Okuma VR-1060

$280,000 – $380,000 Updated 2026-03-17

Key Specifications

Table Size

1,020 x 600 mm

X / Y / Z Travel

1,020 / 600 / 510 mm

Max Table Load

1,500 kg

Spindle Speed

20 – 12,000 rpm

Spindle Motor

18.5 / 22 kW (25 / 30 HP)

Spindle Taper

BT40 / HSK-A63

Overview

The Okuma VR-1060 is a high-rigidity vertical machining center designed for precision milling, drilling, boring, and tapping of medium-to-large workpieces. With a 1,020 x 600 mm table and a traveling column design, the VR-1060 offers a generous work envelope suited for mold and die inserts, automotive fixtures, and complex prismatic components.

The VR series features Okuma's Thermo-Friendly Concept, which minimizes the effects of thermal growth on machining accuracy. The symmetric double-column structure provides exceptional rigidity, reducing vibration during heavy cutting and maintaining precision throughout the full travel range — a significant advantage over C-frame VMC designs at the same table size.

Powered by a 12,000 rpm inline direct-drive spindle, the VR-1060 delivers both the torque needed for steel roughing and the speed required for aluminum finishing. The OSP-P300S control integrates seamlessly with Okuma's Machining Navi M chatter suppression and Collision Avoidance System, giving operators a highly productive and safe machining environment.

The VR-1060 is a popular choice in mold and die shops, automotive tooling, and general precision machining where a mid-size VMC with outstanding rigidity and accuracy is required to machine challenging materials to demanding tolerances.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Table Size	1,020 x 600 mm
X / Y / Z Travel	1,020 / 600 / 510 mm
Max Table Load	1,500 kg
Spindle Speed	20 – 12,000 rpm
Spindle Motor	18.5 / 22 kW (25 / 30 HP)
Spindle Taper	BT40 / HSK-A63
Tool Magazine Capacity	30 tools (standard), 60 optional
Tool Change Time (Chip-To-Chip)	3.8 sec
Rapid Traverse (X/Y/Z)	42 / 42 / 36 m/min
Positioning Accuracy	0.003 mm
Repeatability	0.002 mm
CNC Control	Okuma OSP-P300S
Machine Structure	Double-column traveling column
Machine Weight	Approx. 14,500 kg (31,970 lb)
Okuma Global Repair Center	Charlotte, North Carolina

Specifications sourced from okuma.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Double-column structure delivers superior rigidity over equivalent C-frame VMCs at this table size
Thermo-Friendly Concept provides stable accuracy throughout long production runs
12,000 rpm spindle covers both heavy steel roughing and high-speed aluminum finishing
Large 1,020 x 600 mm table accommodates substantial mold inserts and fixtures
OSP-P300S with Machining Navi and CAS protects tooling and optimizes chatter-free cutting

Limitations

Traveling column design requires more floor space fore-and-aft than a standard C-frame VMC
Higher price point than commodity VMCs requires justification through complexity or volume
30-tool standard magazine may need expansion for complex programs with many tool changes

Best For

Mold and die shops machining large cavity inserts and mold bases to tight tolerances Automotive tooling manufacturers producing fixtures, gauges, and jig plates Aerospace subcontractors machining aluminum structural panels and brackets Precision job shops needing a reliable, accurate mid-size VMC for diverse work

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What makes the VR-1060 more rigid than a conventional C-frame VMC?

The VR-1060 uses a double-column (bridge-type) structure where the spindle head is supported from both sides, eliminating the cantilever deflection inherent in C-frame designs. This results in significantly better geometric accuracy across the full travel range, especially at the extremes of the X-axis.

02 What is the table load capacity of the VR-1060?

The VR-1060 table supports up to 1,500 kg, allowing heavy mold bases, large castings, and substantial fixtures to be machined without exceeding the machine's structural limits.

03 Can the VR-1060 be equipped with a 4th or 5th axis?

Yes. Okuma supports 4th and 5th axis rotary table integrations on the VR-1060, enabling tilted plane machining and indexed multi-face operations within the same setup.

04 What is the positioning accuracy of the VR-1060?

The VR-1060 achieves positioning accuracy of 0.003 mm and repeatability of 0.002 mm, suitable for precision mold and die work and close-tolerance aerospace components.

05 What spindle taper options are available?

The VR-1060 is available with BT40 or HSK-A63 spindle interfaces. HSK-A63 is recommended for high-speed finishing applications as it provides better balance and rigidity at speeds above 8,000 rpm.