Hurco HM1700Ri

$450,000 - $600,000 (new) | $250,000 - $400,000 (used) Updated 2025-03-15

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,700 mm (66.9 in)

Y Travel

1,200 mm (47.2 in)

Z Travel

900 mm (35.4 in)

Max Spindle

8,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CAT 50

Tool Capacity

Overview

The Hurco HM1700Ri is Hurco's largest and most powerful horizontal machining center, built for heavy-duty production work on oversized parts. With 1,700 mm (66.9 in) of X travel, a 75 hp CAT 50 spindle, and a 800 mm (31.5 in) rotary table rated for 2,000 kg (4,410 lb), this machine targets shops that need serious material removal capability on large steel and cast iron workpieces.

Travels are 1,700 x 1,200 x 900 mm (66.9 x 47.2 x 35.4 in) — an enormous work envelope for a horizontal machining center. The fixed table measures 1,651 x 838 mm (67 x 36 in) with a 1,360 kg (3,000 lb) capacity, while the integrated 800 mm rotary table handles 2,000 kg of rotating load with full 360-degree continuous B-axis rotation.

The spindle runs 8,000 RPM through a CAT 50 taper, delivering 56 kW (75 hp) of peak power with a massive 445.1 Nm (328.7 ft-lbs) of torque at 1,200 RPM. This is the most powerful spindle in Hurco's entire lineup by a wide margin. CAT 50 toolholding provides the rigidity needed for large-diameter face mills, boring bars, and roughing endmills that would overwhelm a 40-taper spindle.

The 30-tool ATC handles CAT 50 tooling with 120 mm (4.7 in) max diameter, 400 mm (15.7 in) max length, and 20 kg (44 lb) max weight — substantially larger tools than any Hurco vertical can accommodate. Tool change time is 3.7 seconds.

Rapids run 30 m/min (1,181 ipm) on X, 20 m/min (787 ipm) on Y, and 30 m/min (1,171 ipm) on Z. B-axis rapid is 50 RPM. The horizontal spindle orientation provides natural chip evacuation and enables tombstone fixturing for multi-part production.

At 18,770 kg (41,381 lb), this is by far the heaviest machine in Hurco's catalog. Floor space is 6,034 x 4,646 mm (238 x 183 in) and power draw is 94 KVA. WinMax control handles programming from conversational to full G-code.

New pricing runs $450,000-$600,000. The HM1700Ri competes with horizontal machining centers from Mazak, Okuma, and DMG MORI for heavy-duty production applications.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,700 mm (66.9 in)
Y-Axis Travel	1,200 mm (47.2 in)
Z-Axis Travel	900 mm (35.4 in)
B Axis Range	360° continuous
Max Spindle Speed	8,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	CAT 50
Spindle Motor Power	75 hp (56 kW)
Spindle Torque	328.7 ft lbs @ 1,200 rpm (445.1 Nm @ 1,200 rpm)
Tool Capacity	30
Tool Change Time	3.7 seconds
Table Size	67 x 36 in (1,651 x 838 mm)
Rotary Table Diameter	800 mm (31.5 in)
Max Table Load	1,360 kg (3,000 lb)
Max Rotary Table Load	2,000 kg (4,410 lb)
Rapid Traverse X	30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	20 m/min (787 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	30 m/min (1,171 ipm)
Rotary Axis Rapid B	50 RPM
Max Tool Diameter	4.7 in (120 mm)
Max Tool Length	15.7 in (400 mm)
Max Tool Weight	44 lb (20 kg)
Machine Weight	18,770 kg (41,381 lb)
Floor Space	6,034 x 4,646 mm (238 x 183 in)
CNC Control	Hurco WinMax
Travels Capacityx Y Z Axis Travel	66.93 x 47.24 x 35.43 in (1,700 x 1,200 x 900 mm)
B Axis	360° Continuous
Rotary Table Working Surface	31.5" diameter (800 mm diameter)
Max Weight On Table	3,000 lbs (1,360 kg)
Max Weight On Rotary Table	4,410 lbs (2,000 kg)
Spindle Nose To Table	8 / 43.4 in (203 / 1102 mm)
T Slot Size	5 x 0.7 in (122 x 17 mm)
Spindlemax Spindle Speed	8,000 rpm
Tool Changertool Type	CAT 50 (CAT/BT 50)
Tool To Tool Atc Time	3.7 sec
Feedratesrapid Traverse Xyz Axis	1181, 787, 1171 in/min (30, 20, 30 m/min)
Max Programmable Feedrate	787 in/min (20 m/min)
B Axis Max Rpm	50 rpm
Sizemax Operating Floor Space	237.6 x 182.9 in (6,0336 x 4,646 mm)
Machine Height	130.4 in (3,313 mm)
Machine Weight	41,381 lb (18,770 kg)
Electricalpower Rating Full Load Kva	94 KVA

