This vertical machining center features a **manual tool carrier with a single tool capacity** and an **R-8 spindle taper** designed for vertical orientation. Its spindle is powered by a 3 HP motor with a 30-minute rating, reaching speeds up to 4,500 RPM, ideal for medium-duty milling applications. The machine table measures 50" in length and 10" in width, with an optional extended length of 54", optimized to handle workpieces up to 850 lbs. The rigid Meehanite cast iron table provides a long X-axis travel of 32 inches, a Y-axis travel of 14 inches, and a Z-axis travel of 15 inches, enabling precise three-axis machining capability. The machine supports a maximum rapid traverse and feed rate aligned with the axis travels, designed for efficient material removal. The R-8 spindle taper has a standard taper angle of approximately 16.26 degrees per specifications commonly associated with Bridgeport-style spindles, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of tooling such as collets and solid tool holders, secured with a drawbar mechanism for precision and rigidity. This vertical mill is suited for diverse milling operations requiring moderate spindle power and tool capacity with manual tool changes, offering a balance of size, weight capacity, and spindle speed for versatile workshop use. Its three-axis travel and robust 850-lb workpiece capacity make it suitable for precision milling on mid-sized metal parts or similar materials.