Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas TM-2

$52,000 - $65,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,016 mm (40 in)

Y Travel

406 mm (16 in)

Z Travel

406 mm (16 in)

Max Spindle

4000 rpm

Spindle Taper

CT or BT 40

Tool Capacity

10-pocket carousel

Overview

The Haas TM-2 is the base-model version of the TM-2P, stretching the toolroom mill concept to 1,016 mm (40 in) of X-axis travel without the P-series productivity enhancements. This is the most affordable way to get 40 inches of X travel under a Haas CNC control with single-phase power capability.

The spindle is the same belt-drive CT/BT 40 taper unit used across the entire TM series: 6,000 RPM, 5.6 kW (7.5 hp), 45 Nm (33 ft-lbf) of torque at 1,200 RPM. Grease-packed bearings and air cooling keep the maintenance profile simple. Like all TM-series machines, the spindle is built for reliability in a toolroom role, not for aggressive material removal.

Rapids and max cutting feedrate are both 10.2 m/min (400 ipm) on all axes — the same as the TM-1. The difference between the TM-2 and TM-2P is in the axis drive system and control features. The TM-2P gets faster rapids; the TM-2 saves money by keeping the base-model motion system.

The table measures 1,466 x 267 mm (57.8 x 10.5 in) with three T-slots and 159 kg (350 lb) load capacity — identical to the TM-2P. That is nearly five feet of table length, which is exceptional for a toolroom-class machine. The 10-pocket carousel tool changer delivers the standard TM-series 5.7-second tool-to-tool and 6.5-second chip-to-chip times.

At approximately 2,295 kg (5,060 lb), the TM-2 installs without special foundation work. It accepts single-phase 220 VAC at 40 amps. Base price is around $52,000 — roughly $5,000 less than the TM-2P. For shops that need 40 inches of X travel on a minimal budget with single-phase power, the TM-2 delivers. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,016 mm (40 in)
Y-Axis Travel	406 mm (16 in)
Z-Axis Travel	406 mm (16 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Max	508 mm (20 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Min	102 mm (4 in)
Max Spindle Speed	4000 rpm
Spindle Taper	CT or BT 40
Spindle Motor Power	7.5 hp
Spindle Torque Max	45 Nm (33 ft-lbf) @ 1,200 RPM
Spindle Drive	Direct Speed, Belt Drive
Spindle Cooling	Air Cooled
Spindle Bearings	Grease Packed
Tool Capacity	10-pocket carousel
Tool To Tool	5.7 sec (avg)
Chip To Chip	6.5 sec (avg)
Max Tool Diameter	89 mm (3.5 in)
Max Tool Weight	5.4 kg (12 lb)
Table Size	1,466 x 267 mm (57.8 x 10.5 in)
Table Load Max	159 kg (350 lb)
T Slots	3 slots, 102 mm (4.0 in) center distance
Max Cutting Feedrate	10.2 m/min (400 ipm)
Rapid Traverse X	10.2 m/min (400 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	10.2 m/min (400 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	10.2 m/min (400 ipm)
Max Thrust X	2000 lbf
Max Thrust Y	2000 lbf
Max Thrust Z	2000 lbf
Machine Weight	2,295 kg (5,060 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Air Required	4 scfm @ 100 psi
Electrical Single Phase	220 VAC 1-phase, 40 A
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 25 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 13 A
Travels	S.A.E
X Axis	40.00 in
Y Axis	16.00 in
Z Axis	16.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	4.0 in
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	7.5 hp
Max Speed	4000 rpm
Max Torque	33.0 ft-lbf @ 1200 rpm
Drive System	Direct Speed, Belt Drive
Taper	CT or BT 40
Bearing Lubrication	Grease Packed
Cooling	Air Cooled
Table	S.A.E
Length	57.8 in
Width	10.5 in
T Slot Width	0.626 in to 0.630 in
T Slot Center Distance	4.00 in
Number Of Std T Slots	3
Max Weight On Table	350 lb
Feedrates	S.A.E
Max Cutting	200 ipm
Rapids On X	200 ipm
Rapids On Y	200 ipm
Rapids On Z	200 ipm
Axis Motors	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	220 VAC
Full Load Amps	40 A
Input Ac Voltage Low	220 VAC
Full Load Amps Low	25 A
Input Ac Voltage High	440 VAC
Full Load Amps High	13 A
Dimensions Shipping	S.A.E
Domestic Pallet	127.0 in x 78.0 in x 100.0 in
Export Pallet	127.0 in x 78.0 in x 100.0 in
Machine Weight	5060 lb
Haas Rotary	HAAS MACHINE
Ha2ts	TM-2
Ha5c	TM-2
Ha5c T	TM-2
Ha5cs	TM-2
Hqda5	TM-2
Hrc160	TM-2
Hrc210	TM-2
Hrt100	TM-2
Hrt160	TM-2
Hrt160 2	TM-2
Hrt160sp	TM-2
Hrt160ss	TM-2
Hrt200hs	TM-2
Hrt210	TM-2
Hrt210ht	TM-2
Hrt210sp	TM-2
Hrt210ss	TM-2
Hrta5	TM-2
Hrta6	TM-2
Lt260	TM-2
Th240	TM-2
Trt100	TM-2
Trt160	TM-2
Trt210	TM-2
Trt70	TM-2

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

40 inches of X travel at around $52K is the most affordable 40-inch CNC mill available with single-phase capability
Nearly 5-foot table length accommodates long fixture plates and rail-type workpieces
Runs on single-phase 220 VAC at 40 amps for shops without 3-phase power
NGC control is identical to production Haas machines for complete skill transfer
40-taper spindle accepts standard tooling shared across the Haas mill lineup
Approximately $5K less than the TM-2P for budget-constrained purchases

Limitations

400 ipm rapids are noticeably slower than the TM-2P across 40 inches of X travel
6,000 RPM max and 7.5 hp severely limit material removal rates
267 mm (10.5 in) table width is very narrow for a machine with 40 inches of X travel
10-pocket carousel with 6.5-second chip-to-chip is slow for multi-tool jobs
159 kg (350 lb) table load is low even for toolroom work with longer fixtures

Best For

Budget toolrooms needing to machine long parts up to 40 inches on single-phase power Training programs where 40-inch travel is needed but the TM-2P premium is not justified Small shops making long fixture plates, jig rails, and replacement parts Garage shops with single-phase power doing occasional long-part machining Secondary machines for light-duty long-part work in larger shops

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the TM-2 and TM-2P?

The TM-2P has faster rapids and improved servo tuning. Travel, spindle, tool changer, table, and electrical requirements are identical. The TM-2P costs approximately $5,000 more. On a machine with 40 inches of X travel, the faster rapids in the TM-2P make a more noticeable difference than on shorter-travel machines.

02 What does a Haas TM-2 cost?

Base price is approximately $52,000. With probing and basic options, expect $57,000-$65,000. Used TM-2 machines trade in the $15,000-$30,000 range.

03 Should I buy a TM-2 or TM-2P?

If you run the machine daily and regularly traverse the full 40 inches of X, the TM-2P's faster rapids save meaningful time and justify the $5K premium. If the machine runs occasionally for toolroom work, the TM-2 saves money without meaningful impact on your workflow.

04 Can the TM-2 handle long parts effectively?

Yes, the 40-inch X travel and nearly 5-foot table handle long parts well. The narrow 10.5-inch table width is the main limitation — you're restricted to single-row vise setups. For wide parts, you need sub-plates that overhang the table edges, but watch the 350 lb load limit.