Okuma LB2000 EX III

Est. $120,000 - $180,000 Specs verified 2026-10-03 · okuma.com Updated 2026-10-03

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Key Specifications

Rapid Traverse

25/30 m/min (1,181/1,181 ipm)

Spindle Power

11/7.5 kW (15/10 hp)

Max Turn Length

300 mm (11.81 in)

max turning diameter

430 mm (16.93 in)

spindle nose

STD 140

z axis travel

380 mm (15 in)

How much does the Okuma LB2000 EX III cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$120,000 - $180,000

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

Overview

Speed is what sets the Okuma LB2000 EX III apart in the LB range: the spindle runs 45–6,000 rpm, driven by an 11/7.5 kW (15/10 hp) motor. Okuma lists a maximum turning diameter of 430 mm (16.93 in), a maximum turning length of 300 mm (11.81 in) and 380 mm (15 in) of Z-axis travel.

Those numbers describe a machine for small and medium parts cut quickly. At 6,000 rpm, carbide stays at a productive surface speed on bar-sized diameters and in aluminium or brass, and 7.5 kW (10 hp) on the lower rating is enough for the depths of cut such parts take. It is not the pick for sustained heavy roughing near the full 430 mm diameter, where the LB2500 EX II brings 22/15 kW (30/20 hp).

The spindle nose is listed as STD 140, rapid traverse is 25/30 m/min and the control is the Okuma OSP-P300L. Turning length is short relative to diameter, 300 mm against 430 mm, so this is a chucker first. The LB4000 EX III is the model in the range with 750 mm (29.53 in) of length.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Turning Diameter	430 mm (16.93 in)
Spindle Motor Power	11/7.5 kW (15/10 hp)
Spindle Nose	STD 140
Z Axis Travel	380 mm (15 in)
Rapid Traverse Rate	25/30 m/min (1,181/1,181 ipm)
CNC Control	Okuma OSP-P300L
Max Turning Length	300 mm (11.81 in)
Spindle Speed	45–6,000 rpm

Specifications sourced from okuma.com — verified 2026-10-03

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

45–6,000 rpm spindle speed range
430 mm (16.93 in) maximum turning diameter
25/30 m/min rapid traverse over 380 mm (15 in) of Z-axis travel
Runs the Okuma OSP-P300L control

Limitations

Spindle power is 11/7.5 kW (15/10 hp), half the 22/15 kW (30/20 hp) of the LB2500 EX II
Maximum turning length is 300 mm (11.81 in), so shaft work is limited
No chuck size, bar capacity or turret station count appears in Okuma's headline rows

Best For

Small parts in aluminium and brass at up to 6,000 rpm Chucked work up to 300 mm (11.81 in) long Light and medium cuts within 7.5 kW (10 hp) on the lower rating

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How fast does the LB2000 EX III spindle run?

The speed range is 45–6,000 rpm and spindle power is 11/7.5 kW (15/10 hp). The spindle nose is listed as STD 140. The high top speed favours small diameters and non-ferrous materials.

02 What size parts does the LB2000 EX III take?

Maximum turning diameter is 430 mm (16.93 in) and maximum turning length is 300 mm (11.81 in), with 380 mm (15 in) of Z-axis travel. The proportions suit chucked parts more than shafts.

03 Which control does the LB2000 EX III have?

The Okuma OSP-P300L. Rapid traverse is listed as 25/30 m/min. By comparison the LB3000 EX III is listed with the OSP-P500 control and a 22 kW (30 hp) spindle.