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Reference recordMBB·TURNING-CENTERS-LATHES/CITIZEN-B12E-VIUpdated 2026-10-10

Photo: Citizen (manufacturer)

MakeCitizen

ModelB12E-VI

Machine typeTurning Centers & Lathes

Number of axis (total)4

Main spindleZ1

Gang tool postX1 / Y1

Maximum machining Ø12 mm

Maximum headstock stroke135 (RGB = 62mm)

Maximum spindle speed12000 (RGB= 8000Rpm)

Motor Power3.7 kW

Turning tools5 x 10mm

Cross rotary tools3

Maximum speed4500 rpm

Gang tool post 1 · Motor Power0.5 kW

Sleeve holder for fix tools4 front + 4 back

AxisX1 / Y1

Back spindleZ2

Back side · Maximum machining Ø12

Back side · Motor Power1.0 kW

📋 Spec data: Detailed (23 fields) · compiled from manufacturer and public sources · reference updated 2026-10-10.
These specifications describe the model in general. The year, control generation, spindle, and option package of a specific unit may differ — always verify against the actual machine. Methodology · Data sources.

Citizen

B12E-VI

Evidence updated 15 October 2026: manuals and documents. How evidence is dated

MBB Model ID MBB-M-XHF0CA · What is this?

Plan the installInstalled cost →

Will the floor take it?Floor & foundation
Who moves it?Rigging
Is the power ready?Electrical

Weight, footprint and connected load come from the exact unit’s data plate and the builder’s installation manual.

About the Citizen B12E-VI

The Citizen B12E-VI is catalogued under Turning Centers & Lathes in The Machine Blue Book CNC machine reference library. This entry documents the machine for identification and education; specifications above are compiled from manufacturer and public sources and describe the model, not a specific unit.