Haas VF-11/50
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Overview
The Haas VF-11/50 is the 50-taper version of the VF-11, combining 3,048 mm (120 in) of X-travel with the heavier cutting capability of a CAT 50 spindle. Ten feet of X-travel on a 50-taper platform puts this machine in horizontal boring mill territory at a fraction of the price, making it the go-to choice for shops machining long steel, cast iron, and titanium parts that demand both reach and rigidity.
The 29.8 kW (40 hp) geared-head spindle runs at 7,500 RPM with a two-speed gearbox option that delivers massive low-end torque for face milling and heavy roughing. The CAT 50 taper provides the clamping force and rigidity needed for large-diameter face mills, boring bars, and shell mills that would overwhelm a 40-taper spindle. This is the spindle configuration that aerospace, energy, and heavy equipment shops need for serious metal removal on long parts.
The table measures 3,048 x 711 mm (120 x 28 in) with five T-slots on 125 mm centers and a 1,814 kg (4,000 lb) load capacity. At approximately 17,237 kg (38,000 lb), the VF-11/50 is one of the heaviest machines in the Haas catalog, providing exceptional vibration damping across the full 10-foot span. The 40+1 SMTC handles tools up to 406 mm (16 in) from gage line, accommodating the extended-reach tooling that long-part work demands.
Rapids on the extended X-axis run at 9.1 m/min (360 ipm) while Y and Z maintain 15.2 m/min (600 ipm). Base price starts around $310,000-$340,000, which is dramatically less than a comparable horizontal boring mill. For shops that machine one-piece structures over 8 feet long in steel, titanium, or cast iron, the VF-11/50 eliminates multi-setup repositioning that introduces tolerance stack-up. Specs derived from Haas Automation published data for the VF-11 and 50-taper platform.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 3,048 mm (120 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 813 mm (32 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 762 mm (30 in) |
| Spindle Nose To Table Max | 864 mm (34 in) |
| Spindle Nose To Table Min | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 7,500 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | CAT 50 / BT50 |
| Spindle Motor Power | 30.0 hp |
| Spindle Torque Max | 488 Nm (360 ft-lbf) |
| Spindle Drive | Geared Head |
| Spindle Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
| Tool Capacity | 40+1 SMTC |
| Tool To Tool | 4.20 s |
| Chip To Chip | 6.30 s |
| Max Tool Diameter | 4.0 in |
| Max Tool Length | 16.00 in |
| Max Tool Weight | 30.0 lb |
| Table Size | 3,048 x 711 mm (120 x 28 in) |
| Max Table Load | 1,814 kg (4,000 lb) |
| T Slots | 5 slots, 125 mm (4.92 in) center distance |
| Rapid Traverse X | 9.1 m/min (360 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Y | 15.2 m/min (600 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 15.2 m/min (600 ipm) |
| Max Cutting Feedrate | 9.1 m/min (360 ipm) |
| Max Thrust X | 3400 lbf |
| Max Thrust Y | 4100 lbf |
| Max Thrust Z | 5600 lbf |
| Machine Weight | 35700 lb |
| CNC Control | Haas Next Generation Control (NGC) |
| Coolant Capacity | 95 gal |
| Air Requirement | 113 L/min @ 6.9 bar (4 scfm @ 100 psi) |
| Electrical | 220 VAC 3-phase, 100 A (optional 440 VAC, 50 A) |
| Travels | S.A.E |
| X Axis | 120.00 in |
| Y Axis | 40.00 in |
| Z Axis | 30.00 in |
| Spindle Nose To Table | 5.0 in |
| Spindle | S.A.E |
| Max Rating | 30.0 hp |
| Max Speed | 7500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 340.0 ft-lbf @ 700 rpm |
| Drive System | 2-Speed Gearbox |
| Taper | CT or BT 50 |
| Bearing Lubrication | Air / Oil Injection |
| Table | S.A.E |
| Length | 120.0 in |
| Width | 28.0 in |
| T Slot Width | 0.626 in to 0.630 in |
| T Slot Center Distance | 4.92 in |
| Number Of Std T Slots | 5 |
| Max Weight On Table | 4000 lb |
| Feedrates | S.A.E |
| Max Cutting | 360 ipm |
| Rapids On X | 360 ipm |
| Rapids On Y | 600 ipm |
| Rapids On Z | 600 ipm |
| Axis Motors | S.A.E |
| Tool Changer | S.A.E |
| Type | SMTC |
| Capacity | 30+1 |
| Max Tool Diameter Large | 10.0 in |
| General | S.A.E |
| Air Requirements | S.A.E |
| Air Required | 4 scfm @ 100 psi |
| 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 | 70 A |
| Input Ac Voltage High | 440 VAC |
| Full Load Amps High | 35 A |
| Dimensions Shipping | S.A.E |
| Domestic Pallet | 288.0 in x 120.0 in x 131.5 in |
| Export Crate | 288.0 in x 123.0 in x 133.5 in |
| Domestic Pallet W Ec Option | 288 in x 120 in x 139 in |
| Export Crate W Ec Option | 288 in x 123 in x 141 in |
| Weight W Ec Option | 36000 lb |
