DMG MORI NHX 4000 Horizontal Machining Center

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DMG MORI NHX 4000 Horizontal Machining Center
New: 2019

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With the information that your 2019 DMG Mori NHX4000 2nd Generation was purchased for $455,000, I can provide a more precise estimate of its resale value as of August 2025, considering its specifications (20,000 RPM spindle, 240 ATC, high-pressure coolant), well-maintained condition, and approximately 9,000 hours of cutting time. The NHX4000 is a premium horizontal machining center, and your high-end configuration supports strong value retention. Below is the analysis and estimated resale value.

### Key Specifications and Their Impact
- **Model**: 2019 DMG Mori NHX4000 2nd Generation
- The 2nd-generation NHX4000 (post-2013) improved rigidity and reliability over the 1st generation, enhancing resale value, as noted in discussions on Practical Machinist.
- **Spindle**: 20,000 RPM (likely speedMASTER)
- A high-speed spindle is a premium feature, highly valued in industries like aerospace, medical, and precision manufacturing, boosting resale value significantly.
- **Tool Changer**: 240 ATC
- A 240-tool capacity is exceptional (most NHX4000s have 40–60 tools), indicating a high-productivity setup for complex operations, making it highly desirable in the used market.
- **High-Pressure Coolant**: Likely 1,000 PSI (e.g., Chip Blaster)
- Enhances cutting performance and tool life, adding to resale appeal.
- **Condition**: Well-maintained, ~9,000 cutting hours
- 9,000 hours over ~6 years (2019–2025) equates to ~1,500 hours/year, moderate for a high-end machine. Well-maintained status with documented service records supports strong value retention.
- **Other Likely Features** (based on listings and standard NHX4000 configurations):
- **Control**: CELOS with Siemens 840D or Fanuc F31iB (modern, Industry 4.0-compatible).
- **Pallet System**: 2-pallet changer (15.7" x 15.7"), full 4th-axis rotary table.
- **Accessories**: Likely includes Renishaw probes (e.g., OMP60), chip conveyor, tool breakage detection.
- **Travel Range**: X/Y/Z: 560/560/660 mm.
- **Original Price**: $455,000 (confirmed), which aligns with the estimated range for a high-end configuration in 2019 ($450,000–$550,000).

The machine has a 240 robotic arm tool CHANGER (ATC). Current market is $800 per tool holder on the ATC. On the GROB we just purchased it is $2200 per holder. The 240 ATC has 240 holders. This is a $200k upgrade made in Japan that is now subject to 15% tariff. Neither of the other two NHXs sent by that broker have this — they are both 60 ATC. Also, one of those linked NHXs only has a 12000 RPM spindle. Ours is a 20000 RPM HIGH TORQUE (upgraded) spindle.