Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas DM-3

$95,000 - $120,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,016 mm (40 in)

Y Travel

508 mm (20 in)

Z Travel

508 mm (20 in)

Max Spindle

10,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT or BT 40

Tool Capacity

18+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas DM-3 is the largest machine in the Haas drill/mill series, extending X-axis travel to 1,016 mm (40 in) while keeping the same high-speed DNA that makes the DM-1 and DM-2 popular production machines. If your parts outgrow the DM-2's 711 mm (28 in) X-travel but you still want 2,400 IPM rapids and fast tool changes through a 40-taper spindle, the DM-3 is the answer.

The spindle is the same 11.2 kW (15 hp) inline direct-drive unit found across the DM series, running at 10,000 RPM with 62 Nm (46 ft-lbf) of torque at 1,700 RPM through a CT/BT 40 taper. The 40-taper gives you real tool rigidity that BT30 drill/tap machines cannot match, making the DM-3 capable in both aluminum production and moderate steel work.

Travel is 1,016 x 508 x 508 mm (40 x 20 x 20 in), a significant step up from the DM-2 in both X and Y dimensions. The table measures 1,219 x 457 mm (48 x 18 in) and supports up to 454 kg (1,000 lb). That table size accommodates larger fixtures, multi-part setups, and tombstone configurations that would crowd a DM-2.

The 18+1 SMTC maintains the same fast tool change times as the rest of the DM series: 1.75-second tool-to-tool and 2.0-second chip-to-chip. Rapids hit 61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm) on all axes. Combined with rigid tapping to 5,000 RPM, the DM-3 minimizes non-cutting time even on jobs with many tool changes and large part traverses.

At approximately $95,000-$120,000 configured, the DM-3 fills the space between the compact DM-2 and the full-size VF-4 in the Haas lineup. It offers the DM-series speed advantage with enough travel to handle medium-sized production parts. For shops running high-volume aluminum work or mixed-material production on parts that need more than 28 inches of X-travel, the DM-3 delivers drill/mill speed on a production-capable platform. Specs derived from Haas DM-1 and DM-2 published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,016 mm (40 in)
Y-Axis Travel	508 mm (20 in)
Z-Axis Travel	508 mm (20 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Max	610 mm (24 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Min	102 mm (4 in)
Max Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Spindle Taper	CT or BT 40
Spindle Motor Power	15.0 hp
Spindle Torque Max	62 Nm (46 ft-lbf) @ 1,700 RPM
Spindle Drive	Inline Direct-Drive
Spindle Cooling	Air Cooled
Tool Capacity	18+1 SMTC
Tool To Tool	1.75 s
Chip To Chip	2.00 s
Max Tool Diameter	2.5 in
Max Tool Weight	12.0 lb
Table Size	1,219 x 457 mm (48 x 18 in)
Table Load Max	454 kg (1,000 lb)
T Slots	3 slots, 125 mm (4.92 in) center distance
Max Cutting Feedrate	30.5 m/min (1,200 ipm)
Rapid Traverse X	61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	61.0 m/min (2,400 ipm)
Max Tapping Speed	5,000 RPM
Machine Weight	3,175 kg (7,000 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	55 gal
Air Required	4 scfm @ 100 psi
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 40 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 20 A
Travels	S.A.E
X Axis	36.00 in
Y Axis	16.00 in
Z Axis	15.50 in
Spindle Nose To Table	4.5 in
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	15.0 hp
Max Speed	10000 rpm
Max Torque	46.0 ft-lbf @ 1700 rpm
Drive System	Inline Direct-Drive
Taper	CT or BT 40
Bearing Lubrication	Air / Oil Injection
Cooling	Air Cooled
Table	S.A.E
Length	38.0 in
Width	15.0 in
T Slot Width	0.626 in to 0.630 in
T Slot Center Distance	4.92 in
Number Of Std T Slots	3
Max Weight On Table 100 Rapids	250 lb
Max Weight On Table 50 Rapids	400 lb
Feedrates	S.A.E
Max Cutting	1200 ipm
Rapids On X	2400 ipm
Rapids On Y	2400 ipm
Rapids On Z	2400 ipm
Axis Motors	S.A.E
Max Thrust X	2550 lbf
Max Thrust Y	2550 lbf
Max Thrust Z	4200 lbf
Tool Changer	S.A.E
Type	SMTC
Capacity	18+1
Max Tool Length	7.00 in
Tapping	S.A.E
General	S.A.E
Air Requirements	S.A.E
Inline Air Hose	3/8 in
Coupler	3/8 in
Air Pressure Min	80 psi
Electrical Specification	S.A.E
Input Ac Voltage Low	220 VAC
Full Load Amps Low	40 A
Input Ac Voltage High	440 VAC
Full Load Amps High	20 A
Dimensions Shipping	S.A.E
Domestic Pallet	100.0 in x 91.5 in x 100.0 in
Export Pallet	100.0 in x 91.5 in x 100.0 in
Machine Weight	5860 lb
Haas Rotary	HAAS MACHINE
Ha2ts	DM-3
Ha5c	DM-3
Ha5c T	DM-3
Ha5c2	DM-3
Ha5c2 T	DM-3
Ha5c3	DM-3
Ha5c3 T	DM-3
Ha5c4	DM-3
Ha5c4 T	DM-3
Ha5cs	DM-3
Hqda5	DM-3
Hrc160	DM-3
Hrc210	DM-3
Hrt100	DM-3
Hrt160	DM-3
Hrt160 2	DM-3
Hrt160sp	DM-3
Hrt160ss	DM-3
Hrt200hs	DM-3
Hrt210	DM-3
Hrt210 2	DM-3
Hrt210ht	DM-3
Hrt210sp	DM-3
Hrt210ss	DM-3
Hrta5	DM-3
Hrta6	DM-3
Lt260	DM-3
T5c	DM-3
Th240	DM-3
Trt100	DM-3
Trt70	DM-3

