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Is Piranha The Best Hydraulic Ironworker?
The Piranha hydraulic ironworker machine delivers what you need the most which is reliability, durability, and repeatability. Since 1974 Piranha Ironworkers have been known as heavy duty fabrication machines. Most metal fabrication shops need some way to punch, shear and notch metal plate, and the Piranha Ironworker is the machine for the job.
The Piranha hydraulic ironworker machine line ranges from 50 to 140 tons. The machines are both Dual operation and single operation depending on production needed. At Sterling Machinery Exchange we offer both new and used Piranha Ironworkers for sale. We also are looking to purchase ironworkers. We have a complete line up of Hydraulic Ironworkers like the P-50, which has 50 Tons of punching power. The flat bar shear 3/8" x 12", angle shear that can cut 3/8" x 3" x 3". A coper notcher with a capacity of 1/4" x 2-1/4" x 3". Adding the Piranha press brake bending attachment you can bend up to 12" material. The P-50 one of the most popular ironworkers on the market today.
What Model Of Piranha Ironworker Is Best For My Shop?
Additional Piranha Models include the P-65 65 Tons with a 5/8" x 15" Capacity Shear and a 3/8" x 5" Angle Shear, P-90 90 Tons, P-110 110 Tons with a 1/2" x 20" shear capacity and up to a 24" press brake, P-140.
Dual Operation Hydraulic Ironworkers PII-88 and the PII-140 meaning you can work on two stations at the same time. Great for small shops with lots of production.
An Ironworker has multiple stations on the same machine to specifically performs a variety of tasks such as punching, shearing notching, bending, and other metal fabrication tasks. An ironworker can sometimes replace the need for drill presses and bandsaws.
With a wide range of ironworker machine tooling available and ironworker machine attachments, a Piranha ironworker machine offers unparalleled versatility, and savings in set up time.
We Buy, Sell and Trade New and Used Piranha Ironworkers.
All Piranha Ironworkers come standard with a round bar shearing section, with the exception of the P50. The P50 can shear a round bar with an optional attachment.
Standard features on most Piranha ironworkers are: Urethane stripper attachment, automation urethane hold-downs, a direct line of sight over the hold down bar, low rake angle on the flat bar shear, floating upper blade on the angle shear, low rake angle on the coper notcher, and a unique dovetail design for quick change tooling unique to Piranhas. The Piranha machine is known for ease of use with a simple joystick operation that controls allowing high or low approach speeds. They also have foot pedals to actuate leaving your hands free to form material. The machines a quick-to-learn operation design. The user-friendly design is rounded out with a foot pedal which allows the machine to quickly be turned into a production punching or forming workstation.
For all your fabrications and Ironworker needs, contact the experts at Sterling Machinery Exchange and Fabrication for new and used machinery. Let us direct you to find the best equipment for your factory. Sterling Machinery Exchange and fabrication is a leader in the industry with a showroom of Piranha Ironworkers, both new and used.
We buy and sell surplus machinery and equipment since 1954, and we know what will work for you. We offer ironworkers that punch, notch, shear and brake all types of metal materials, bar-stock and angle. We offer a full line of high quality, low maintenance hydraulic Ironworkers. We showcase several ironworkers in a wide range of sizes to meet your needs.
Call US NOW, so the experts at Sterling Machinery Exchange and Fabrication can help you find the right Piranha Ironworker for your fabrication needs. (626) 444-0311
- New
50 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker, Mdl. P-50, Flat Shear Station, Hold Down Assembly, Quick Change Tooling, Angle Shear, Instruction/Parts Book, Coper-Notcher Station, Coupling Wrench, Punch Station, Electric Foot Switch, Electric Limit Switches, #SMP50
- New
65 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker, Mdl. P-65, Complete Punching Attachment With Split Dove Tail Mounting, 5 Punch & Die Sets, Automatic Urethane Hold Down On The Punch Stripper And On Angle, Plate & Bar Shear, Front & Rear 5 Position Joy Stick Electric Controls, Remote Electric Foot Switch (can Be Connected At Either End Of Machine), Coupling Wrench, Set Of Round Bar Knives (2 Way), Set Of Angle Knives (8 Way Top) (4 Way Bottom), Electric Limit Switches, Set Of Coper Knives (2 Way Top) (4 Way Bottom), 2 Chip Buckets, Extra Oil Filter, 3/8" Allen Wrench, Integral Lifting Lug For Instant Portability, # 40 And # 45 Punch Nuts With Wrench & Stripper, #SMP65
- New
