This 1999 modernized Challenger Manual Mill AM-5V featuring the ANILAM Wizard 450 control unit. Made in Taiwan.
Retail price as of 08.28.2026
The Challenger AM-5V is a rigid manual vertical milling machine designed for toolroom work, general machining, and maintenance operations. Built in Taiwan, this style of mill is known for solid cast-iron construction, smooth manual controls, and long-term reliability in small production shops and repair environments.
This 1999 Challenger AM-5V (Serial No. 990984) is equipped with an ANILAM Wizard 450 digital readout system, providing accurate positioning for manual milling operations. The machine features a variable-speed vertical head, large T-slot table, and manual knee-type construction typical of the Bridgeport-style mill design.
The machine offers a wide spindle speed range and versatile manual controls, making it suitable for milling, drilling, boring, and light production work.
Manufacturer: Challenger
Model: AM-5V
Year: 1999
Serial Number: 990984
Country of Manufacture: Taiwan
Machine Type: Manual Vertical Knee Mill
Control / DRO: ANILAM Wizard 450 Digital Readout
Table Size: approx. 1270 × 254 mm (50" × 10")
Table Travel (X-Axis): approx. 760 mm (30")
Table Travel (Y-Axis): approx. 305 mm (12")
Knee Travel (Z-Axis): approx. 405 mm (16")
Spindle Taper: R8
Spindle Speed Range: approx. 50 – 3750 RPM (variable speed head)
Main Motor Power: approx. 2.2 – 3.7 kW (3 – 5 HP)
Head Type: Tilting / Swivel Vertical Milling Head
Note: Specifications are based on typical Challenger AM-5V configurations and publicly available data. Exact configuration should be verified during inspection.