| Haas Rotary | HAAS MACHINE |
| Ha2ts | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5c | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5c T | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5c2 | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5c2 T | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5c3 | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5c3 T | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5c4 | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5c4 T | VF-11/50 |
| Ha5cs | VF-11/50 |
| Hqda5 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrc160 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrc210 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt160 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt160 2 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt160sp | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt160ss | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt200hs | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt210 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt210 2 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt210ht | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt210m | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt210sp | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt210ss | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt210vm | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt310 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt310sp | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt310ss | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt450 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrt630 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrta5 | VF-11/50 |
| Hrta6 | VF-11/50 |
| Lt260 | VF-11/50 |
| Lt350 | VF-11/50 |
| T5c | VF-11/50 |
| T5c2 | VF-11/50 |
| T5c3 | VF-11/50 |
| T5c4 | VF-11/50 |
| Th240 | VF-11/50 |
| Th450 | VF-11/50 |
| Tr160 | VF-11/50 |
| Tr160 2 | VF-11/50 |
| Tr200y | VF-11/50 |
| Tr210 | VF-11/50 |
| Tr310 | VF-11/50 |
| Tr500ss | VF-11/50 |
| Trt100 | VF-11/50 |
| Trt160 | VF-11/50 |
| Trt210 | VF-11/50 |
| Trt310 | VF-11/50 |
| Trt70 | VF-11/50 |
Specifications sourced from haascnc.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 3,048 mm (120 in) X-travel with a 50-taper spindle enables single-setup machining of 10-foot steel and titanium parts
- 40 HP geared-head spindle with CAT 50 taper delivers the torque and rigidity needed for large face mills and heavy roughing
- 17,237 kg (38,000 lb) machine mass provides exceptional vibration damping across the full 10-foot X-span
- 40+1 SMTC with 16-inch tool length capacity handles extended-reach boring bars and large-diameter tools
- Dramatically lower cost than comparable horizontal boring mills with equivalent X-travel
- 4,000 lb table load capacity supports heavy fixtures, weld assemblies, and multi-part tombstone setups
Limitations
- 9.1 m/min (360 ipm) X-axis rapids add significant cycle time on programs with frequent long traverses
- 7,500 RPM spindle limits high-speed aluminum finishing; the 40-taper VF-11 may be better for aluminum-dominant work
- 38,000 lb shipping weight demands heavy rigging, reinforced concrete floor, and significant site preparation
- Large footprint requires approximately 30 x 14 feet of dedicated floor space with operator and service clearance
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Base price starts around $310,000-$340,000. With through-spindle coolant, probing, chip conveyor, gearbox, and full options, expect $360,000-$400,000. The 50-taper version commands roughly $45,000-$50,000 more than the 40-taper VF-11.
02
The VF-11/50 upgrades the spindle from a 30 HP, 8,100 RPM 40-taper to a 40 HP, 7,500 RPM 50-taper geared head. It also gets a 40+1 SMTC instead of 30+1, larger tool capacity, and significantly more machine mass (38,000 vs 33,400 lb). Choose the /50 for steel and titanium; the standard VF-11 for aluminum-dominant work.
03
For long flat or prismatic parts, the VF-11/50 provides comparable X-travel at 40-60% of the cost of most HBMs. HBMs offer better reach around all sides of a workpiece and higher spindle power for deep boring. The VF-11/50 wins on price and setup simplicity for long parts that work in a vertical orientation.
04
At 17,237 kg (38,000 lb), you need a reinforced industrial floor rated for at least 25,000 kg total. Most shops pour a dedicated machine pad 300 mm thick with rebar. Plan for significant shipping dimensions when arranging rigging and placement.
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