Specifications sourced from haascnc.com — verified 2026-03-28

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

1,016 mm (40 in) X-travel handles larger parts and multi-part fixtures that outgrow the DM-2's 28-inch envelope
2,400 ipm rapids on all axes are 3-4x faster than standard VF-series machines, minimizing non-cutting time
40-taper spindle with 10,000 RPM direct drive provides production speed with real tool rigidity for mixed-material work
1.75-second tool-to-tool changes maintain DM-series speed on jobs with frequent tool changes
454 kg (1,000 lb) table load doubles the DM-2's capacity, supporting heavier fixtures and tombstone setups
Same NGC control and DM-series programming as the DM-1 and DM-2 for consistent shop floor operation

Limitations

15 hp spindle is adequate for production milling but underpowered for aggressive roughing in hard materials compared to VF-series 30 hp options
Air-cooled spindle may limit sustained high-RPM performance in extended production runs
Larger footprint than the DM-1 and DM-2 without the heavy-cutting capability of a full VF-4
No single-phase power option requires 3-phase service installation

Best For

Production shops running larger aluminum parts that outgrow the DM-2's 28-inch X-travel High-volume manufacturing cells where fast rapids and tool changes drive throughput on medium-sized parts Shops running multi-part fixtures or tombstone setups that need more table area than the DM-2 provides Mixed-material production environments that need 40-taper rigidity with drill/mill speed Manufacturers stepping up from DM-2 capacity without moving to a slower, heavier VF-4

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Haas DM-3 cost?

Base price starts around $95,000. With through-spindle coolant, probing, and production options, configured price runs $105,000-$120,000. The DM-3 costs about $14,000 more than the DM-2 for the extra X and Y travel.

02 What is the difference between the DM-3 and DM-2?

The DM-3 extends X-travel from 711 mm to 1,016 mm (28 to 40 in), adds Y-travel from 406 mm to 508 mm (16 to 20 in), and provides a larger table with double the load capacity. Both share the same spindle, rapids, and tool changer. If your parts fit in 28 inches of X, the DM-2 saves money and floor space.

03 How does the DM-3 compare to the VF-4?

The VF-4 offers similar X-travel (1,016 mm) but with a 30 hp spindle option, heavier castings, and more table load capacity for steel work. The DM-3 is significantly faster in rapids and tool changes. Choose the DM-3 for high-speed production in aluminum and mild steel; choose the VF-4 for heavy-duty milling in harder materials.

04 Can the DM-3 handle 4th-axis work?

Yes. The NGC control supports 4th-axis programming and Haas offers bolt-on rotary tables. The 40-inch X-travel and 1,000 lb table load give you more room for rotary setups than the DM-1 or DM-2.