66 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker, Mdl. BII-66, Automatic Hydraulic Clamping in the Flat and Angle Shear Section, Magnetic Work Light, Productivity Package for the punching, shearing and notching stations., #SMBII66
- New
88 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker, Mdl. PII88, Automatic Hold Down, Punch Holder, Stripper, & Die Block, 5 Punch & Die Sets 9/16” Through 1-1/16”, Set Of Angle Knives, Set 1” Round Bar Knives, Set of 20-5/8” Plate Shear Knives, Set Of Coper Knives, Coupling Wrench, Set Of Chip Buckets, Extra Filter Element, Two (2) Foot Switches, #SMPII88
- New
88 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker , Mdl. BII-88, Automatic Hydraulic Clamping in the Flat and Angle Shear Section, Magnetic Work Light, Productivity Package for the punching, shearing and notching stations., #SMBII88
- New
90 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker, Mdl. SMP90, Automatic Hold Down, Punch Holder, Stripper, & Die Block, Foot Switch, 5 Punch & Die Sets 9/16” Through 1-1/16”, Set Of Angle Knives, Set 1-1/4” Round Bar Knives, Instruction/Parts Book/Video, Set Of Coper Knives, Coupling Wrench, Set Of 14-5/8” Plate Shear Knives, Set Of Chip Buckets, Extra Filter Element, 3/8” Allen Wrench, #SMP90
- New
110 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker, Mdl. P-110, Complete Punching Attachment With Split Dove Tail Mounting, 5 Punch & Die Sets, Automatic Urethane Hold Down On The Punch Stripper And On Angle, Plate & Bar Shear, Front & Rear 5 Position Joy Stick Electric Controls, Remote Electric Foot Switch (can Be Connected At Either End Of Machine), Coupling Wrench, Set Of Round Bar Knives (2 Way), Set Of 16.625" Plate Shear Knives (4 Way), Extra Blank Knife To Extend Shear To 20.5", Electric Limit Switches, 2 Chip Buckets, Extra Oil Filter, 3/8" Allen Wrench, Integral Lifting Lug For Instant Portability, #SMP110
- New
120 Tons piranha SEP120, New #SMSEP120
- New
132 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker , Mdl. BII-132, Automatic Hydraulic Clamping in the Flat and Angle Shear Section, Magnetic Work Light, Productivity Package for the punching, shearing and notching stations., #SMBII132
- New
140 Tons piranha PII-140, New #SMPII140
- New
140 Tons piranha P-140, New #SMP140
- New
225 Tons Brand New Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker , Mdl. BII-225, Automatic Hydraulic Clamping in the Flat and Angle Shear Section, Magnetic Work Light, Productivity Package for the punching, shearing and notching stations., #SMBII225
- Used
70 Tons Used Piranha Hydraulic Multi Station Hydraulic Ironworker (Guaranteed Machine), Mdl. P-70, Punch & Die Holder, Flat Bar Shear, Coper Notcher, Joystick control at front and rear of machine, Foot Control, Angle Shear, Punches & Dies in Photo, Back Gauge, Punch Table, Press Brake Attachment, #A7787
- Used
120 Tons Used Piranha Hydraulic Ironworker Sharpened Shear Blades (Heavy Duty), Mdl. P-120, Flat Shear Station, Foot Pedal Punch Control, Coper/Notcher, Angle Shear, Punch Station, Shear Blades Freshly Sharpened, High Quality Industrial Paint Job, #A7687
Ironworker Machine FAQs
What is an ironworker machine?
Often referred to as the “Swiss Army Knife” of fabrication, an ironworker machine is a cost-effective way to punch, shear, notch, and bend metal. It can punch holes of various shapes and sizes, shear rods, flat bars, and angle irons, and handle many other fabricating tasks with optional tooling.
When is an ironworker used?
An ironworker is often the first step in the fabrication process. A single machine can prepare enough material to keep an entire shop’s welders supplied. They’re commonly used in construction, manufacturing, and metal processing for punching diameters, shearing stock, and preparing parts quickly.
What types of ironworkers are available?
There are two basic styles: fully integrated European-style ironworkers and component-tool tabletop machines. Tonnage, punching diameter, and material thickness capacity should be considered when choosing the right ironworker for your needs.
What are the most popular ironworker brands?
Top ironworker brands include Scotchman, Amada Marvel, Piranha, Baileigh, Geka, Mubea, and US Industrial. Popular models include the Scotchman Porta-Fab 45, the Piranha P50, P90, and P120, and the Geka Microcrop, Bendicrop, and Hydracrop.
What size ironworker do I need?
The most common sizes are 60-ton and 130-ton ironworkers, though capacities range from small 45-ton units to heavy-duty 150-ton dual-operation hydraulic machines. Choosing the right machine depends on your material thickness, diameter capacity, and intended operations.
Save Time and Money With a Used Ironworker
Buying a used ironworker machine is a smart way to save money while gaining productivity. A quality used ironworker from a trusted brand can reduce hours of drill time and manual cutting. Sterling Machinery carries a wide range of used machines, fully inspected and ready to work.



















