Yamazaki Mazak CNC Lathes / Turning Centers

Mazak SLANT TURN 600M

Est. $400,000 - $600,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · mazak.com Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

X Travel

18 in (457 mm)

Z Travel

85 in (2,159 mm)

Max Spindle

500 rpm

Tool Capacity

12 tools

Spindle Power

37 kW (50 HP) continuous

Max Turn Length

80 in (2,032 mm)

How much does the Mazak SLANT TURN 600M cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$400,000 - $600,000

Our best estimate for a cnc lathes / turning center in this class — not a quote from Yamazaki Mazak. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The Mazak SLANT TURN 600M is for long, large-bore work that also needs holes and keyways: a Ø15 in (381 mm) spindle bore, 80 in (2,032 mm) of maximum turning length on the 2000U bed, and a 4,000 rpm rotary tool spindle in the turret. Mazak lists its configuration as Milling.

A shaft or a length of heavy pipe is awkward to move once it is set up. If it also needs a keyway, a cross hole or a drilled flange, cutting those on the lathe saves a second machine and a second alignment. The rotary tool motor gives 7.5 kW (10 HP) and 70 ft-lb (95 Nm) on a 4 min rating and 1.5 kW (2 HP) continuous, so a keyway is better cut in several light passes than in one heavy one. A high-torque milling spindle is an option. No Y-axis travel appears in the table, only 18 in (457 mm) of X and 85 in (2,159 mm) of Z.

The main spindle tops out at 500 rpm, the same limit as the SLANT TURN 600, and carries a 21 in chuck. It is rated 37 kW (50 HP) continuous and 45 kW (60 HP) on the 30 min. rating. Intermittent torque is 5,163 ft-lb (7,000 Nm) on the low speed winding in low range, which is what a roughing cut near the Ø36 in (914 mm) maximum diameter draws on.

Support for long parts comes from a tailstock with an MT No.6 taper and 82 in (2,083 mm) of travel. Allow for the size of the machine: 274 in (6,960 mm) × 96 in (2,438 mm) on the floor, 103 in (2,616 mm) high and 39,242 lb (17,800 kg).

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Bed Length Type	2000U
Max Turning Diameter	Ø36 in (914 mm)
Max Turning Length	80 in (2,032 mm)
Chuck Size	21 in
Max Spindle Speed	500 rpm
Spindle Torque Intermittent	5,163 ft-lb (7,000 Nm) (Low speed winding: Low range)
Spindle Power Intermittent	45 kW (60 HP) (30 min. rating)
Spindle Motor Power	37 kW (50 HP) continuous
Spindle Bore	Ø15 in (381 mm)
Tool Capacity	12 tools
Turret Tool Shank Height	1 in (25 mm)
Turret Boring Bar Shank Diameter	Ø2 in (51 mm)
Milling Spindle Speed	4,000 rpm
Rotary Tool Spindle Max Torque 4 Min Rating	70 ft-lb (95 Nm) (4 min. rating)
Rotary Tool Spindle Spindle Motor 4 Min Rating	7.5 kW (10 HP) (4 min. rating)
Milling Spindle Power	1.5 kW (2 HP) continuous
X-Axis Travel	18 in (457 mm)
Z-Axis Travel	85 in (2,159 mm)
Rapid Traverse X	787 ipm (20 m/min)
Rapid Traverse Z	945 ipm (24 m/min)
Tailstock Travel	82 in (2,083 mm)
Tailstock Taper	MT No.6
Floor Space Required	274 in (6,960 mm) × 96 in (2,438 mm) (W × L, MAZATROL SmoothG)
Machine Height	103 in (2,616 mm)
Machine Weight	39,242 lb (17,800 kg)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Milling, drilling and tapping on parts up to 80 in (2,032 mm) long without moving them to another machine
4,000 rpm rotary tool spindle with 7.5 kW (10 HP) and 70 ft-lb (95 Nm) on the 4 min rating
Ø15 in (381 mm) spindle bore and a 21 in chuck for large pipe and tube
MT No.6 tailstock with 82 in (2,083 mm) of travel on the 2000U bed
Lists 80 in (2,032 mm) of turning length, where the SLANT TURN 600 lists 79 in (2,007 mm)

Limitations

Main spindle speed is limited to 500 rpm
The rotary tool motor falls to 1.5 kW (2 HP) on its continuous rating
No Y-axis row: travels are listed for X and Z only
The high-torque milling spindle is an option, as is the automatic steady rest Mazak offers for the 2000U bed
Occupies 274 in (6,960 mm) × 96 in (2,438 mm) and weighs 39,242 lb (17,800 kg)

Best For

Long shafts and rolls that need keyways or cross holes after turning Large pipe with drilled or tapped end features, fed through the Ø15 in (381 mm) bore Heavy parts where a second setup on another machine is costly in handling time Tailstock-supported work up to 80 in (2,032 mm) long

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What can the milling spindle of the SLANT TURN 600M do?

It runs to 4,000 rpm. The motor is rated 7.5 kW (10 HP) and 70 ft-lb (95 Nm) on a 4 min rating and 1.5 kW (2 HP) continuous. That covers drilling, tapping and milling in short cuts or light passes. Mazak offers a high-torque version of the milling spindle as an option for heavier work.

02 How long and how large a part fits the SLANT TURN 600M?

Maximum turning length is 80 in (2,032 mm) on the 2000U bed and maximum turning diameter is Ø36 in (914 mm). The chuck is a 21 in size and the spindle bore is Ø15 in (381 mm). Z travel is 85 in (2,159 mm) and the tailstock travels 82 in (2,083 mm).

03 Is the SLANT TURN 600M slower than the SLANT TURN 550M?

On the main spindle, yes. This model is limited to 500 rpm with its Ø15 in (381 mm) bore. The SLANT TURN 550M runs to 1,000 rpm with a Ø11 in (279 mm) bore, but its table is for a shorter bed with 41 in (1,041 mm) of turning length. The rotary tool spindle is listed at 4,000 rpm on both.

04 Does the SLANT TURN 600M take a steady rest?

Mazak offers a self-run automatic steady rest as an option, in sizes up to Ø16.14", and names the 2000U / 3000U / 4000U beds as the compatible ones for the SLANT TURN 500, 550 and 600 series. This table is for the 2000U bed. Mazak also states that the tailstock quill extends 250 mm, so the steady rest can stay in place when changing between long and short shafts.