CNC Intelligence is a specialist advisory platform for buying and selling used high-end CNC machine tools in Europe and worldwide. We focus exclusively on the €100,000–€600,000 segment: 5-axis machining centres, multi-tasking turn-mill machines, horizontal machining centres, precision grinding machines and EDM.
5-Axis CNC Machining Centres
The most sought-after used 5-axis machining centres in the European market include: DMG Mori DMU 50, DMU 65, DMU 75 monoBLOCK, DMU 85, DMU 95; Hermle C 32 U, C 42 U, C 52 U, C 62 U; Grob G350, G550, G750; Makino D300, D500; Matsuura MAM72-35V, MAM72-63V, MX-520, MX-850; Hedelius Tiltenta 7, Tiltenta 9; Chiron FZ 12 S five, FZ 16 S five; Röders RXP 500, RXP 601; Kitamura Mycenter-3XiF, Mycenter-4XiF.
Multi-Tasking Turn-Mill Machines
Leading used turn-mill platforms include: Mazak Integrex i-200, i-300, i-400, i-500; DMG Mori NTX 1000, NTX 2000, CTX gamma 1250 TC, CTX gamma 2000 TC; Okuma Multus B300, B400, U3000, U4000; Nakamura-Tome NTRX-300, NTRX-500, WT-250, WT-300; INDEX R200, R300; Mori Seiki NT 3000, NT 5000.
CNC Grinding Machines
Used precision grinding machines in demand: Studer S31, S33, S36, S41, S120, S242; Junker JUMAT 3000, JUMAT 5000, QUICKPOINT 3000; Kellenberger Kel-Varia, Kel-Vera; Danobat UR 1500, UR 2000; Toyoda FH40, FH55, FA500.
EDM Wire Cut and Spark Erosion
Used EDM machines in circulation: Sodick AG400L, AG600L, AQ750L, AQ900L; GF Machining Solutions CUT E 350, CUT P 350, FORM P 350; Mitsubishi MV1200R, MV2400R; ONA NX5, QX5, Arion A-6; Fanuc Robocut α-C400iB.
Key Portals for Used CNC Machines in Europe
The main portals where used CNC machines are listed in Europe: Machinio (global), Exapro (European leader), Surplex (German industrial auctions), Machineseeker (European search), 3Axis Group (high-end specialist), Gindumac (precision machinery), Stiens (German specialist dealer), GS Werkzeugmaschinen (Germany), Onaymak (Germany), Maquinaria Colas (Spain).
What to Check When Buying a Used CNC Machine
Critical inspection points for used CNC machine tool purchase: (1) Spindle condition — vibration analysis, cutting hours vs power-on hours, bearing temperature; (2) CNC control version — Fanuc 0i-F, 30i, 31i; Siemens 840D sl; Heidenhain TNC 640, iTNC 530; (3) Geometric accuracy — ballbar test, laser calibration; (4) Maintenance records — service history, oil changes, spindle certification; (5) Electrical supply compatibility — 380V or 400V three-phase.
Typical Price Ranges for Used 5-Axis CNC Machines (2024–2025)
Used 5-axis machining centre price ranges: DMG Mori DMU 50 (2015–2020): €120,000–€280,000. Hermle C 42 U (2014–2019): €130,000–€350,000. Grob G550 (2015–2020): €180,000–€420,000. Mazak Variaxis i-500 (2016–2021): €150,000–€320,000. Matsuura MAM72-63V (2015–2020): €200,000–€480,000. Makino D500 (2016–2020): €220,000–€500,000. Prices vary significantly based on spindle hours, control version, optional equipment and condition report.