Heavy-Duty Berthiez TM500 SP Single-Column Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL) with 6,300 mm Table

Heavy-Duty Berthiez TM500 SP Single-Column Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL) – 15,000 mm Swing

Secure extreme machining capacity at a fraction of the cost of new OEM equipment with this 1979 Berthiez TM500 SP Single-Column Vertical Turning Lathe. Engineered in France for massive, ultra-heavy industrial applications—such as wind energy, hydropower, shipbuilding, mining, and heavy power generation—this displaceable-column VTL combines a 6,300 mm faceplate with an extraordinary 15,000 mm maximum turning diameter.

Built on a rigid 250-ton cast-iron frame, this machine is a premier candidate for a CNC retrofit and electrical modernization, allowing your facility to pair legendary European mechanical stability with modern Siemens or Fanuc controls.

Key Advantages & Capabilities

• Extreme Workpiece Capacity: Capable of handling workpieces up to 80 metric tons, 15 meters in diameter, and 4,000 mm in height, utilizing a displaceable column/table bed design to accommodate oversized rings and housings.

• Combined Turning & Milling: Reduces costly multi-machine setups by performing both heavy turning and precision milling in a single clamping.

• Dual Milling Attachments Included: Comes complete with two specialized milling heads—a 1,500 RPM head for heavy stock removal and a 3,000 RPM high-speed milling head for fine finishing.

• High-Torque Drive & Rigid Ram: Powered by a 100 kW main motor and equipped with a massive 360 x 360 mm ram for vibration-free deep cuts.

• Prime Retrofit Foundation: Features original 1979 relay/analog control panels and electrical cabinets. While functional as-is for conventional operation, modernizing the electrical system unlocks modern 5-axis/multi-axis CNC efficiency on a proven mechanical platform.

Technical Specifications.

Condition & Inspection

Originally installed in a heavy industrial bay, all major sub-assemblies, guideways, operator platforms, and vintage electrical cabinets are being systematically match-marked and dismantled for safe transport. We recommend modernizing the electrical system during re-installation to maximize uptime and spare-part support.

Act fast while dismantling is active—inspect components on-site before loading. Contact us immediately for dismantling photos, shipping weights/dimensions, foundation drawings, and pricing.