This is interesting. I got the following response from Mikini...
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Thank you for your interest in our 1610L.

We will be releasing a second version of the 1610LP optimized for shorter
cycle times with a tool changer and higher power axial and spindle drive
systems. It will be 30 taper, 10 tool exchange, and fit within the same
floorprint as the 1610L. It is being released as a 2011 model year
machine. It will be priced at $22,500

Please feel free to be in touch with any further questions, or to discuss
your application and needs.

We also build semi custom 1610L variants and fully custom 3, 4 and 5 axis
VMC machines to suit customer's requirements.

Mikini Mechatronics,LLC
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The only issue is that at $22.5k, it puts it up against a used Haas Mini Mill. Would there be an advantage to buying a new Mikini vs. a couple of year old Haas besides the size issue?