# Hurco VMX42U

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The Hurco VMX42U is a 5-axis CNC machining center with an integrated trunnion table. It has X, Y, and Z travels of 1067 mm, 610 mm, and 521 mm, a 399 mm x 399 mm table rated to 250 kg, and a 12,000 rpm CAT 40 spindle rated at 18 kW. A 40-position automatic tool changer is specified, and the machine weighs 7160 kg.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | cnc mill |
| Axes | 5 |
| Weight | 7160 kg |
| Travel X | 1067 mm |
| Travel Y | 610 mm |
| Travel Z | 521 mm |
| Spindle max | 12000 rpm |
| Spindle power | 18 kW |
| Spindle taper | CAT 40 |
| Tool capacity | 40 |
| Table length | 399 mm |
| Table width | 399 mm |
| Table load | 250 kg |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [Hurco](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/hurco.md)

## Study notes

- The machine uses an integrated trunnion table rather than an add-on table; the document states this provides more Z-axis clearance.
- C-axis rotation is 360 degrees and maximum C-axis speed is 25 RPM.
- Spindle torque is 238.7 N·m.
- Spindle nose to table distance is 90 mm.
- Tool-to-tool ATC time is 2 seconds.
- Maximum tool diameter is 76 mm, maximum tool length is 300 mm, and maximum tool weight is 7 kg.

## Sources

1. [Hurco • Mind Over Metal](https://hurco.com/products/5-axis-machining-centers/u/vmx42u) (accessed 2026-10-25)

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