Buy new and second-hand Bäuerle woodworking machinery – a wide selection of table routers, planers, saws and combination machines directly from specialist retailers. Here you’ll find Bäuerle machines in the following categories: wood routers, planers and saws for wood – SFM series table routers, thickness planers, chain mortisers and combined saw-router-drill machines, with each listing detailing motor power, working width and accessories. Supplied by Ochmann Woodworking Machinery in Tauberbischofsheim; stock is constantly changing. This page features woodworking machines from Bäuerle in Württemberg – not the folding and enveloping machines from MB Bäuerle (Mathias Bäuerle) in St. Georgen in the Black Forest.
Bäuerle at a glance
Bäuerle’s roots lie in Oberkochen in the Ostalb region: around 1855, Jakob Bäuerle, a trained drill-maker and mechanic, set up his first workshop next to the ‘Lamm’ inn and manufactured hand drills for joiners and carpenters. His son Adolf expanded the range to include tools; after the First World War, woodworking machines were added to the range. The company, J. Adolf Bäuerle Maschinen- und Werkzeugfabrik, had its own foundry, branch works in Überlingen and Unterböbingen, and employed around 700 people in 1953. The company later operated under the name Bäuerle GmbH & Co. Maschinenbau-Werkzeuge KG, based in Schwäbisch Gmünd. Around 1960, with some 1,200 employees, Bäuerle was one of Germany’s major machine manufacturers.
This was followed by several difficult decades: an initial insolvency in 1975, with production continuing; a partnership with Janisch und Bäuerle in Ottendorf, Saxony, in 1991; and final bankruptcy in 1994. In 2007, the brand was revived with its tried-and-tested machines; since 1 September 2009, Bäuerle has been part of Riston Werkzeug GmbH in Fellbach near Stuttgart. Riston supplies Bäuerle machines, after-sales service, tools and spare parts for the brand. However, the vast majority of machines on the market today are second-hand Bäuerle machines from joinery workshops, carpentry firms and training workshops.
The Bäuerle range – new and second-hand
The overview shows the machine groups that Bäuerle has manufactured over the decades, and the models that are most frequently traded second-hand. You can see which machines are currently on offer in the listings on this page.
| Machine group | Series (new via Riston or historical) | Frequently traded second-hand | Available from us: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Table milling machines and swivel-spindle milling machines | SFM series (approx. 1958 to 2019), including SFM 1, 2, 3, SFM 100 to 102, SFM 200 to 201, SFM 301; SP 200, DF 90 | SFM (rigid), SFM 2 (swivel spindle) | Wood-working milling machines |
| Chain milling machines and chain mortisers | SKFJ | Chain mortisers with swivelling table | Wood-working milling machines |
| Thickness planers | D 63, DM 41, DM 63, DM 630, DM 71, DHG 800 | DM 63, 125/02 | Planing machines |
| Surface planers and surface-thickness planers | AS 31 to AS 63, A 41, A 51, HCH 510, HCH 630 | AS series planers | Planing machines |
| Circular saws | Format circular saws F 100, F 101, FB 25; table circular saws KS, KSR, KSW; pendulum circular saws PKS, PPK; double cross-cut saw DS; multi-blade circular saws ABM | PKS, DS II | Saws for wood |
| Band saws | B 40 to B 80, BS 400 to BS 801 | – | Saws for timber |
| Combination machines | KFL (format circular saw, slotting machine and table router in one machine) | KFL | Wood saws |
| Profiling and tenoning, drilling | Cross-profile milling machines PM 200 to PM 510, tenon cutting machine ZM, router OF, knot hole drilling machine AL | – | Milling machines for wood, drilling machines for wood |
| Extraction | Mobile dust extractors FA I, FA II, RLG 2000 | – | Extraction systems |
What the Bäuerle model designation reveals
At Bäuerle, the letters indicate the machine type: SFM stands for table routers, AS and A for planers, DM and D for thicknessers, HCH for combined planer-thicknessers, B and BS for band saws, F and FB for panel saws, PKS for pendulum circular saws, DS for double cross-cut saws, PM for cross-profile milling machines, ZM for tenoning machines and KFL for the combination machine. The numbers distinguish between sizes and generations – an SFM 2 from the 1960s and an SFM 201-3 are technically different machines; suffixes such as ‘-3’ indicate later versions. As many Bäuerle machines are decades old, the exact designation is often missing from some type plates; in such cases, photographs, dimensions and the details in the advertisement help with identification.
