DN Solutions PUMA VTR 1216 FM

$480,000 - $640,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

Max Spindle

400 RPM

Spindle Power

45/37 kW (60/50 hp)

Max Turn Length

950 mm

max turning diameter

Max. Turning Length

x axis travel

1,700 mm (67 in)

z axis travel

900 mm (35 in)

Overview

The DN Solutions PUMA VTR 1216 FM combines the fixed-head compact design of the 1216 F with live tooling capability, creating a vertical turning center that can both turn and mill large-diameter parts. If you're machining flanges or disc-type components that need bolt holes, keyways, or milled features along with the standard turning operations, the FM eliminates the trip to a second machine.

The spindle pushes 45/37 kW (60/50 hp) with 20,557 Nm (15,162 ft-lb) of torque at 400 RPM — identical to the rest of the VTR 1216 family. What sets the FM apart is the 3,000 RPM live tooling capability that lets you drill, tap, and mill on the vertical table. The max turning diameter is 1,600 mm (63 in) with 950 mm (37 in) of turning length.

X-axis travel spans 1,700 mm (67 in) and Z gives you 900 mm (35 in). Rapids remain at 12 m/min on X and 10 m/min on Z. The fixed-head design keeps the machine height at 5,065 mm — the same as the base F variant and well under the standard 1216's 5,610 mm. That makes the FM a practical choice for shops with lower ceilings that still need milling capability.

At 28,000 kg (61,729 lb), it's 500 kg heavier than the 1216 F due to the live tooling drive mechanism, sitting on the same 5,590 mm by 4,066 mm footprint. The FANUC control handles both turning and milling cycles with full interpolation for the live tooling spindle. For shops that regularly need to drill bolt patterns, tap holes, and cut keyways on large-diameter flange and disc parts, the VTR 1216 FM does it all in one clamping.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
Max Turning Diameter	Max. Turning Length
Max Turning Length	950 mm
X Axis Travel	1,700 mm (67 in)
Z Axis Travel	900 mm (35 in)
Rapid Traverse X	12 m/min (472 in/min)
Rapid Traverse Z	10 m/min (394 in/min)
Max Spindle Speed	400 RPM
Spindle Motor Power	45/37 kW (60/50 hp)
Spindle Torque	20,557 Nm (15,162 ft-lb)
Rotary Tool Speed	3,000 RPM
Machine Length	5,590 mm (220 in)
Machine Width	4,066 mm (160 in)
Machine Height	5,065 mm (199 in)
Machine Weight	28,000 kg (61,729 lb)
CNC Control	FANUC
Metric	IMPERIAL
Capacity	Max. Turning DiameterMax. Turning Length
Travels	X-Axis Rapid TraverseZ-Axis Rapid TraverseX-Axis Travel DistanceZ-Axis Travel Distance
Main Spindle	Max. Spindle SpeedMax. Spindle PowerMax. Spindle Torque
Turret	Rotary Tool r/min
Dimensions	LengthHeightWidthWeight
Favorites	PUMA VTR2025M
1250 Mm	695 mm
49 Inch	27 inch
1600 Mm	1250 mm
63 Inch	49 inch
2000 Mm	1800 mm
79 Inch	71 inch
2500 Mm	2000 mm
98 Inch	79 inch

Specifications sourced from dn-solutions.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Live tooling at 3,000 RPM enables drilling, tapping, and milling on the VTL without a second setup
Compact 5,065 mm height fits in facilities that can't accommodate the full-travel VTR 1216 M
20,557 Nm torque and 60 HP spindle power handle heavy turning on large castings and forgings
1,600 mm turning diameter covers large flanges, rings, and disc components
Eliminates secondary setups for bolt patterns, keyways, and tapped holes on turned parts
FANUC control manages both turning and milling cycles with full interpolation

Limitations

3,000 RPM live tooling speed limits milling productivity compared to dedicated machining centers
950 mm max turning length excludes taller workpieces that need the standard 1216's 1,200 mm Z-travel
28,000 kg weight and large footprint demand engineered foundation and overhead crane
Premium pricing over the base 1216 F for the live tooling capability
400 RPM table speed limits surface finish on smaller-diameter features

Best For

Shops machining large flanges that need turned faces and drilled/tapped bolt patterns in one setup Power generation facilities producing turbine components with milled features and bolt holes Oil and gas manufacturers making large valve bodies with both turned and milled features Facilities with height restrictions needing combined turn-mill capability on large parts Shops looking to reduce setup time and improve concentricity by combining turning and milling operations Heavy equipment manufacturers producing large components with keyways and cross-drilled features

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does FM mean in VTR 1216 FM?

F means fixed-head (reduced Z-travel, lower machine height) and M means milling capability via live tooling. So the FM gives you the compact design of the F variant with the milling ability of the M variant. It's the best of both worlds for shops needing turn-mill capability in a height-restricted space.

02 How does the FM compare to the full-travel 1216 M?

Both have the same turning diameter (1,600 mm), spindle power, and live tooling. The FM has less Z-travel (900 mm vs 1,200 mm) and lower machine height (5,065 mm vs 5,651 mm). Choose the FM for shorter parts in height-restricted facilities; choose the M for taller parts that need the extra Z-travel.

03 What milling operations can the FM perform?

The 3,000 RPM live tooling handles drilling, tapping, counterboring, and light milling operations like keyways and flats. It's not a replacement for a machining center on heavy milling work, but it's more than adequate for bolt patterns, threaded holes, and secondary features that'd otherwise require a second setup.

04 How much does a VTR 1216 FM cost?

New VTR 1216 FM machines typically run $480,000-$640,000. The live tooling adds roughly $50-70K over the base 1216 F. For shops that regularly need milling features on large turned parts, the premium pays for itself quickly by eliminating secondary machine setups.