
Sell your Mazak M5NBB 1500 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
- Mazak
- Model
- M5NBB 1500
- Year
- 1997
- Category
- CNC Lathes
- Condition
- Used / Surplus

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Mazak M5NBB 1500 Specifications
- Swing Over Bed
- 24"
- Turning Diameter
- 24"
- Machining Length
- 60.8"
- Distance Between Centers
- 61.8"
- Chuck Size
- 18"
- Spindle Nose
- A2 - 11
- Spindle Bore Diameter
- 6.5"
- Spindle Bar Capacity
- 6.5
- Spindle Speeds
- 1000 RPM
- Spindle Horsepower
- 30 HP
- X - Axis Travel
- 21.25"
- Z - Axis Travel
- 80.9"
- Rapid Traverse Rates X1
- 472 IPM
- Rapid Traverse Rates Z1
- 472 IPM
- Turret Configuration
- 8
- Tailstock Quill Diameter
- 5.1"
- Tailstock Taper
- MT 5
- Tailstock Quill Travel
- 5.1"
- Machine Weight
- 16,940 LBS.
Do you have a Mazak M5NBB 1500 to sell?
We are actively seeking a 1997 MAZAK M5NBB 1500 2-Axis CNC Lathe. This robust machine features a swing over bed of 24 inches and a turning diameter also measuring 24 inches, making it ideal for a variety of machining tasks. With a machining length of 60.8 inches and a distance between centers of 61.8 inches, this lathe provides ample space for larger workpieces. The MAZAK M5NBB 1500 comes equipped with an 18-inch chuck size, ensuring a secure grip on your materials during operation. Its spindle nose, designated A2-11, coupled with a spindle bore diameter of 6.5 inches, allows for efficient material removal and precision machining.
The spindle's horsepower rating of 30 HP and a maximum spindle speed of 1000 RPM provide the power needed for demanding applications, while three gear ranges enhance its versatility. The X-axis travel of 21.25 inches and Z-axis travel of 80.9 inches allow for detailed and intricate work, and rapid traverse rates of 472 IPM for both axes ensure quick repositioning for increased productivity. As machine owners, we understand that there are many reasons you might consider parting with your MAZAK lathe. Whether you are upgrading to a newer model, downsizing your operations, closing a facility, or simply finding that this machine is underused in your shop, we are here to make the selling process as seamless as possible. We respect the investment you've made in your equipment and aim to provide a fair valuation based on the current market.
At Superior Machine Tools, we buy nationwide and ensure that the logistics of the sale are handled efficiently. If you have a 1997 MAZAK M5NBB 1500 or any similar CNC lathe, reach out to us today. We are ready to assist you in getting the best value for your machine while taking care of all the details involved in the sale.

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