Quaser MK3000 (#40)

Q: How much does the Quaser MK3000 (#40) cost?

The price estimate for the Quaser MK3000 (#40) is uncertain: we have no price for it that we can cite and no estimate we can stand behind, so we give no figure. Configuration, tooling, automation and installation move the final price substantially. A specific price can be requested at https://machinetoolindex.com/machines/quaser-mk3000-40#price; the request is passed to Quaser or an authorised dealer.

Specs verified 2026-10-05 · quaser.com Updated 2026-10-05

Quaser MK3000 5-axis travelling column machining center

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Key Specifications

Max Spindle

15K ~ 24K

Spindle Taper

HSK-A63 or SK/BT40

Tool Capacity

40(std.)

Table Size

3,300 x 850 mm (129.9 x 33.5 in)

integrated rotary table c axis

360°

swivel head b axis

±120°

How much does the Quaser MK3000 (#40) cost?

Price estimate

Uncertain

We do not have a price for the Quaser MK3000 (#40) that we can stand behind, so we show no number. Configuration, options and installation move the final price a long way: a quote is the reliable figure.

Overview

The Quaser MK3000 (#40) is a 5-axis travelling column machining center for large components, with 3,000 mm (118.1 in) of X travel over a fixed 3,300 x 850 mm (129.9 x 33.5 in) table. This page covers the lighter of its two spindle classes: HSK-A63 or SK/BT40, listed at 15K ~ 24K.

On a travelling column machine the part stays still and the column carries the spindle along it. The table can therefore take 4,200 kg (9,259 lb) without that mass ever being accelerated. Quaser drives X and Y with linear motors, which removes ballscrews from the two axes that do most of the moving on long parts.

Five-axis motion comes from two places. A swivel head tilts the spindle through ±120° as the B-axis. The C-axis is a rotary table integrated into the fixed table; Quaser's description calls it optional and gives it an 800 mm diameter, and the spec table lists its range as 360°. With both, the maker says the machine reaches full 5-axis simultaneous machining. Without the C-axis it is a long-bed machine with a tilting head, useful for angled features along beams and rails.

Y and Z travel are both 800 mm (31.5 in). The spindle transmission is built in, and the magazine holds 40 tools as standard, against 30 on the MK3000 (#50). Choose this version for aluminium structures and long light-alloy profiles, where 24K at the top of the range does more good than a larger taper.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Table Size	3,300 x 850 mm (129.9 x 33.5 in)
Integrated Rotary Table C Axis	360°
Swivel Head B Axis	±120°
X Axis Travel	3,000 mm (118.1 in)
Y Axis Travel	800 mm (31.5 in)
Z Axis Travel	800 mm (31.5 in)
Max Table Load	4,200 kg (9,259 lb)
Spindle Taper	HSK-A63 or SK/BT40
Max Spindle Speed	15K ~ 24K
Spindle Transmission	Built in
Tool Capacity	40(std.)

Specifications sourced from quaser.com — verified 2026-10-05

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

3,000 mm (118.1 in) of X travel on a 3,300 x 850 mm (129.9 x 33.5 in) fixed table
Linear motor drives in the X and Y axes
Swivel head B-axis of ±120° and an integrated rotary table C-axis of 360°
Table carries 4,200 kg (9,259 lb)
Built-in spindle listed at 15K ~ 24K with HSK-A63 or SK/BT40, and 40 tools as standard

Limitations

Quaser's description calls the integrated C-axis optional, so full 5-axis work may depend on an extra
Spindle power and torque are printed without units on Quaser's page and cannot be relied on from it
Y travel of 800 mm (31.5 in) is narrower than the 850 mm table width
No tool size limits, rapid rates or accuracy figures are published

Best For

Long aluminium structural parts up to 3,000 mm (118.1 in) Angled features along beams and profiles using the ±120° swivel head Round or multi-sided parts on the 800 mm C-axis rotary table Several parts clamped in a row on the fixed table

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What are the travels of the Quaser MK3000?

3,000 mm (118.1 in) in X, 800 mm (31.5 in) in Y and 800 mm (31.5 in) in Z. The table measures 3,300 x 850 mm (129.9 x 33.5 in) and has a maximum load of 4,200 kg (9,259 lb). These figures are the same for both spindle versions.

02 How does the MK3000 achieve 5-axis machining?

Through a tilting head and a rotary table. The swivel head spindle is the B-axis, with a ±120° range. The C-axis is a rotary table integrated in the machine table, listed at 360°; Quaser describes it as an optional, fully integrated C-axis with 800 mm diameter.

03 What is the difference between the MK3000 (#40) and the MK3000 (#50)?

The spindle and magazine. The MK3000 (#40) takes HSK-A63 or SK/BT40 tools, is listed at 15K ~ 24K and has 40 tools as standard. The MK3000 (#50) takes HSK-A100 or SK/BT50 tools, is listed at 10K ~ 15K and has 30 tools as standard.

04 What drives the axes of the MK3000?

Quaser states that the machine has linear motor drives in the X and Y axes. The spindle transmission is listed as built in. Drive details for the Z axis and the rotary axes are not given on the product page.