Yamazaki Mazak Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)

Mazak NEXUS 510C-II

Est. $95,000 – $160,000 Possible older model Updated 2026-10-02

This model was not found in Yamazaki Mazak's current lineup when we checked on 2026-09-24 (lineup page). It may be a superseded or older model; the specifications below are as we last recorded them.

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM (15,000 RPM optional)

Spindle Taper

CAT 40 (BT 40 optional)

Tool Capacity

30 tools standard (60 optional)

Table Size

1,150 x 510 mm (45.3 x 20.1 in)

Spindle Power

18.5 kW (25 hp) at 25% ED; 11 kW (15 hp) continuous

x axis travel

1,020 mm (40.2 in)

How much does the Mazak NEXUS 510C-II cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$95,000 – $160,000

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 NEXUS 510C-II is a 40-taper vertical machining center with listed travels of 1,020 × 510 × 510 mm (40.2 × 20.1 × 20.1 in) and a 1,150 x 510 mm (45.3 x 20.1 in) table. It is not in Mazak's current lineup, so this page mostly serves someone assessing a second-hand machine. The figures are the listed ones and should be checked against the documents of the machine itself.

Y travel equals the table depth at 510 mm (20.1 in), so the spindle reaches the whole table front to back. The table is longer than the X travel, 1,150 mm (45.3 in) against 1,020 mm (40.2 in), which leaves the ends for clamps. Z is also 510 mm (20.1 in). The listed maximum workpiece weight is 800 kg (1,764 lb).

The spindle is listed at 12,000 RPM with 15,000 RPM optional, on a CAT 40 taper with BT 40 optional. Power is 18.5 kW (25 hp) at 25% ED and 11 kW (15 hp) continuous, and torque is 119 Nm (88 ft-lb) at 25% ED. The gap between the two power ratings matters in practice: a long roughing cut should be planned around the 11 kW (15 hp) continuous figure, and the higher one kept for short bursts.

Rapids are 42 m/min (1,654 ipm) in X and Y and 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) in Z. The magazine holds 30 tools as standard with 60 optional, and takes tools up to 100 mm (3.94 in) in diameter, 350 mm (13.8 in) long and 8 kg (17.6 lb). Because spindle speed, taper and magazine all had options, the first job with any used example is to establish which were fitted. Listed machine weight is 8,500 kg (18,739 lb).

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X Axis Travel	1,020 mm (40.2 in)
Y Axis Travel	510 mm (20.1 in)
Z Axis Travel	510 mm (20.1 in)
Table Size	1,150 x 510 mm (45.3 x 20.1 in)
Max Workpiece Weight	800 kg (1,764 lb)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 RPM (15,000 RPM optional)
Spindle Taper	CAT 40 (BT 40 optional)
Spindle Motor Power	18.5 kW (25 hp) at 25% ED; 11 kW (15 hp) continuous
Spindle Torque	119 Nm (88 ft-lb) at 25% ED
Rapid Traverse Xy	42 m/min (1,654 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	36 m/min (1,417 ipm)
Tool Capacity	30 tools standard (60 optional)
Max Tool Diameter (full magazine)	100 mm (3.94 in)
Max Tool Length	350 mm (13.8 in)
Max Tool Weight	8 kg (17.6 lb)
Machine Weight	8,500 kg (18,739 lb)
CNC Control	MAZATROL SmoothG CNC

Specifications compiled from manufacturer literature and industry references. Not independently verified against a published spec sheet — confirm with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before making a purchasing decision.

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Listed travels of 1,020 × 510 × 510 mm (40.2 × 20.1 × 20.1 in), with Y matching the 510 mm (20.1 in) table depth
12,000 RPM listed as the standard spindle speed, with 15,000 RPM optional
Rapids of 42 m/min (1,654 ipm) in X and Y and 36 m/min (1,417 ipm) in Z
30-tool magazine as standard, with 60 tools optional

Limitations

Not in Mazak's current lineup, so the listed figures need confirming on the machine
Continuous power is 11 kW (15 hp); the 18.5 kW (25 hp) figure applies only at 25% ED
Torque of 119 Nm (88 ft-lb) at 25% ED limits large face mills and big drills in steel
Maximum workpiece weight of 800 kg (1,764 lb), which a heavy fixture and part can use up quickly
Tools are limited to 100 mm (3.94 in) in diameter and 8 kg (17.6 lb)

Best For

General 40-taper milling within 1,020 × 510 × 510 mm (40.2 × 20.1 × 20.1 in) Aluminium and light steel work at up to 12,000 RPM Multi-vise setups along a 1,150 mm (45.3 in) table Workpieces and fixtures under 800 kg (1,764 lb)

Frequently Asked Questions

01 Is the Mazak NEXUS 510C-II still made?

It is not in Mazak's current lineup. Anyone buying one used should confirm from the machine which spindle (12,000 or 15,000 RPM), which taper (CAT 40 or BT 40) and which magazine (30 or 60 tools) it has, because the listed table shows an option for each.

02 What are the travels and table size of the NEXUS 510C-II?

Listed travels are 1,020 mm (40.2 in) in X, 510 mm (20.1 in) in Y and 510 mm (20.1 in) in Z. The table is 1,150 x 510 mm (45.3 x 20.1 in), and the maximum workpiece weight is 800 kg (1,764 lb).

03 How much spindle power does the NEXUS 510C-II have?

The listed rating is 18.5 kW (25 hp) at 25% ED and 11 kW (15 hp) continuous, with 119 Nm (88 ft-lb) of torque at 25% ED. Top speed is 12,000 RPM, or 15,000 RPM with the optional spindle.

04 What size tools does the NEXUS 510C-II magazine take?

Tools up to 100 mm (3.94 in) in diameter, 350 mm (13.8 in) long and 8 kg (17.6 lb). The standard magazine holds 30 tools and a 60-tool magazine is listed as an option.

05 How does the NEXUS 510C-II compare with the FJV-250?

The FJV-250 has the same 40.16 in (1,020 mm) of X and 20.08 in (510 mm) of Y, with 18.11 in (460 mm) of Z against the 510 mm (20.1 in) listed for the NEXUS 510C-II. The FJV-250 spindle is rated 15 kW (20 HP) continuous at up to 12,000 rpm, where the NEXUS 510C-II is listed at 11 kW (15 hp) continuous. Table load on the FJV-250 is 2,645 lb (1,200 kg), against a listed 800 kg (1,764 lb) here.