Lathes with gear spindles can generate enormous advances in productivity when used to machine hard-to-cut materials and high-volume components for which high cutting rates are required.
HWACHEON develops and produces its own drives for heavy duty cutting. Particular use of these is made in our Hi-TECH-, VT- and MEGA series. The gears and spindle bearings are actively cooled with oil and maintained at a constant temperature.
Hi-TECH 450
Horizontal lathe with box guideways for Ø250–375 mm chucks
The Hi-TECH 450 combines compact dimensions with exceptional performance. It offers stable box guideways, high flexibility with optional Y-axis and sub-spindle, and excels in durability and precision.
| Max. cutting diameter | mm | 420 - 500 | |||||||||||
| Chuck-Size | mm | 250 - 380 | |||||||||||
| Swing over bed | mm | 700 | |||||||||||
Hi-TECH 550
Horizontal lathe with box guideways for Ø375–450 mm chucks
The Hi-TECH 550 is a powerful horizontal lathe with box guideways for Ø375–450 mm chucks, perfect for heavy-duty cutting and tough materials. It features a stable turret with 0.2 s indexing time, a high-performance 30/22 kW spindle, a programmable tailstock, and optional steady rests for long workpieces. With bed lengths up to 3.2 m and optional linear scales, it delivers top precision. Its...
| Max. cutting diameter | mm | 590 | |||||
| Chuck-Size | mm | 375 - 457 | |||||
| Swing over bed | 800 | ||||||
Hi-TECH 700
Horizontal lathe with box guideways for Ø600 mm chucks
The Hi-TECH 700 is a horizontal lathe with box guideways for Ø600 mm chucks, designed for large workpieces and tough materials. It features a solid cast bed, a high-precision spindle (37/30 or 45/35 kW), and a turret with 0.2 s indexing time. The 45° slant bed ensures rigidity and minimal thermal distortion, while the optional wide turret enhances stability. With ergonomic design and...
| Max. cutting diameter | mm | 680 |
| Chuck-Size | mm | 380 |
| Swing over bed | mm | 900 |
MEGA-72
Flat bed lathe with a swing diameter of Ø720 mm (cycle-controlled)
The MEGA-72 is a flat bed lathe with a Ø720 mm swing diameter, perfect for small batches, repairs, and heavy workpieces up to 1.8 tonnes. It combines CNC and handwheel control, offers 18.5/15 kW drive power, and wide guideways for stable cutting. With turning lengths up to 3 m and customizable options like steady rests or C-axis, it adapts flexibly to specific needs.
| Max. cutting diameter | mm | 470 |
| Chuck-Size | mm | 355 |
| Swing over bed | mm | 720 |
MEGA-130
Flat bed lathe with a swing diameter of Ø1,300 mm (cycle controlled)
The MEGA-130 is a robust flat bed lathe with a 1,300 mm swing diameter. It combines CNC and handwheel control for versatile machining. With 55 kW drive power and a maximum workpiece weight of 12 tonnes, it is ideal for demanding machining applications.
| Max. cutting diameter | mm | 920 |
| Chuck-Size | mm | 810 |
| Swing over bed | mm | 1300 |
VT-450
Vertical turning centre with Ø305 mm (12-inch) chuck
The VT-450 turning centre by HWACHEON is a vertical turning centre designed for high precision and power in demanding applications. Featuring a one-piece cast machine bed that minimizes thermal distortion and absorbs vibrations, it delivers exceptional surface quality and accuracy. The machine is available in various configurations, including left-hand, right-hand, and dual-machine setups,...
- Max. cutting diameterØ460mm
- Chuck-Size305 (375)mm
- Swing over bed610mm
VT-650
Vertical turning centre with Ø450 mm chuck, Y-axis, and tool magazine
The VT-650 is a vertical turning centre with a Ø450 mm chuck, perfect for brake discs and valve bodies. Since 2020, it features a Y-axis and tool magazine for top flexibility. Its robust cast bed reduces thermal distortion and vibrations, while efficient chip management cuts costs. Available as a single or dual setup, it ensures precision and productivity in continuous use.
- Max. cutting diameterØ800mm
- Chuck-Size457mm
- Swing over bed900mm
VT-950+
Vertical turning centre with box guideways for chuck sizes of Ø600–800 mm
The VT-950+ is a vertical turning centre with box guideways for Ø600–800 mm chucks, renowned for stability with its 15-tonne Meehanite cast bed. It features high-torque spindles, a Capto tool magazine, and air-floating technology for dynamic 24 m/min machining. Perfect for heavy-duty cutting, it and the VT-1150+ are heavyweights among vertical lathes, customizable with Fanuc or Siemens controls.
- Max. cutting diameterØ950mm
- Chuck-Size610mm
- Swing over bed1100mm
VT-2000
Vertical turning centre for heavy-duty cutting
The VT-2000 is a vertical turning centre for heavy-duty cutting, featuring a 75/60 kW drive and 49,836 Nm torque. Its monolithic design with box guideways ensures stability. It offers milling (3,000 rpm), shaping (1,000 mm stroke), and a precise C-axis. With a 14-tool magazine and actively cooled spindle, it excels in productive, accurate machining of large parts.
VT-1150+
Vertical turning centre with box guideways for chuck sizes of Ø800–1,270 mm
The VT-1150+ is a vertical turning centre renowned for its exceptional stability, featuring a heavy Meehanite cast bed and wide box guideways. The machine offers powerful drives, high dynamism through air-floating technology, and a wide range of gearbox options for various applications. With an optional tool magazine and a rapid traverse speed of 24 m/min, the VT-1150+ is ideal for heavy-duty...
- Max. cutting diameterØ1150mm
- Chuck-Size1016mm
- Swing over bed1350mm
MEGA-110
Flat-bed lathe with a swing diameter of Ø1,100 mm (cycle-controlled)
The MEGA-110 is a flat-bed lathe with a Ø1,100-mm swing diameter for small batches and repairs. Featuring 55 kW power, handwheels, and wide guideways, it handles workpieces up to 12 tonnes and 6 m long with stability and efficiency.
| Max. cutting diameter | mm | 1100 |
| Swing over bed | mm | 1100 |