Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas GR-712

$193,995 - $250,000 Updated 2026-03-12

Key Specifications

X Travel

3,683 mm (145 in)

Y Travel

2,159 mm (85 in)

Z Travel

279 mm (11 in)

Max Spindle

8,100 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT or BT 40

Tool Capacity

10-pocket carousel

Overview

The Haas GR-712 is a gantry router designed for shops that need to process large sheet material and oversized parts. With 3,683 x 2,159 x 279 mm (145 x 85 x 11 in) of travel, the GR-712 covers a full 12-foot by 7-foot working area, making it the go-to machine for sign shops, composite layup trimming, pattern making, and fixture machining in aluminum, plastics, and non-ferrous metals.

The spindle is an 11.2 kW (15 hp) belt-drive unit running to 8,100 RPM with 65 Nm (48 ft-lbf) of torque at 1,500 RPM. That power level is calibrated for routing operations in aluminum, MDF, foam, plastics, and composite materials rather than heavy steel cutting. The gantry design moves the spindle over a stationary table, which means the part stays put while the machine does the moving. This matters when you are working with large, thin, or delicate sheet goods that cannot handle the forces of being moved on a traveling table.

Rapids are fast: 20.3 m/min (800 ipm) on X, 53.3 m/min (2,100 ipm) on Y, and 27.9 m/min (1,100 ipm) on Z. That Y-axis rapid is among the fastest in the Haas lineup and keeps non-cutting time to a minimum when traversing the full 85-inch span. The standard 1-inch thick aluminum table supports 2,722 kg (6,000 lb) of evenly distributed load. An optional steel table is available for shops that need T-slots for clamping.

The 10-pocket carousel tool changer handles basic tool changes, though the limited capacity means shops running complex programs may need to plan tool usage carefully. Coolant capacity is 360 L (95 gal), and the machine ships at 10,887 kg (24,000 lb). The rigid steel frame construction provides stability across the full travel range, and a traveling guard keeps chips and coolant contained. The GR-712 runs on the standard Haas NGC control, so training and programming are consistent with every other Haas machine in the shop. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	3,683 mm (145 in)
Y-Axis Travel	2,159 mm (85 in)
Z-Axis Travel	279 mm (11 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Max	343 mm (13.5 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Min	64 mm (2.5 in)
Max Spindle Speed	8,100 RPM
Spindle Taper	CT or BT 40
Spindle Motor Power	15.0 hp
Spindle Torque Max	65 Nm (48 ft-lbf) @ 1,500 RPM
Spindle Drive	Direct Speed, Belt Drive
Tool Capacity	10-pocket carousel
Max Tool Diameter	3.5 in
Max Tool Weight	12.0 lb
Table Size	3,658 x 1,829 mm (144 x 72 in)
Table Thickness	25 mm (1 in) aluminum
Table Load Max	2,722 kg (6,000 lb)
Between Columns	86.0 in
Max Cutting Feedrate	20.3 m/min (800 ipm)
Rapid Traverse X	20.3 m/min (800 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	53.3 m/min (2,100 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	27.9 m/min (1,100 ipm)
Max Thrust X	2520 lbf
Max Thrust Y	1020 lbf
Max Thrust Z	2050 lbf
Machine Weight	10,887 kg (24,000 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	95 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	145.00 in
Y Axis	85.00 in
Z Axis	11.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	2.5 in
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	15.0 hp
Max Speed	8100 rpm
Max Torque	48.0 ft-lbf @ 1500 rpm
Drive System	Direct Speed, Belt Drive
Taper	CT or BT 40
Table	S.A.E
Length	144.0 in
Width	72.0 in
Thickness	1.0 in
Max Weight On Table	6000 lb
Feedrates	S.A.E
Max Cutting	800 ipm
Rapids On X	800 ipm
Rapids On Y	2100 ipm
Rapids On Z	1100 ipm
Axis Motors	S.A.E
Tool Changer	S.A.E
Type	Carousel
Capacity	10
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	226.0 in x 137.0 in x 116.0 in
Export Crate	226.0 in x 137.0 in x 119.0 in
Machine Weight	24000 lb
Domestic Pallet W Ec Option	226 in x 137 in x 116 in
Export Crate W Ec Option	226 in x 137 in x 118 in
Weight W Ec Option	24200 lb
Domestic Pallet W Ez24 Option	226 in x 137 in x 124 in
Export Crate W Ez24 Option	226 in x 137 in x 127 in
Weight W Ez24 Option	24600 lb

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

145 x 85 inch work area covers full 4x8 and 5x10 sheet material with room to spare for nested part programs
53.3 m/min (2,100 ipm) Y-axis rapids minimize non-cutting time when traversing the 7-foot gantry span
Rigid steel frame construction provides stability across the full travel range for consistent surface finishes
2,722 kg table load capacity handles thick aluminum plate, composite layups, and heavy fixture setups
NGC control with the same interface as every other Haas machine means no retraining for existing operators
Traveling guard keeps chips and coolant contained, which is a real benefit when routing composite materials

Limitations

279 mm (11 in) Z-travel limits the machine to relatively flat parts; deep cavity work requires the optional 24-inch Z extension
15 HP spindle is sized for aluminum and plastics, not heavy steel cutting; shops needing ferrous capability should look at the HDC series
10-pocket carousel tool changer constrains complex multi-tool programs; no SMTC option available
Base price near $194K is significant for a router, though the Haas build quality and support network justify the investment

Best For

Sign shops and graphics companies routing aluminum, plastics, and composite sheet materials Aerospace composite trimming and drilling operations on large layup panels Pattern making and prototype shops working with MDF, foam, Ren Board, and modeling materials Fixture and jig manufacturing for automotive and industrial assembly lines Nested-part production runs in aluminum and non-ferrous sheet stock Shops that need a large-format CNC router with industrial build quality and Haas support

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What materials can the Haas GR-712 cut?

The GR-712 is designed for aluminum, plastics, composites, MDF, foam, Ren Board, and other non-ferrous materials. The 15 HP spindle can handle light steel routing, but this machine is not designed for heavy ferrous metal cutting. For steel work on a large platform, look at the Haas VS-3 or HDC-3.

02 What is the difference between the GR-712 and GR-510?

The GR-712 has a larger work area at 145 x 85 inches versus 120 x 60 inches on the GR-510. Both share the same 15 HP spindle and 8,100 RPM max speed. Choose the GR-712 when your sheet sizes or part layouts exceed the GR-510 capacity.

03 Can I get a steel table for the GR-712?

Yes. The standard table is a 1-inch thick aluminum plate. Haas offers optional steel tables with T-slots in both inch and metric configurations. The steel table adds roughly $21,000-$22,000 to the price.

04 What does a new Haas GR-712 cost?

Base price starts at around $193,995. Common options like the steel table, extended Z-axis, and coolant upgrades can bring the total to $230,000 to $250,000 depending on configuration.

05 How much floor space does the GR-712 need?

The domestic shipping pallet measures 575 x 348 x 295 cm (226 x 137 x 116 in). Plan for a clear area of at least 7 x 4 meters to accommodate the machine plus operator access and chip management.