Machine Comparison
Citizen Miyano ABX-80THY vs Citizen Miyano ANX-42SYY
Citizen Machinery vs Citizen Machinery · CNC Lathes
Summary
The Citizen Miyano ABX-80THY and Citizen Miyano ANX-42SYY are both from Citizen Machinery's cnc lathes lineup, making this a common upgrade or lineup decision for shops already invested in the Citizen Machinery ecosystem. These machines are closely matched across most specifications, making the decision more about specific feature priorities, dealer support, and your existing shop ecosystem than raw spec advantages. Both machines are proven performers in production environments and represent solid investments for shops in the market for a cnc lathe.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Citizen Miyano ABX-80THY | Citizen Miyano ANX-42SYY |
|---|---|---|
| Max Turning Diameter | 350 mm (13.78 in) chuck work ▲ | 200 mm (7.87 in) |
| Max Turning Length | 250 mm (9.84 in) | 430 mm (16.93 in) ▲ |
| Control | Mitsubishi M80W multi-path (Citizen Miyano) | Fanuc 31i-B |
| Max Bar Capacity | 80 mm (3.15 in) ▲ | 42 mm (1.65 in) |
| Main Spindle Speed | 3,500 RPM | 6,000 RPM ▲ |
| Sub Spindle Speed | 3,500 RPM | 6,000 RPM ▲ |
| Live Tool Speed | 6,000 RPM | 6,000 RPM |
| Machine Weight | 8,500 kg (18,739 lb) ▲ | 6,250 kg (13,779 lb) |
| Price Range | $500,000 - $700,000 | $280,000 - $400,000 ▲ |
Advantages
Citizen Miyano ABX-80THY
- Superior max turning diameter at 350 mm (13.78 in) chuck work vs 200 mm (7.87 in)
- Superior max bar capacity at 80 mm (3.15 in) vs 42 mm (1.65 in)
- Superior machine weight at 8,500 kg (18,739 lb) vs 6,250 kg (13,779 lb)
Citizen Miyano ANX-42SYY
- Superior max turning length at 430 mm (16.93 in) vs 250 mm (9.84 in)
- Superior main spindle speed at 6,000 RPM vs 3,500 RPM
- Superior sub spindle speed at 6,000 RPM vs 3,500 RPM
- More competitive pricing at $280,000 - $400,000 compared to $500,000 - $700,000
Verdict
This is a close matchup. The Citizen Miyano ABX-80THY and Citizen Miyano ANX-42SYY trade advantages across different specifications, making neither a clear winner on paper alone. Your decision should come down to practical factors: which dealer is closer, which control system your operators already know, what tooling ecosystem you're invested in, and which machine's specific strengths match your highest-volume work. Get quotes on both, run test cuts with your actual parts if possible, and factor in long-term service and support costs.