machine at 12,000 rpm with 38.7 ft-lb (52 Nm) continuous from 15 kW (20 HP) continuous, 40.16 in (1,020 mm) of X and rapids of 2,047 ipm (52 m/min). An MTV puts the same 15 kW (20 HP) continuous through a BT50 spindle at 6,000 rpm for 454 ft-lb (616 Nm) continuous.

04 What size tools can the MTV magazine take?

The magazine holds 30 tools. A tool can be up to Ø4.92 in (125 mm) with every pocket full, and Ø10.24 in (260 mm) to Ø10.43 in (265 mm), depending on the model, when the adjacent pockets are empty. Maximum length is 15.75 in (400 mm) and maximum weight 44 lb (20 kg).

05 What should be checked before installing an MTV?

Weight and height first: 19,621 lb (8,900 kg) to 30,864 lb (14,000 kg) and 111.1 in (2,822 mm) to 123.74 in (3,143 mm). The column moves back and forth, so allow for its travel behind the machine, and plan crane access over the table since Mazak designed the machine to be loaded from the ceiling.