Large and heavy CNC lathes
Heavy-duty CNC lathes
Flat-bed and heavy CNC lathes for large shafts, rollers, cylinders and tubes: swings from Ø1,320 to over Ø3,000 mm, up to 14 m between centres and 15 to 80 t loads. C-axis, driven turret and Y-axis to turn and mill in one set-up. Installation, commissioning and service from Spain.
- Configured for your part
- Installation and commissioning included
- Service and spare parts from Spain
Models
Machines with full specifications. The whole range is configured in length, swing, control and options for your part.
Large CNC Lathe Vurcon PL140/5000
Ø 1.440 mm · 5.000 mm
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Large CNC Lathe Vurcon PL180/8000
Ø 1.850 mm · 8.000 mm
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Range capacities
Three architectures depending on part size and weight.
| PL series · flat bed | RT series · heavy | Twin bed · bespoke | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swing over bed | Ø1,320 – Ø1,850 mm | Ø2,000 – Ø3,150 mm | up to Ø6,300 mm |
| Distance between centres | 1,000 – 12,000 mm (projects up to 14 m) | 3,000 – 10,000 mm and more on request | per project |
| Workpiece weight between centres | up to 15 t (20 t in B versions) | 20 – 80 t | up to 450 t |
| Spindle bore / power | Ø142 mm · 30 – 37 kW | 37 – 110 kW | per project |
| Multi-tasking | C-axis, driven turret, Y-axis | C-axis, BMT75 with Y-axis (option) | Bespoke milling, grinding and boring |
Range reference values; each machine is confirmed in the technical offer. Siemens 828D, Fagor 8060 or Fanuc control.
Industries and parts
Where a large lathe pays back fastest.
Common options
- C-axis with spindle brake for milling and drilling
- Driven turret and Y-axis (±100 mm)
- Fixed and travelling steadies (Ø40 to Ø1,000 mm)
- Tailstock with motorised travel
- 4-jaw chucks from Ø1,250 to Ø1,600 mm
- Boring bar support
- Linear scales and tool measurement
- Chip conveyor, guarding and operator platform
Featured model: PL180/8000
Ø1,850 mm swing, 8,000 mm between centres and 15 t workpieces, with Fagor 8060 or Siemens 828D control, C-axis, driven tools and Y-axis – one machine for large shafts and diameters that are often subcontracted.
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Frequently asked questions about CNC lathes
What is a heavy-duty lathe?
A horizontal lathe built for large, heavy parts: swings above 1,300 mm, several metres between centres and multi-tonne workpieces. Bed, headstock and tailstock are oversized to keep accuracy under heavy loads.
Which swing and length do I need?
Start from your largest part and leave margin: swing over carriage larger than the turned diameter, and distance between centres longer than the longest part. Send us a drawing and we propose the configuration.
Can I mill and drill on the same lathe?
Yes. With C-axis, driven turret and Y-axis you machine keyways, radial holes and flats without unloading the part – key when moving a multi-tonne part takes hours.
Which CNC control do they use?
Siemens Sinumerik 828D, Fagor 8060 or Fanuc, your choice – all with a large screen, electronic handwheel and turning cycles.
What is the lead time?
It depends on the configuration: standard machines ship in weeks and special builds in a few months. You get a firm date in the quotation.
Are installation and training included?
Commissioning at your site is included; operator training is set in the quotation. We also advise on foundations and transport, which must be planned early for machines this size.
Tell us about your part
Diameter, length, weight and material: that is all we need to propose machine, options and lead time.
