The Mazak MTV-655 is a BT50 vertical machining center built for stability, accuracy, and productivity. As a high-rigidity VMC in Mazak’s Vertical CNC systems, it gives manufacturers the strength and precision needed for complex parts and high-volume production.
MTV 655 Features:
| Model | MTV-655/60, MTV-655/80 |
|---|---|
| Tool shank | 50 |
| Table size | 68.5" x 25.59" |
| Y Axis Stroke | 25.59" |
| X Axis Stroke | 59.05" |
| Z Axis Stroke | 25.59" |
The Mazak MTV-655 is a powerful BT50 vertical machining center designed for stability, precision, and heavy-duty milling. In addition, this high-rigidity VMC handles complex machining tasks with consistent performance across long production runs. Mazak vertical solutions deliver strength and accuracy, serving industries that demand high throughput and reliable part quality.
The MTV-655 uses a column-feed structure that increases rigidity and reduces deflection under heavy loads. In addition, Mazak designed it with a wide machining area and robust support for oversized components, which ensures precision during demanding operations. This reliability also makes it a trusted option for manufacturers that require cycles with enhances durability and accuracy.
Operating as part of Mazak’s Vertical CNC systems, the MTV-655 features Mazatrol SmoothG control for faster programming, real-time monitoring, and simplified multi-axis coordination. The intelligent interface reduces setup times while optimizing workflow efficiency, helping operators maintain productivity and focus on quality output.
Every aspect of this high-rigidity VMC—from its spindle to its guideways—has been designed to reduce vibration and maintain thermal stability. This ensures tight tolerances, repeatable performance, and excellent surface finishes across extended runs. In conclusion, the MTV-655 delivers the cutting power and consistency in prototype and production for modern machine shops.
| Model | MTV-655/60, MTV-655/80 |
|---|---|
| Tool shank | 50 |
| Table size | 68.5" x 25.59" |
| Y Axis Stroke | 25.59" |
| X Axis Stroke | 59.05" |
| Z Axis Stroke | 25.59" |
| Table | Table size | 68.5″ × 25.59″ |
|---|---|---|
| Max. loading weight(equal distribution) | 4409 lbs | |
| Spindle | Tool shank | BT50 |
| Max. spindle speed | 6000 rpm | |
| Max. torque (40% ED) | 560 ft-lbs | |
| Max. torque (cont. rating) | 454 ft-lbs | |
| Spindle motor (40% ED) | 18.5 kW (25 HP) | |
| Spindle motor (cont. rating) | 15 kW (20 HP) | |
| Automatic tool changer | Tool storage capacity | 30 |
| Max. tool diameter | Φ4.92″ | |
| Max. tool diameter (without adjacent) | Φ10.43″ | |
| Max. tool length (from gauge line) | 15.74″ | |
| Max. tool weight | 44 lbs | |
| Travel | X-axis | 59.05″ |
| Y-axis | 25.59″ | |
| Z-axis | 25.59″ | |
| Distance from table top face to spindle end | 7.87″ to 33.46″ | |
| Rapid traverse rate | X-axis | 1024 IPM |
| Y-axis | 1024 IPM | |
| Z-axis | 787 IPM | |
| Machine dimensions | Width x Length (MAZATROL SmoothG) | 175″ × 168.78″ |
| Height | 117.83″ | |
| Machine weight | 24250 lbs |
| Table | Table size | 88.18″ × 25.59″ |
|---|---|---|
| Max. loading weight(equal distribution) | 5511 lbs | |
| Spindle | Tool shank | BT50 |
| Max. spindle speed | 6000 rpm | |
| Max. torque (40% ED) | 560 ft-lbs | |
| Max. torque (cont. rating) | 454 ft-lbs | |
| Spindle motor (40% ED) | 18.5 kW (25 HP) | |
| Spindle motor (cont. rating) | 15 kW (20 HP) | |
| Automatic tool changer | Tool storage capacity | 30 |
| Max. tool diameter | Φ4.92″ | |
| Max. tool diameter (without adjacent) | Φ10.43″ | |
| Max. tool length (from gauge line) | 15.75″ | |
| Max. tool weight | 44 lbs | |
| Travel | X-axis | 78.74″ |
| Y-axis | 25.59″ | |
| Z-axis | 25.59″ | |
| Distance from table top face to spindle end | 7.87″ to 33.46″ | |
| Rapid traverse rate | X-axis | 1024 IPM |
| Y-axis | 1024 IPM | |
| Z-axis | 787 IPM | |
| Machine dimensions | Width x Length (MAZATROL SmoothG) | 218.31″ × 168.78″ |
| Height | 117.83″ | |
| Machine weight | 26455 lbs |
Heavy-duty milling operations on large, high-mass components utilize the robust box-way configuration of the Mazak MTV-655. This high-torque vertical machining center is explicitly engineered to handle large castings, high-strength forge blocks, and tough alloy plates that require supreme structural dampening under heavy chip loads. Comprehensive machinery logistics, direct factory installation, and customized applications engineering for this heavy-capacity vertical platform are managed across New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, and Quebec by A.W. Miller Technical Sales.
Maximum cutting stability during aggressive metal removal is driven by a wide solid-casting column design paired with premium hardened and ground mechanical box ways on all linear coordinates. The machine features an expansive work table measuring 78.74” × 25.59” (2,000 mm × 650 mm) to securely anchor long fixtured components. Tooling operations are powered by a massive, high-torque 50-taper (CAT50/BT50) integral spindle configuration delivering a reliable balance of low-end torque for aggressive face milling and standard speeds up to 6,000 RPM. This rigid traveling column structure absorbs high-frequency harmonics, allowing shops to execute deep roughing passes through tough steels, titanium, and cast iron without experiencing tool chatter or dimensional twisting.
The Mazak MTV-655 is commonly used to manufacture:
Hardened and ground box ways carry the linear axes smoothly across wide contact surfaces, providing exceptional vibration dampening and maximum physical stiffness during heavy roughing on hard materials.
The CAT50 dynamic spindle blends robust internal gear ranges with high motor torque to pull deep milling cutters through high-strength alloys without stalling or losing surface finish quality.
The thick cast-iron machine base is engineered to absorb intense physical cutting forces, ensuring excellent table flatness and tight geometric tolerances remain constant across extended cycle runs.
The heavy-dampened cast structure absorbs high-frequency vibrations, which prevents cutting edges from chipping and maximizes insert life during continuous roughing shifts.
The MTV-655 utilizes wide, hardened and ground mechanical box ways on all linear axes rather than standard linear guide rails. This design maximizes the physical surface contact area, providing the extreme structural damping required to absorb vibrations during heavy face-milling cuts on hard metals.
The machine offers an expansive working table surface measuring 78.74 inches by 25.59 inches (2,000 mm × 650 mm) to comfortably clear and secure multi-ton castings, long fixtures, or massive raw forge blocks.
The vertical machining center is equipped with a heavy-duty 50-taper (CAT50/BT50) integral spindle delivering up to 6,000 RPM. This configuration is built specifically to transfer massive low-end torque directly to large-diameter indexable face mills, solid boring bars, and high-capacity taps.
While its massive 50-taper spindle and box ways make it exceptionally profitable for heavy steel, titanium, and cast iron roughing, it handles aluminum processing efficiently. It utilizes its higher RPM range and high-velocity chip flushing lines to evacuate light alloy chips cleanly.
The platform features a symmetrical, heavy-mass cast frame combined with an advanced headstock thermal cooling jacket system. This design continually neutralizes localized heat buildup from the spindle bearings, preventing physical machine expansion and keeping part features consistent over long runs.