Okuma MU-S600V

$200,000 - $350,000 Updated 2026-03-13

Key Specifications

X Travel

700 mm (27.6 in)

Max Spindle

min⁻¹

Tool Capacity

16 tools

Table Size

400 x 400

Rapid Traverse

Spindle Power

Overview

The Okuma MU-S600V is a super-compact 5-axis vertical machining center engineered for maximum floor space productivity. Despite a machine width of just 1,586 mm, the MU-S600V delivers a 700 mm X-axis stroke and accommodates workpieces up to 600 mm diameter on a 400 x 400 mm table. This class-leading floor space efficiency makes it the ideal choice for shops that need 5-axis capability but cannot afford to dedicate large floor areas to each machine.

The 12,000 RPM spindle produces 15 kW (20 hp) at 25% ED and 11 kW (15 hp) continuous. Tool storage holds 16 tools. While the spindle power and tool capacity are modest, the MU-S600V is designed for a specific workflow: multi-face indexing and 5-axis contouring on castings and aluminum parts where single-setup machining eliminates inter-process positioning errors and reduces total cycle time.

The MU-S600V's standout feature is the Smart Line system, which enables direct workpiece transfer between two connected MU-S600V machines. This reduces the floor space for a two-machine cell from 22.4 m2 (traditional setup with loading stations) to just 10.5 m2, more than halving the footprint. This makes it possible to create multi-machine production cells in floor space that would typically accommodate a single larger machine.

Machine dimensions are 1,586 x 3,315 x 2,994 mm. The MU-S600V runs on Okuma's OSP control with Thermo-Friendly Concept, Anti-Crash System, Five-Tuning, Process Navi, and Servo Navi. The MU-S600V competes with the Fanuc ROBODRILL alpha-DiB 5-axis configurations and Brother SPEEDIO R650X1 in the compact 5-axis segment. New MU-S600V machines price in the $200,000 to $350,000 range. Specs sourced from Okuma Corporation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	700 mm (27.6 in)
Table Size	400 x 400
Max Workpiece Diameter	ø600 mm (23.6 in)
Max Spindle Speed	min⁻¹
Spindle Motor Power	kW
Tool Capacity	16 tools
Machine Width	1,586 mm (62.4 in)
Machine Dimensions	1,586 x 3,315 x 2,994 mm (62.4 x 130.5 x 117.9 in) (W x D x H)
Smart Line Footprint	10.5 m² for two connected machines
Traditional Cell Footprint	22.4 m² for equivalent setup
CNC Control	Okuma OSP-P500M
Thermo Friendly Concept	Standard
Anti Crash System	Standard
Five Tuning	Standard
Process Navi	Standard
Servo Navi	Standard
Max Machining Volume	700 x 500 x 500
Rapid Traverse Rate	60
Okuma Global Repair Center	Charlotte, North Carolina
Inches	Metric
Spindle Speed	50~12,000
Spindle Motor Power	15/11
Magazine Capacity	16 (drum) [32 (chain)]

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Class-leading floor space productivity with 700 mm X-stroke in just 1,586 mm machine width — accommodates ø600 mm workpieces in a minimal footprint
Smart Line system connects two machines for direct workpiece transfer, halving cell footprint from 22.4 m² to 10.5 m²
Single-setup multi-face indexing eliminates inter-process positioning errors on castings and aluminum parts
Five-Tuning calibration, Thermo-Friendly Concept, and full Okuma intelligent technology suite despite the compact size
Competitive pricing starting around $200,000 makes 5-axis capability accessible to smaller shops
Compact enough to install multiple units in the floor space of a single larger 5-axis machine

Limitations

16-tool magazine is very limited — shops machining complex parts will need to plan tool changes carefully or use the Smart Line system to distribute operations
15 kW spindle power at 12,000 RPM constrains heavy roughing capability, limiting the machine to finishing and light cutting operations
12,000 RPM maximum speed is conservative for high-speed aluminum finishing where 15,000-20,000+ RPM is preferred
Compact design means limited workpiece height capacity compared to full-size 5-axis machines
Smart Line system requires purchasing two machines to realize the full productivity advantage

Best For

Shops with limited floor space that need 5-axis capability without dedicating large areas to each machine Production environments running multi-face indexing operations on aluminum castings where single-setup accuracy matters Manufacturers building compact multi-machine production cells using the Smart Line direct-transfer system Automotive component manufacturers producing small-to-medium parts at moderate volumes in space-constrained facilities Job shops adding 5-axis capability at an accessible price point without committing to a large, expensive platform Lean manufacturing environments where floor space per machine is a key productivity metric

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Okuma MU-S600V cost?

New MU-S600V machines typically price between $200,000 and $350,000 depending on options and Smart Line configuration. A two-machine Smart Line cell runs $400,000-$700,000 total. This is competitive with other compact 5-axis solutions from Fanuc (ROBODRILL) and Brother (SPEEDIO) while offering Okuma's full intelligent technology suite.

02 How does the Smart Line system work?

Smart Line enables direct workpiece transfer between two connected MU-S600V machines without manual intervention or external automation. The machines are positioned side-by-side and share a transfer mechanism that moves workpieces from one machine to the other. This reduces cell footprint from 22.4 m² to 10.5 m² while enabling two-operation machining processes. Each machine handles different operations on the same workpiece.

03 Is 16 tools enough?

For dedicated production of specific parts with well-defined tooling requirements, 16 tools can be sufficient. For job shops running diverse part mixes, 16 tools is very limiting. The Smart Line system partially addresses this by splitting operations across two machines with separate tool magazines (32 tools total). Shops running complex parts on a single MU-S600V will need to plan carefully around tool limitations.

04 How does the MU-S600V compare to the MU-4000V?

The MU-S600V is smaller and cheaper ($200K-$350K vs $300K-$450K) with less spindle power (15 kW vs 22 kW) and fewer tools (16 vs 32). However, the MU-S600V has a larger X-stroke (700mm) and accommodates wider workpieces (ø600mm). The MU-4000V is the better choice for precision 5-axis work requiring more power and tool capacity. The MU-S600V is better for space-constrained production and Smart Line cell configurations.