| Model | Data | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| SFM / SFM 2 | Bench router, fixed or with swivelling spindle; e.g. 3 kW, spindle 30 mm, clockwise and anti-clockwise rotation | Bäuerle’s best-selling model: profiling and milling in the joinery workshop |
| SFM 200 / SFM 201 | Bench router, SFM 200 model manufactured approximately 1982 to 1993 | Profiling, rebating and grooving, made to order |
| KFL | Combination machine with two motors, panel saw, long-hole drilling machine and table router with feed mechanism | small workshop with limited space |
| DM 63 / DM 71 | Thickness planer | Thickness planing of solid timber in joinery and carpentry workshops |
| Thickness planer 125/02 | Planing width 610 mm, height up to 200 mm, 4.4 kW, approx. 1,150 kg | Heavy-duty thickness planing of solid timber and wood-based materials |
| AS 41 / AS 51 / AS 63 | Surface planer | Planing of surfaces and edges |
| Chain mortiser | e.g. 1.6 kW, swivelling table and milling unit | Lock cases, fittings, mortises |
| PKS / DS II | Pendulum circular saw / double cross-cut saw | Cutting to length in the cutting shop and joinery |
What we look for in second-hand Bäuerle machines
Spindle and bearings: For table routers, check spindle play, bearing noise, the swivel mechanism and height adjustment. The spindle diameter (e.g. 30 mm) and speeds must be compatible with the available tools.
Tables, guides, feed: Inspect cast iron tables for cracks, rust and flatness; check stops and guides for play. On planers, test the cutter shaft, feed rollers and table adjustment; on combination machines, test all functions individually.
Safety and electrical systems: Older machines often do not comply with current safety standards. Check safety guards, the brake motor, the emergency stop and extraction connections, and retrofit them if necessary; for commercial use, observe the Industrial Safety Regulations.
Spare parts and accessories: Spare parts for Bäuerle machines are available from Riston Werkzeug GmbH. Clarify the model and year of manufacture before purchasing, and check that the accessories supplied – such as tools, stops or feed devices – match those listed in the advert; this significantly increases the value.
Bäuerle at our company: Dealers and stock
Ochmann Woodworking Machinery in Tauberbischofsheim supplies our entire range of Bäuerle machinery: SFM table routers, chain mortisers, thickness planers and the KFL combination machine – all second-hand, usually with accessories. You can find comparable machines for planing and profiling under ‘Weinig’, and our full stock in the ‘Woodworking Machinery’ category.
Frequently asked questions about Bäuerle
Does Bäuerle still exist today?
Yes, as a brand. Following its bankruptcy in 1994, Bäuerle was revived in 2007 and has been part of Riston Werkzeug GmbH in Fellbach since September 2009, which supplies Bäuerle machines, after-sales service and spare parts. Second-hand machines dominate the market.
Is Bäuerle the same as MB Bäuerle?
No. MB Bäuerle (Mathias Bäuerle) from St. Georgen in the Black Forest manufactures folding and enveloping machines for paper processing and has been part of GUK since 2017. The woodworking machines come from Bäuerle in Oberkochen and Schwäbisch Gmünd.
What does SFM stand for at Bäuerle?
SFM is the designation for Bäuerle table routers, which were manufactured in many variants from around 1958 to 2019, ranging from the SFM 1 to the SFM 301-3 – either with a fixed spindle or a swivelling spindle. The numbers distinguish between sizes and generations.
Which Bäuerle machines are most commonly traded second-hand?
On the major second-hand marketplaces, it is primarily the table milling machines from the SFM series, followed by thicknessers and planers such as the DM 63, as well as saws such as the PKS pendulum circular saw and the DS II double crosscut saw.
Where can I get spare parts for an old Bäuerle machine?
Riston Werkzeug GmbH in Fellbach supplies spare parts for Bäuerle machines. Have the model, year of manufacture and, if possible, a photo of the type plate to hand; for very old machines, specialist dealers can also help.
Is a second-hand Bäuerle table router still worth buying?
For joinery workshops and training workshops, often yes: many SFM routers have been in use for decades, and spare parts are still available. Pay attention to the spindle bearings, the condition of the table and the safety features, which can be retrofitted on older models.
What can the Bäuerle KFL do?
The KFL combines a panel saw, a slotted hole drilling machine and a table router with feed in a single machine featuring two motors and a swivelling table – ideal for workshops where there isn’t enough space for three separate machines.
Can I lease a Bäuerle machine or finance it via hire purchase?
For many listings, you can submit a no-obligation leasing or hire-purchase enquiry directly. You can discuss the terms with the dealer or their finance partner; the purchase and payment are handled directly between you and the seller.
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