DMG Mori DMU 160 P FD duoBLOCK

$1,200,000 - $1,800,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,600 mm (63 in)

Y Travel

1,600 mm (63 in)

Z Travel

1,100 mm (43.3 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM (15,000 / 20,000 RPM optional)

Spindle Taper

HSK-A100

Tool Capacity

60 tools standard (up to 453)

Overview

The DMG Mori DMU 160 P FD duoBLOCK is the mill-turn variant of the flagship DMU 160 P duoBLOCK 5-axis portal machine, adding a DirectDrive rotary table capable of continuous turning operations to the full simultaneous 5-axis milling capability of the standard platform. This combination of portal-class 5-axis machining and integrated turning on a 1,600 mm (63 in) rotary table makes the DMU 160 P FD one of the most capable combined machining platforms available at this workpiece size.

The FD — Fräs-Dreh, German for Mill-Turn — designation indicates that the C-axis rotary table is powered by a direct-drive motor producing sufficient torque for turning operations, not merely 5-axis positioning. Turning speeds reach up to 400 RPM with table torque sufficient for facing, boring, and turning on large workpieces up to 4,500 kg (9,921 lb). This eliminates the need to transfer large, heavy workpieces between a 5-axis machining center and a vertical turning lathe — a significant productivity and accuracy benefit for shops machining complex rotational-feature parts.

The machine inherits the full DMU 160 P duoBLOCK platform: 1,600 x 1,600 x 1,100 mm (63 x 63 x 43.3 in) of travel, B-axis swivel from -30 to +180 degrees, and the choice of powerMASTER 1000 motor spindle (77 kW, 1,000 Nm, HSK-A100) or the 5X torqueMASTER gear spindle (52 kW, 1,300 Nm) for aggressive roughing in superalloys and titanium. Standard rapid traverse is 60 m/min (2,362 ipm) with up to 453 tools in the magazine at 5.6-second chip-to-chip changes.

The duoBLOCK construction — three guideways on the Y-axis, thermosymmetric castings, water-cooled feed drives, and the Spindle Growth Sensor — maintains positional accuracy through extended heavy roughing cycles. DMG Mori quotes 96% uptime for the duoBLOCK platform.

Control is SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE or HEIDENHAIN TNC7 with CELOS X integration. The SINUMERIK ONE platform includes integrated turning cycles that work seamlessly with the FD table for combined mill-turn programming without manual G-code switching between milling and turning modes.

For shops machining large aerospace engine components, turbine discs, large impellers, oil and gas downhole tool bodies, or any large part requiring both precision 5-axis milling and turning operations, the DMU 160 P FD duoBLOCK represents a compelling single-machine solution. New pricing ranges from $1,200,000 to $1,800,000 depending on spindle selection, magazine size, and accuracy options. Specs sourced from DMG Mori published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,600 mm (63 in)
Y-Axis Travel	1,600 mm (63 in)
Z-Axis Travel	1,100 mm (43.3 in)
B Axis Swivel	-30 to +180 degrees (210 total)
C Axis Rotation	360 degrees continuous (turning-capable)
Turning Speed	Up to 400 RPM (FD mill-turn)
Max Spindle Speed	12,000 RPM (15,000 / 20,000 RPM optional)
Spindle Taper	HSK-A100
Spindle Motor Power	77 kW / 103 hp (powerMASTER 1000)
Spindle Torque	1,000 Nm / 737 ft-lb (powerMASTER 1000)
Torquemaster Torque	1,300 Nm / 959 ft-lb (5X torqueMASTER)
Torquemaster Power	52 kW / 70 hp
Tool Capacity	60 tools standard (up to 453)
Tool Change Time	5.6 seconds chip-to-chip
Max Workpiece Diameter	1,600 mm (63 in)
Max Workpiece Height	1,775 mm (69.9 in)
Max Table Load	4,500 kg (9,921 lb)
Rapid Traverse Rate	60 m/min (2,362 ipm)
CNC Control	SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE / HEIDENHAIN TNC7 with CELOS X
Uptime Rating	96%
1600 Mm	63 in.
1100 Mm	43.3 in.
1775 Mm	69.9 in.
4500 Kg	9920.8 lbs.

