Built to Turn the Longest and Heaviest Workpieces with Precision
The Johnford LC Series is a heavy-duty line of large flat bed CNC lathes designed specifically for long-part turning. Whether you’re machining power transmission shafts, aerospace components, or structural rollers, the LC Series delivers industry-leading rigidity and travel capacity.
With swing capacities from 40″ to 90″ and unmatched center distances up to 788″, these machines are ideal for long shaft turning, large part machining, and heavy-duty horizontal turning.
Key Features
Massive Swing and Travel Capacities
Heavy-Duty Meehanite Construction
High-Torque Gear-Driven Spindle
Vibration-Free Long-Axis Travel
Flexible Tooling and Turret Options
Optional C-Axis and Y-Axis Capability
Precision Tailstock and Part Support
Built for Oversized Workpiece Machining
From massive rotor shafts to aerospace landing gear components, the Johnford LC Series excels in long-part CNC turning applications that demand consistent accuracy, rigidity, and torque. Whether you need CNC lathes for large parts, flat bed turning centers, or heavy-duty shaft lathes, the LC Series delivers the performance needed to stay competitive.
Common Applications
Custom Configurations Available
Each Johnford LC machine can be configured to your specific production needs with:
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Specifications
| Item / Model |
LC-50
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LC-60
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LC-70
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LC-80
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LC-90
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Swing Over Bed (in.) |
50 |
60 |
70 |
80 |
90 |
|
Swing Over Cross Slide (in.) |
35.8 |
43.3 |
51.9 |
62.2 |
72.4 |
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Center Distance in 1M Increments |
80 – 788 |
80 – 788 |
80 – 788 |
80 – 788 |
80 – 788 |
|
Bed Width (in.) |
48 4-Ways |
48 4-Ways |
48 4-Ways |
48 4-Ways |
48 4-Ways |
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Spindle Types |
C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K |
C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K |
C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K |
C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K |
C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K |
|
Turret Tools (Std.) |
12 Vertical |
12 Vertical |
12 Vertical |
12 Vertical |
12 Vertical |
|
Turret Tools (Opt.) |
4 or 6 Horizontal, 8 Vertical, or Twin Turrets |
4 or 6 Horizontal, 8 Vertical, or Twin Turrets |
4 or 6 Horizontal, 8 Vertical, or Twin Turrets |
4 or 6 Horizontal, 8 Vertical, or Twin Turrets |
4 or 6 Horizontal, 8 Vertical, or Twin Turrets |
|
Spindle HP |
50 / 60 / 100 / 133 |
50 / 60 / 100 / 133 |
50 / 60 / 100 / 133 |
50 / 60 / 100 / 133 |
50 / 60 / 100 / 133 |
|
Spindle Drive |
4 Speed Gearbox |
4 Speed Gearbox |
4 Speed Gearbox |
4 Speed Gearbox |
4 Speed Gearbox |
|
C Axis |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
|
Y Axis |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
Optional |
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Weight (lbs.) |
Starting at 50,600 |
Starting at 52,800 |
Starting at 55,000 |
Starting at 57,200 |
Starting at 59,400 |
|
Spindle |
Spindle ID |
Draw Tube ID |
RPM (Max) |
Bearing ID |
Chuck Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
B(A2-11) |
5.2” |
4.56” |
2000 |
7.1” |
15” ~ 24” hyd. |
|
C (A2-15) |
5.98” |
5.47” |
1500 |
7.87” |
20”~40” hyd. |
|
D (A2-15) |
7.28” |
4.56” |
1000 |
9.45” |
20”~40” hyd. |
|
E (A2-15) |
9.29” |
5.47” |
800 |
11.02” |
24”~48” hyd. |
|
F (A2-20) |
10” |
6.5” |
500 |
12.5” |
24”~48” hyd. |
|
G (A2-20) |
12.5” |
8” |
500 |
14” |
24”~48” hyd. |
|
H (A2-20 |
14” |
—- |
400 |
16” |
28”~60″ man |
|
I (A2-28 |
16” |
—- |
350 |
18.5” |
32”~60” man. |
|
J (A2-28) |
21” |
—- |
250 |
24” |
32”~60” man. |
|
K(A2-32) |
24” |
—- |
200 |
27” |
36”~60” man. |
Standard accessories may vary per model/type:
Optional equipment may vary per model/type: