Okuma VTM-65

$350,000 - $500,000 Updated 2026-03-13

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

min⁻¹

Tool Capacity

32 (options: 40, 60, 80)

Rapid Traverse

30 m/min (X, Y, Z)

Spindle Power

30/22

max turning diameter

650 mm (25.6 in)

max workpiece height

500 mm (19.7 in)

Overview

The Okuma VTM-65 is a vertical turning and milling center that combines a vertical lathe table with a true milling spindle, creating a multitasking platform for complex parts that would otherwise require setups on both a lathe and a machining center. The maximum turning diameter is 650 mm (25.6 in) with a maximum workpiece height of 500 mm (19.7 in) and table load capacity of 500 kg (1,102 lb).

The table spindle runs up to 700 RPM for turning operations with 30/22 kW (40/30 hp) and 600 Nm (443 ft-lb) of torque. The milling spindle delivers 22/15 kW (30/20 hp) at up to 10,000 RPM with a CAT 40 (BT 40) taper, providing genuine machining center capability rather than the limited milling offered by driven turret tools. The milling spindle tilts on a B-axis from -30 to +120 degrees, enabling angled drilling, contouring, and 5-axis-like positioning when combined with the C-axis table rotation.

X-axis travel is 550 mm (21.7 in), Y-axis is 350 mm (13.8 in), and Z-axis is 550 mm (21.7 in). The ATC holds 32 tools standard with options up to 80, providing the tool library depth needed for complex multitasking parts. Rapid traverse is 30 m/min on linear axes.

Okuma's Thermo-Friendly Concept is essential on a multitasking machine where both turning and milling generate heat in different areas of the structure. Collision Avoidance System models the milling spindle, turret, and workpiece in 3D to prevent crashes during the complex tool paths typical of multitasking programs. The OSP-P300L control handles both turning and milling programming in a single environment.

The VTM-65 competes with the Mazak Integrex e-V, DMG Mori CTX gamma TC, and Doosan Puma VTS series with milling. Pricing runs $350,000-$500,000 new. It targets shops machining complex parts like pump bodies, valve housings, and aerospace structural components that require both heavy turning and precision milling in a single setup.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Turning Diameter	650 mm (25.6 in)
Max Workpiece Height	500 mm (19.7 in)
Table Speed Max	700 RPM
Table Power	30/22 kW (40/30 hp)
Table Torque	600 Nm (443 ft-lb)
Milling Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Milling Spindle Power	22/15 kW (30/20 hp)
Milling Spindle Taper	CAT 40 (BT 40)
B Axis Range	-30° to +120°
X Axis Travel	500
Y Axis Travel	350 mm (13.8 in)
Z Axis Travel	635
Tool Capacity	32 (options: 40, 60, 80)
Max Table Load	500 kg (1,102 lb)
Rapid Traverse Rate	30 m/min (X, Y, Z)
CNC Control	Okuma OSP-P300L
Max Cutting Diameter	Ø650
Max Cutting Length	635
Rapid Traverse X	18
Rapid Traverse Z	20
Max Spindle Speed	min⁻¹
Spindle Motor Power	30/22
Okuma Global Repair Center	Charlotte, North Carolina
Inches	Metric
Spindle Speed	10~1,250

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

True milling spindle with B-axis tilt and Y-axis eliminates secondary operations that would require a separate machining center
10,000 RPM milling spindle with CAT 40 taper provides genuine machining center capability, not just driven turret tools
B-axis tilting from -30 to +120 degrees enables angled drilling, contouring, and 5-axis-like positioning with C-axis rotation
32-80 tool ATC provides the tool library depth needed for complex multitasking parts without stopping to change tools manually
Thermo-Friendly Concept compensates for heat from both turning and milling operations across different areas of the structure
Single-setup machining of complex parts reduces fixturing costs, work-in-process inventory, and the dimensional errors introduced by multiple setups

Limitations

700 RPM maximum table speed limits turning surface footage on smaller-diameter parts where a conventional lathe would spin faster
CAT 40 milling spindle is lighter-duty than CAT 50 for aggressive milling in hardened steel or heavy roughing with large-diameter cutters
OSP control requires programming both turning and milling operations, which adds complexity compared to dedicated single-purpose machines
Higher purchase cost than a standalone vertical lathe plus a separate VMC, though total cell cost may be lower when fixturing and floor space are considered

Best For

Shops machining complex parts requiring both heavy turning and precision milling that currently run through a lathe and a machining center Aerospace manufacturers producing structural components, housings, and fittings with turned and milled features in a single setup Oil and gas component producers machining valve bodies and pump housings with bores, flanges, and drilled/tapped ports Job shops seeking to reduce setup time and work-in-process by consolidating turning and milling operations on a single platform Medium-volume production of complex parts where fixturing cost and dimensional accuracy across setups are significant factors Facilities with limited floor space that benefit from replacing a vertical lathe plus a VMC with a single multitasking machine

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does an Okuma VTM-65 cost?

A new VTM-65 typically runs $350,000-$500,000 depending on milling spindle speed options, tool magazine capacity, and automation peripherals. While more expensive than a standalone vertical lathe, the total cell cost is often lower than a separate lathe plus machining center when fixturing, floor space, and WIP costs are included.

02 How does the VTM-65 compare to the Mazak Integrex e-V?

Both are vertical turning-milling centers with tilting milling spindles. The Mazak Integrex e-V series uses a MAZATROL SmoothAi control with conversational programming, while the Okuma uses OSP. Okuma's Thermo-Friendly Concept is a differentiator for thermal accuracy. The Mazak typically offers higher milling spindle speeds in its upper options. Both machines target the same applications.

03 Can the VTM-65 replace both a vertical lathe and a VMC?

For parts that require both turning and milling features, yes. The VTM-65's turning capability handles OD/ID turning, facing, and grooving, while the milling spindle with B-axis handles drilling, tapping, boring, and contour milling. The trade-off is that a dedicated VMC may be faster for pure milling work, and a dedicated VTL may be faster for pure turning.

04 What is the B-axis used for on the VTM-65?

The B-axis tilts the milling spindle from -30 to +120 degrees. This enables angled drilling, chamfering at compound angles, and contouring on angled surfaces without refixturing. Combined with C-axis table rotation, the B-axis provides 5-axis positioning capability for complex part geometries.

05 How many tools can the VTM-65 hold?

The standard ATC holds 32 tools with options for 40, 60, or 80 positions. Complex multitasking parts often use 20-30 tools for combined turning and milling operations, so the 32-tool standard covers many applications. Shops running multiple part numbers without changeover should consider the 60 or 80-tool option.