The invention relates to the field of vertical lathes, in particular to a multi-column multi-tool high-efficiency composite machining center, comprising a beam, a column and a worktable, and a column lifting assembly is arranged between the beam and the column, and is characterized in that the column is 4-8 They are evenly arranged on the periphery of the worktable in the form of extremely symmetrical distribution; the worktable is provided with a central column in the center, and a central beam sleeve is arranged on the central column, and the central beam sleeve is connected with the lifting assembly of the central column. The flange is connected to the center beam sleeve, the lifting and lowering of the beam, the lifting and lowering of the boring and milling head on the beam, the horizontal movement of the boring and milling head and the turning tool holder, the column retraction operation of the column, and the rotation of the worktable are controlled by the numerical control system respectively. . Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: equipped with different tools and accessories, it can realize five functions of gantry boring and milling, gear milling machine, radial drill, vertical turning and floor boring and milling, and becomes an efficient and multifunctional machine. The compound vertical lathe doubles the processing efficiency.