What to Look for When Buying a Used Tacchi
Tacchi machines are large, heavy, and built for years of demanding service, so a used Tacchi is often an excellent value if it has been properly maintained. Because these are heavy-duty lathes and deep hole drilling machines rather than small production machines, inspection focuses on the bed, spindle, and the precision of the long axes. Here is what to check on used units.
Inspect the bed, ways, and saddle. Tacchi beds are heavy cast iron, often with two or four slideways or a double-bed design. Check the ways and saddle for scoring, wear, and proper lubrication, and confirm the saddle moves smoothly along the full length of travel. On machines with hydrostatic saddles, verify the hydrostatic system holds pressure and shows no leaks. Long distances between centers mean even small alignment issues compound, so confirm tailstock alignment over the full bed.
Check the spindle, headstock, and drive. Measure spindle runout and listen for bearing noise across the RPM range. On heavy-duty lathes the headstock gearbox does the hardest work, so test each gear range under load if possible and inspect for oil leaks. On hollow-spindle and oil-country configurations, verify the bore size and chuck condition.
Verify live tooling, milling, and boring units. Many Tacchi lathes are multitasking machines with milling, boring, or grinding attachments. Test each powered unit for smooth, accurate operation and confirm any C-axis or B-axis function indexes correctly. On deep hole drilling machines, inspect the BTA tooling interface, coolant delivery, and chip evacuation.
Identify the control platform. Tacchi machines are typically supplied with Siemens SINUMERIK or Fanuc CNC controls. Confirm the control generation, that all axes home and reference correctly, and that documentation and parameter backups are available. Matching the control to your shop's existing expertise reduces training time and keeps the machine productive.
Tacchi Machine Series
FT & FTC Series (Heavy-Duty & Deep Hole)
The FT and FTC series are among the most common Tacchi machines on the used market. These heavy-duty lathes and deep hole drilling and boring machines are identified by center height and distance between centers (for example FTC 71 or FT 70-LS), and are frequently configured with bottle-boring capability for cylinders and shafts. They serve hydraulic cylinder, oil & gas, and power generation work.
HD Series (Heavy-Duty Lathes)
The HD series (such as the HD 1000 and HD/3 designs) covers Tacchi's heavy-duty flat-bed turning lathes, sized by center height and turning length. These machines are valued for rigidity and long service life and turn up regularly when power plants and heavy fabrication shops decommission equipment.
DB Deep Hole Drilling Machines
The DB series covers Tacchi's dedicated BTA deep hole drilling and boring machines, built on cast-iron beds for solid drilling and trepanning of long bores. Configurations support asymmetric and unbalanced parts as well as internal profiling, making them a staple for shaft and cylinder producers.
LS Heavy-Duty & Multitasking Lathes
Tacchi's larger LS-class lathes (for example the 70-LS and 105 LS) are the biggest, most capable machines, built with two-slideway, four-slideway, or double-bed construction and frequently equipped with milling, boring, and grinding units for complete multitasking machining in a single setup. These are the machines that handle large rolls, turbine shafts, and wind-energy components, and they are highly customizable, so two units of the same series can be configured very differently. When buying used, confirm exactly which units, rests, and accessories are included, since these heavily influence both capability and value.
How to Sell Your Used Tacchi
Tacchi machines hold strong resale value thanks to their heavy-duty construction, Made-in-Italy build quality, and long service life in industries that depend on large turned and bored parts. Well-maintained FT, FTC, HD, and LS machines are in steady demand.
Resell CNC buys used Tacchi machines — every series, every generation, nationwide.
- Contact us — call (844) 478-8181 or email sales@resellcnc.com.
- Free appraisal within 24 hours, no obligation.
- Accept the offer and we handle rigging, transport, and logistics, including the heavy rigging these large machines require.
Frequently Asked Questions About Used Tacchi Machines
Are used Tacchi machines reliable?
Yes. Tacchi builds heavy-duty machines on rigid cast-iron beds with most components made in-house, and they are engineered for long service life in demanding industries. A well-maintained used Tacchi can deliver many more productive years, which is why these machines are valued on the secondary market. Because Tacchi has built machines continuously since 1926, factory knowledge and documentation remain available for most generations.
What CNC control does Tacchi use?
Tacchi machines are typically supplied with Siemens SINUMERIK or Fanuc CNC controls, selected to match the application and customer preference. Knowing the exact control generation matters for operator training, programming compatibility, and parts support.
What should I inspect before buying a used Tacchi?
Focus on the bed, ways, and saddle for wear, the spindle and headstock gearbox for runout and noise, and any live tooling, milling, or boring units for accurate operation. On deep hole drilling machines, check the BTA tooling, coolant delivery, and chip evacuation. Confirm tailstock alignment over the full bed length and verify the control references all axes.
Which Tacchi models hold their value best?
Heavy-duty FT, FTC, and HD lathes and the larger LS multitasking machines tend to hold value well because of their rigidity and broad industrial demand. Machines with documented maintenance history and modern Siemens or Fanuc controls command stronger interest. Call (844) 478-8181 for current valuations.
Where are Tacchi machines manufactured?
Tacchi machines are built in Italy at the company's facility in Castano Primo, near Milan. Tacchi produces most components in-house and markets its machines as strictly Made in Italy.
Is Tacchi still in business?
Yes. Tacchi Giacomo e Figli S.p.A. remains an active, family-owned Italian machine tool builder, now run by the fourth generation, and continues to produce heavy-duty lathes and deep hole drilling machines.
Does Resell CNC offer financing on used Tacchi machines?
Yes. Resell CNC offers flexible financing options to help your business acquire the equipment it needs. Contact us at (844) 478-8181 to discuss terms.
How do I sell my used Tacchi?
Contact Resell CNC at (844) 478-8181 or sales@resellcnc.com. We buy every Tacchi series and generation nationwide, handle the heavy rigging these machines require, and provide a free appraisal within 24 hours.