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DMG MORI CTX 550 Universal Turning Center

Capacity, travels, control alternatives and used-machine checks for the CTX 550—organized for buyers, owners, sellers and service planning.

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DMG MORI CTX 550 universal turning center
Photo: DMG MORI (manufacturer) · model shown: CTX 550
Maximum workpiece diameter480 mm / 19 in
Maximum workpiece length1,225 mm / 48 in
Maximum bar capacity102 mm / 4 in
X / Y / Z travel310 / 130 / 1,225 mm
Main-spindle speed3,250 rpm
Control alternativesSiemens or FANUC
Counter-spindle optionIntegrated spindle motor
Optional live-tool speedUp to 10,000 rpm

Source review: model-level data checked against the official DMG MORI CTX 550 product and technical-data page on October 2, 2026. Manufacturer specifications can change.

CTX 550 capacity and configuration

The CTX 550 is a universal turning center for medium-size parts. DMG MORI lists a 480 mm maximum workpiece diameter, 1,225 mm maximum workpiece length and 102 mm maximum bar capacity. Its 130 mm Y-axis travel supports off-center machining, while available Siemens and FANUC control paths make the installed control and software generation essential used-machine checkpoints.

What to verify on a used CTX 550

Machine configuration

Main and counter spindle, turret, live-tool package, control, software licenses, automation interface, bar-feed compatibility and included workholding.

Condition evidence

Warm operating demonstration, spindle and turret condition, axis positioning, alarm history, maintenance records and a representative finished-part result.

Site requirements

Nameplate power, air, coolant, foundation, access, removal path, rigging method, transport envelope and recommissioning plan.

Complete economics

Purchase price plus inspection, tooling, software, loading, freight, installation, training and any repair required to become production-ready.

Used CTX 550 market research

Research turning-center seller-source records → Review current and historical records, then verify availability and every representation directly with the originating source. Machine Blue Book does not sell or guarantee a listed machine.

Frequently asked questions

What is the CTX 550 maximum turning diameter? DMG MORI lists 480 mm.

What is its maximum bar capacity? The current manufacturer page lists 102 mm.

Which controls are available? DMG MORI lists Siemens and FANUC alternatives; confirm the exact installed control and software.

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