Specifications sourced from hurco.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

56 kW (75 hp) CAT 50 spindle with 445 Nm torque handles the heaviest cuts in steel and cast iron without flinching
1,700 x 1,200 x 900 mm travel envelope accommodates the largest parts in Hurco's entire lineup
2,000 kg rotary table load supports heavy steel parts and substantial tombstone fixturing for production
Horizontal spindle orientation provides natural chip evacuation and enables 4-sided tombstone production
800 mm rotary table with 360-degree continuous B-axis enables indexed production across multiple faces
WinMax conversational programming brings Hurco's ease-of-use advantage to the horizontal machining center segment

Limitations

6,034 x 4,646 mm footprint and 18,770 kg weight require dedicated floor space and reinforced foundations
94 KVA power draw demands substantial electrical infrastructure — typically 200+ amp 480V service
30-tool ATC is modest for a production HMC — many competing horizontals offer 60-120+ tools
8,000 RPM spindle speed limits high-speed aluminum machining and smaller-diameter tool performance
WinMax control in the HMC segment faces stiff competition from Fanuc, Mazatrol, and OSP controls with larger user bases

Best For

Heavy equipment manufacturers machining large castings, frames, and structural weldments in steel and iron Energy sector shops cutting large valve bodies, pump housings, turbine casings, and manifolds Aerospace shops machining large aluminum and titanium structural components requiring 4-axis production Contract manufacturers handling oversized, heavy workpieces that exceed vertical machining center capacity Production shops running tombstone fixturing for multi-part batch production on large components Die and mold shops machining large die sets and mold bases requiring horizontal spindle access

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Hurco HM1700Ri cost?

New pricing runs $450,000-$600,000 depending on options and configuration. Through-spindle coolant, probing, and full chip management are essential at this machine size. Used HM1700Ri machines are rare but trade in the $250,000-$400,000 range.

02 How does the HM1700Ri compare to a Mazak HCN-5000?

The Mazak HCN-5000 is a smaller machine (730 mm X travel) with pallet changer automation, priced at $300-450K. The HM1700Ri offers 2.3x the X travel and more spindle power, targeting much larger parts. These machines serve different segments — the HCN-5000 for medium-part production volume, the HM1700Ri for large-part capability.

03 Can I add a pallet changer to the HM1700Ri?

The standard HM1700Ri doesn't include a pallet changer system. Hurco offers pallet automation as an option or through integration partners. For unattended production, a pallet pool or FMS system can be retrofitted, but plan on $100,000-$200,000 additional investment.

04 Is 30 tools enough for a production HMC?

For many applications, 30 tools covers the requirements. However, competing production HMCs commonly offer 60-120+ tools for extended unattended operation. If your production plans require many different tools or long unattended runs, the 30-tool ATC may require mid-shift tool changes that reduce utilization.

05 What foundation does the HM1700Ri require?

A reinforced concrete pad at least 300 mm thick, specifically engineered for the 18,770 kg machine weight plus dynamic forces from heavy cutting and 2,000 kg rotating table loads. Foundation cost alone can run $15,000-$30,000. Hurco provides detailed foundation drawings with anchor bolt layouts.

06 Why choose the HM1700Ri over a floor-type boring mill?

The HM1700Ri provides enclosed machining with chip management, automatic tool changing, and CNC control in a more compact footprint than floor-type boring mills. For parts that fit the 67x36 inch table, it's more productive than manual boring mill operation. For even larger parts or more flexibility, a floor-type boring mill provides unlimited part size.