MS-5 Multi-Spindle Drill

Engineered for commercial print shops and graphic production environments, the Challenge MS-5 Multi-Spindle Drill delivers power, accuracy, and productivity in one robust machine. With support for up to five drill heads and adjustable side guides and backgauge, this drill handles everything from standard hole punching to specialized tasks like medical form processing—especially when equipped with optional narrow heads for closer spacing.

Designed and manufactured in the USA, the MS-5 features easy drill length adjustment, high-capacity drilling (up to 2-1/2”), and compatibility with a range of hollow drill bit sizes and coatings. Whether you’re drilling catalogs, NCR forms, or highly customized jobs, the MS-5 combines precision and efficiency to keep your shop running smoothly.

General

• Maximum Number of Drill Heads: 5
• Drill Sizes Available (2" capacity): 1/8" to 1/2" / 3 to 13 mm
• Drill Sizes Available (2-1/2" capacity): 1/4" to 1/2" / 6 to 13 mm
• Center to Center Distance Maximum: 15" / 38 cm
• Center to Center Distance Minimum (standard): 1-7/8" / 48 mm
• Center to Center Distance Minimum (w/ optional narrow-heads): 1-3/8" / 35 mm
• Maximum Drilling Capacity: 2-1/2" / 63 mm
• Strokes per Minute (adjustable): Up to 18
• Backgauge Adjustment: 0 to 5" / 0 to 13 cm
• Vertical Adjustment of Individual Heads: 1/4" / 6 mm

Dimensions

• Table Size: 17-3/4" x 34" / 45 x 87 cm
• Table Height: 37" / 94 cm
• Overall Height: 56" / 142 cm
• Floor Space Needed: 36" x 36" / 92 x 92 cm
• Net Weight (approximate): 830 lbs / 374 kg
• Shipping Weight (approximate): 910 lbs / 410 kg

Electrical (standard)

• Motor Type: Hydaulic Motor
• Base Power: 1 Phase, 60 Hz, AC. Pump: 1/2 H.P. Spindle Motor: 1-1/2 H.P.
• Power option: 208/230 Volt, 18 Amps (Recommended service size: 30 Amps)

Electrical (optional)

• Motor Type: Hydaulic Motor
• Base Power: 3 Phase, 50 Hz, AC. Pump: 1/2 H.P. Spindle Motor: 1-1/2 H.P.
• Power option: 208/230 Volt, 12 Amps (Recommended service size: 20 Amps)