Specifications sourced from us.dmgmori.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Integrated DirectDrive turning table eliminates workpiece transfer from machining center to turning lathe — a critical advantage for large, heavy, complex parts requiring both milling and turning operations
4,500 kg table load accommodates the heaviest aerospace, energy, and defense workpieces that fit on a rotary-table 5-axis platform
1,600 x 1,600 x 1,100 mm travel with -30 to +180 degree B-axis swivel covers parts up to 1,600 mm diameter and 1,775 mm high
powerMASTER and torqueMASTER spindle options provide the power and torque spectrum from high-speed aluminum to aggressive superalloy roughing
453-tool magazine supports complex multi-operation aerospace and energy parts without operator tool loading intervention
DuoBLOCK construction with three Y-axis guideways, thermosymmetric castings, and water-cooled drives maintains accuracy through extended heavy cycles
SINUMERIK ONE control with integrated turning cycles enables unified mill-turn programming without complex manual mode switching

Limitations

Price above $1.2M requires very high utilization or high-value workpieces to achieve acceptable payback period
FD turning speed limited to 400 RPM due to table mass — a dedicated vertical turning lathe is faster for pure turning work
HSK-A100 tooling across a 453-tool magazine represents a major tooling investment in addition to machine cost
Substantial floor space requirement and significant foundation engineering costs ($40,000-$100,000+) add to total installation cost
Complexity of a combined mill-turn platform demands operators proficient in both turning and 5-axis milling programming

Best For

Aerospace manufacturers machining large turbine discs, engine casings, and complex structural components requiring milling and turning in a single setup Oil and gas manufacturers producing large downhole tool bodies, valve housings, and subsea components that require both milled and turned features Power generation shops machining large impellers, turbine components, and generator housings where combined mill-turn reduces setups Defense contractors machining large, complex military component parts requiring precision milling and turning without workpiece re-chucking Shops replacing a machining center and vertical turning lathe combination with a single platform for heavy combined operations

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a DMG Mori DMU 160 P FD duoBLOCK cost?

New DMU 160 P FD duoBLOCK machines typically price between $1,200,000 and $1,800,000. The base powerMASTER spindle configuration starts near $1.2M. Full configuration with torqueMASTER spindle, 453-tool magazine, micro-precision accuracy pack, and automation options approaches $1.8M.

02 What is the difference between the DMU 160 P FD and the DMU 160 P duoBLOCK?

The FD variant adds a DirectDrive turning capability to the C-axis rotary table, enabling turning operations up to 400 RPM with full torque for facing, boring, and cylindrical turning on large workpieces. The standard DMU 160 P duoBLOCK provides 5-axis milling only. The FD is typically $100,000-$200,000 more expensive and is essential for shops machining parts with both complex milled features and precision turned surfaces.

03 What is the turning speed limit on the FD table?

The DirectDrive table on the DMU 160 P FD reaches up to 400 RPM. This is lower than a dedicated vertical turning lathe because the table must carry the full 4,500 kg workpiece weight at speed. For pure turning at high RPM, a dedicated VTL remains more efficient. The FD table excels for medium-speed turning integrated with complex 5-axis milling in a single workpiece chucking.

04 Can the DMU 160 P FD machine titanium aerospace components?

Yes. The 5X torqueMASTER spindle option with 1,300 Nm of torque through HSK-A100 provides the cutting force for aggressive titanium roughing at appropriate depths and feeds. The duoBLOCK construction's three Y-axis guideways and thermosymmetric castings provide the rigidity needed to maintain accuracy during extended titanium cuts.

05 What control does the DMU 160 P FD use?

The DMU 160 P FD runs SIEMENS SINUMERIK ONE or HEIDENHAIN TNC7, both with CELOS X integration. For mill-turn programming, SINUMERIK ONE is preferred — its integrated turning cycles and unified programming environment simplify combined mill-turn programs versus TNC7, which is stronger for pure milling applications.