DN Solutions CNC Lathes / Turning Centers

DN Solutions PUMA VT 1100

Est. $350,000 - $520,000 Specs verified 2026-10-02 · dn-solutions.com Updated 2026-10-02

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Key Specifications

X Travel

580 mm (23 in)

Z Travel

1,000 mm (39 in)

Max Spindle

850 rpm

Rapid Traverse

20 m/min (787 ipm)

Spindle Power

65 kW (87 hp)

Max Turn Length

960 mm (38 in)

How much does the DN Solutions PUMA VT 1100 cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$350,000 - $520,000

Our best estimate for a cnc lathes / turning center in this class — not a quote from DN Solutions. Configuration moves it a long way.

Overview

The DN Solutions PUMA VT 1100 is a vertical turning center with a 32 in chuck, built for short, wide parts: up to 1,100 mm (43 in) in diameter and 960 mm (38 in) in turning length. A 65 kW (87 hp) spindle produces 7,559 N·m (5,575 ft-lb) and runs to 850 rpm, and the turret has 12 stations.

Standing the spindle upright changes how a large part is handled. A ring, hub or housing is lowered onto the chuck face and its own weight seats it, where a horizontal lathe of similar diameter has to hold the same part overhung. The comparison inside DN's range is the PUMA 1000 A: it turns 1,000 mm (39 in) by 2,040 mm (80 in) with 11,011 N·m (8,121 ft-lb) but tops out at 500 rpm. The PUMA VT 1100 gives up length and torque and gains 850 rpm, which suits discs and rings whose smaller bores need speed.

X travel is 580 mm (23 in) and Z travel is 1,000 mm (39 in), with a rapid rate of 20 m/min (787 ipm). DN states that the spindle motor drives through a gear box. An automatic tool changer is listed as an option: it takes Capto C8 shanks, stores 12 tools and accepts tools up to 110 x 450 mm in diameter and length.

No live-tool speed appears in this model's column. Drilled and milled features belong to the PUMA VT 1100 M, which lists 3,000 rpm driven tools and 22,550 kg (49,714 lb) against 22,000 kg (48,502 lb) here. The listed dimensions are 2,830 × 3,305 × 4,012 mm (111 × 130 × 158 in) as length, width and height, so the plan area is modest for the capacity but the 4,012 mm (158 in) height needs checking against the roof and the crane hook.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Chuck Size	32 in
Max Turning Diameter	1,100 mm (43 in)
Max Turning Length	960 mm (38 in)
Rapid Traverse Rate	20 m/min (787 ipm)
X-Axis Travel	580 mm (23 in)
Z-Axis Travel	1,000 mm (39 in)
Max Spindle Speed	850 rpm
Spindle Motor Power	65 kW (87 hp)
Spindle Torque	7,559 N·m (5,575 ft-lb)
Turret Stations	12
Floor Space Required	2,830 × 3,305 × 4,012 mm (111 × 130 × 158 in)
Machine Weight	22,000 kg (48,502 lb)

Specifications sourced from dn-solutions.com — verified 2026-10-02

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

32 in chuck with 1,100 mm (43 in) of turning diameter on a vertical spindle, so heavy parts load from above
65 kW (87 hp) and 7,559 N·m (5,575 ft-lb) through a gear box
850 rpm top speed, against 500 rpm on the horizontal PUMA 1000 A of similar diameter capacity
Optional ATC with Capto C8 shanks, 12 tools and tool sizes up to 110 x 450 mm
Length and width of 2,830 × 3,305 mm (111 × 130 in) for a machine that turns 1,100 mm (43 in) in diameter

Limitations

Turning length stops at 960 mm (38 in); longer parts need a horizontal machine such as the PUMA 1000 A with 2,040 mm (80 in)
No live tooling in the table; the PUMA VT 1100 M is the version with 3,000 rpm driven tools
The ATC is an option, not standard equipment
Stands 4,012 mm (158 in) high and weighs 22,000 kg (48,502 lb), so building height and floor loading need checking

Best For

Rings, hubs, discs and housings up to 1,100 mm (43 in) in diameter Heavy parts that are easier to crane onto a horizontal chuck face Short, wide work under 960 mm (38 in) of turning length Turning-only operations where 12 turret stations cover the tool list

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How big a part can the PUMA VT 1100 turn?

Up to 1,100 mm (43 in) in diameter and 960 mm (38 in) in length, on a 32 in chuck. X travel is 580 mm (23 in) and Z travel is 1,000 mm (39 in). The table gives no maximum workpiece weight, so ask DN for the chuck load limit if your parts are dense for their size.

02 What is the difference between the PUMA VT 1100 and the PUMA VT 1100 M?

Two rows. The PUMA VT 1100 M lists a live-tool speed of 3,000 rpm and a machine weight of 22,550 kg (49,714 lb). The PUMA VT 1100 has no live-tool row and weighs 22,000 kg (48,502 lb). Chuck, travels, spindle and the 12-station turret are the same in both columns.

03 Is the automatic tool changer standard on the PUMA VT 1100?

No. DN lists the ATC as an option. It uses Capto C8 tool shanks, stores 12 tools and handles a maximum tool size of 110 x 450 mm, diameter by length. The base machine works from its 12-station turret.

04 When does a vertical lathe like this make more sense than a horizontal one?

When the part is wide and short. The PUMA VT 1100 takes 1,100 mm (43 in) of diameter but only 960 mm (38 in) of length, and the part rests on the chuck under its own weight. For long work DN's PUMA 1000 A turns 2,040 mm (80 in) at 1,000 mm (39 in) of diameter, with 11,011 N·m (8,121 ft-lb) and a 500 rpm limit.

05 What should be checked before installing a PUMA VT 1100?

Height and weight first. The machine is listed at 2,830 × 3,305 × 4,012 mm (111 × 130 × 158 in) as length, width and height and 22,000 kg (48,502 lb). Confirm clearance above the 4,012 mm (158 in) height for the crane that loads the chuck, and the floor rating under the machine plus the part.