
Sell your Citizen L-20 today.
MTE does not act as a broker, nor do we buy on consignment. We buy machinery and assets outright and arrange the pickup.
- Make
- Citizen
- Model
- L-20
- Year
- 2005
- Category
- CNC Lathes
- Condition
- Used / Surplus

Jason sets final pricing on the machines MTE buys.
Citizen L-20 Specifications
- Max. machining diameter
- 3/4" (.79")
- Max. machining length per one chuck
- 7.87"
- Max. drilling diameter
- up to .394"
- Speed
- 200 - 10,000 rpm
- Min. spindle input increment
- 0.01 Full C-axis
- Motor
- 2.2/3.7 KW
- Tooling
- 1/2" (T01 5/8")
- Max. chucking dia. of pick-off spindle
- .79"
- Pick-off spindle speed
- 200 - 8,000 rpm
- Pick-off spindle motor
- .75/1.5 KW
- Min. spindle increment
- 0.01 Deg. Full C-axis
- Rotary spindle speed
- 200 - 5000 rpm
- Rotary tool motor
- 1.0 KW
- Number of tools mounted
- 18-21
- Turning / Front ID / Back ID / Live tools
- 5 / 3 / 3 / 5
- Power consumption
- 6 KVA
- Approx. Machine Dims.
- 83.5" x 48" x 81"
- Approx. Weight
- 5,000 lbs
Do you have a Citizen L-20 to sell?
We are actively seeking a 2005 Citizen L-20 TypeVIII CNC lathe. This exceptional Swiss type lathe is designed for precision and efficiency, making it an ideal choice for manufacturers looking to enhance their machining capabilities. The Citizen L-20 boasts a maximum machining diameter of 3/4 inch (0.79 inch) and a maximum machining length of 7.87 inches, allowing it to tackle a variety of tasks with ease. With a drilling diameter capability of up to 0.394 inch and an impressive spindle speed range from 200 to 10,000 rpm, this machine delivers outstanding performance for intricate and demanding applications. Equipped with a powerful 2.2/3.7 KW motor, the Citizen L-20 ensures reliability and consistency in operation.
Its tooling options include a 1/2 inch (T01 5/8 inch) capacity, making it versatile for different projects. The pick-off spindle features a maximum chucking diameter of 0.79 inch and operates at speeds of 200 to 8,000 rpm, supported by a 0.75/1.5 KW motor for optimal productivity. Additionally, the machine's rotary spindle speed ranges from 200 to 5,000 rpm, further enhancing its versatility. With the ability to mount 18 to 21 tools, the Citizen L-20 TypeVIII is capable of complex machining tasks, featuring turning, front ID, back ID, and live tools, with configurations of 5, 3, 3, and 5 respectively. The machine's dimensions of approximately 83.5 inches in length, 48 inches in width, and 81 inches in height, along with a weight of 5,000 lbs, make it a robust yet compact solution for various shop environments.
If you have a 2005 Citizen L-20 TypeVIII CNC lathe that you are ready to sell, we encourage you to reach out to us. At Superior Machine Tools, we are committed to offering competitive prices and a seamless selling experience. Let us help you turn your unused equipment into cash today!

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