DN Solutions CNC Lathes / Turning Centers

DN Solutions PUMA VT 1100 M

Est. $400,000 - $580,000 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 M cost?

Estimated price range

Est.$400,000 - $580,000

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

Driven tools are the reason to pick the DN Solutions PUMA VT 1100 M over its turning-only twin. This vertical turning center adds a 3,000 rpm live-tool speed to a 12-station turret, above a 32 in chuck that takes parts up to 1,100 mm (43 in) in diameter and 960 mm (38 in) in length.

Large rings and hubs rarely leave the lathe finished. They go on to a machining center for bolt circles, tapped holes and radial ports, and each move means another lift and another clamping to indicate true. With rotary tools on the turret those features can be cut while the part still sits on the chuck it was turned on. The table lists no Y travel and no power or torque for the driven tools, so plan on drilling, tapping and centreline milling, and get the drive rating from DN before committing larger cutters.

The turning side is identical to the PUMA VT 1100: 65 kW (87 hp), 7,559 N·m (5,575 ft-lb) and 850 rpm, 580 mm (23 in) of X, 1,000 mm (39 in) of Z and a 20 m/min (787 ipm) rapid rate. The milling hardware shows up in one more place, the weight, which is 22,550 kg (49,714 lb) where the PUMA VT 1100 is 22,000 kg (48,502 lb).

DN also lists an optional ATC for the series with Capto C8 shanks, storage for 12 tools and a maximum tool of 110 x 450 mm, diameter by length. The machine occupies 2,830 × 3,305 mm (111 × 130 in) of floor and stands 4,012 mm (158 in) high.

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
Live Tool Speed	3,000 rpm
Floor Space Required	2,830 × 3,305 × 4,012 mm (111 × 130 × 158 in)
Machine Weight	22,550 kg (49,714 lb)

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

3,000 rpm driven tools on a 12-station turret, so bolt circles and ports are cut in the turning setup
Same 65 kW (87 hp), 7,559 N·m (5,575 ft-lb), 850 rpm spindle as the PUMA VT 1100, with no loss of turning capacity
1,100 mm (43 in) turning diameter and 960 mm (38 in) turning length on a 32 in chuck
20 m/min (787 ipm) rapid rate over 580 mm (23 in) of X and 1,000 mm (39 in) of Z
An ATC with Capto C8 shanks and storage for 12 tools is available as an option

Limitations

No Y travel is listed, so off-centre milled features cannot be planned from the table
Live-tool power and torque are not in the table, only the 3,000 rpm speed
At 22,550 kg (49,714 lb) it is heavier than the PUMA VT 1100 at 22,000 kg (48,502 lb)
The 4,012 mm (158 in) height rules out low bays, more so once crane clearance is added

Best For

Flanges and hubs that need drilled and tapped bolt circles after turning Valve bodies and housings up to 1,100 mm (43 in) with radial ports Shops removing a second machining-center operation on large rings Heavy, short parts under 960 mm (38 in) loaded by crane

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What speed do the live tools run at on the PUMA VT 1100 M?

The table lists a live-tool speed of 3,000 rpm on the 12-station turret. It does not state the power or torque of the drive. For drill and tap sizes beyond the ordinary, ask DN for the driven-tool motor rating first.

02 Does the PUMA VT 1100 M lose any turning capacity compared with the PUMA VT 1100?

No row shows a loss. Both list a 32 in chuck, 1,100 mm (43 in) turning diameter, 960 mm (38 in) turning length, 65 kW (87 hp), 7,559 N·m (5,575 ft-lb) and 850 rpm. The differences are the 3,000 rpm live-tool speed and the weight: 22,550 kg (49,714 lb) for the PUMA VT 1100 M and 22,000 kg (48,502 lb) for the PUMA VT 1100.

03 Can it mill off-centre features?

The listed axes are X, with 580 mm (23 in), and Z, with 1,000 mm (39 in). No Y travel appears in the table. Holes and slots on the centreline of the tool path are covered; a flat or pocket that needs the tool offset from centre should be discussed with DN before the job is quoted on this machine.

04 Is a tool changer available?

Yes, as an option. DN describes an ATC that takes Capto C8 shanks, stores 12 tools and accepts tools up to 110 x 450 mm in diameter and length. It is not part of the standard machine, so it has to be on the order.

05 How heavy and how tall is the PUMA VT 1100 M?

22,550 kg (49,714 lb), with listed dimensions of 2,830 × 3,305 × 4,012 mm (111 × 130 × 158 in) as length, width and height. The height is the figure to check first: allow for it plus the hook height needed to lower a part onto the chuck.