Haas Automation 5-Axis Machining Centers

Haas UMC-1250/50

$285,000 - $365,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,270 mm (50 in)

Y Travel

762 mm (30 in)

Z Travel

635 mm (25 in)

Max Spindle

7500 rpm

Spindle Taper

CT50 / BT50

Tool Capacity

40+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas UMC-1250/50 is a 50-taper 5-axis universal machining center built for shops that need simultaneous 5-axis capability with heavy-duty cutting authority. With 1,270 x 762 x 635 mm (50 x 30 x 25 in) of XYZ travel plus a dual-axis trunnion table, it handles complex 5-sided and full 5-axis work on large, heavy parts.

The 2-speed gearbox spindle delivers 460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) of torque at 700 RPM with a max speed of 6,000 RPM from 22.4 kW (30 hp). The lower max RPM compared to VF-series 50-taper machines reflects the UMC's focus on 5-axis contouring of ferrous materials rather than high-speed aluminum work. The torque output is what matters here — driving large-diameter ball nose cutters and face mills through steel and cast iron at complex angles.

The trunnion table features a 1,016 mm (40 in) diameter platter with a 907 kg (2,000 lb) maximum load capacity. The A-axis tilts from +110 to -35 degrees (145 degrees total), and the C-axis provides full 360-degree rotation. Both axes are driven by high-torque direct-drive motors for smooth, precise 5-axis contouring.

The 40+1 SMTC provides generous tool capacity for complex 5-axis programs that typically require many different cutters. Machine weight is approximately 12,247 kg (27,000 lb), providing the mass needed for stable 5-axis cutting.

Base price starts around $285,000. The UMC-1250/50 fills a unique niche — affordable 5-axis machining with 50-taper torque. Competing 5-axis machines from European and Japanese builders with similar capability often cost two to three times as much. For shops entering 5-axis work on ferrous materials, the value proposition is compelling. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,270 mm (50 in)
Y-Axis Travel	762 mm (30 in)
Z-Axis Travel	635 mm (25 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Max	838 mm (33 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Min	203 mm (8 in)
Max Spindle Speed	7500 rpm
Spindle Taper	CT50 / BT50
Spindle Motor Power	60.0 hp
Spindle Torque Max	460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) @ 700 RPM
Spindle Drive	2-Speed Gearbox
Spindle Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Tool Capacity	40+1 SMTC
Tool To Tool	4.2 sec (avg)
Chip To Chip	6.8 sec (avg)
Max Tool Diameter	102 mm (4 in) full, 127 mm (5 in) adjacent empty
Max Tool Weight	13.6 kg (30 lb)
Table Type	Dual-axis trunnion
Table Diameter	1,016 mm (40 in)
Table Load Max	907 kg (2,000 lb)
A Axis Range	+110° / -35°
C Axis Range	360° continuous
Max Cutting Feedrate	12.7 m/min (500 ipm)
Rapid Traverse X	18.0 m/min (710 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	18.0 m/min (710 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	15.2 m/min (600 ipm)
Machine Weight	12,247 kg (27,000 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	416 L (110 gal)
Air Required	4 scfm @ 100 psi
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 80 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 40 A
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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
Drive System	Inline Direct-Drive
Input Ac Voltage Low	220 VAC
Full Load Amps Low	105 A
Input Ac Voltage High	440 VAC
Full Load Amps High	53 A
Dimensions Shipping	S.A.E
Domestic Pallet	177.0 in x 110.0 in x 121.0 in
Export Crate	177.0 in x 112.5 in x 124.5 in
Machine Weight	18820 lb
Domestic Pallet For Sheet Metal Crate	125 in x 45 in x 47 in
Export Crate For Sheet Metal	130 in x 50 in x 58 in
Weight For Sheet Metal Crate	1000 lb

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Full 5-axis simultaneous capability with 50-taper torque — a rare combination at this price point
460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) torque enables heavy 5-axis roughing in steel and cast iron
1,016 mm (40 in) trunnion table with 907 kg (2,000 lb) capacity handles large 5-axis workpieces
40+1 SMTC provides generous tool capacity for complex 5-axis programs with many cutters
145-degree A-axis range (+110/-35) provides excellent part access from multiple angles
Dramatically lower cost than competing European and Japanese 5-axis machines with similar capability

Limitations

6,000 RPM max speed is limiting for 5-axis aluminum contouring — the UMC-1250SS offers 15,000 RPM
907 kg (2,000 lb) trunnion load is modest compared to 3-axis table loads — part weight is constrained by rotary axes
6.8 sec chip-to-chip is slower than 40-taper UMC models due to heavier 50-taper tooling
12,247 kg (27,000 lb) machine weight requires reinforced floor and heavy rigging
50-taper 5-axis tooling library is expensive to build from scratch
Learning curve for 5-axis programming if the shop is transitioning from 3-axis work

Best For

Mold and die shops needing 5-axis access for complex cavity work in tool steel Aerospace shops machining steel and titanium structural components requiring multi-angle access Energy sector manufacturers producing complex valve bodies and pump impellers in ferrous alloys Shops entering 5-axis machining that need an affordable platform with serious cutting authority Job shops that need 5-axis flexibility for complex one-off and short-run ferrous parts Production cells running 5-sided machining to reduce setups on medium-to-large steel components

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Haas UMC-1250/50 cost?

Base price starts around $285,000. With through-spindle coolant, probing, and production options, expect $330,000-$365,000. This is significantly less than European and Japanese 5-axis machines with similar 50-taper capability, which typically start above $500,000.

02 What is the difference between the UMC-1250/50 and UMC-1250SS?

The UMC-1250/50 has a 50-taper gearbox spindle at 6,000 RPM with 460 Nm of torque. The UMC-1250SS has a 40-taper direct-drive spindle at 15,000 RPM with less torque. Choose the /50 for heavy ferrous materials; choose the SS for aluminum and high-speed contouring.

03 Can the UMC-1250/50 do simultaneous 5-axis machining?

Yes. The UMC-1250/50 supports full simultaneous 5-axis machining with the NGC control. It can also do 3+2 positioning (5-sided machining) where the rotary axes lock for each orientation. Most shops start with 3+2 and progress to simultaneous 5-axis as programming skills develop.

04 What CAM software works with the UMC-1250/50?

Any major CAM package that supports 5-axis output with Haas post processors works. Mastercam, Fusion 360, NX, CATIA, hyperMILL, and GibbsCAM all have mature Haas 5-axis post processors. Haas also offers their own post processors through the HFO network.

05 How does table load capacity affect 5-axis work?

The 907 kg (2,000 lb) trunnion capacity is the limit for the combined weight of the workpiece plus fixture at any tilted angle. When the A-axis tilts, gravity loads shift, so effective capacity decreases at steep angles. Keep total fixture plus part weight well below the limit for tilted operations.