Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas VF-2TR

$161,000 - $200,000 Updated 2026-03-12

Key Specifications

X Travel

762 mm (30 in)

Y Travel

406 mm (16 in)

Z Travel

508 mm (20 in)

Max Spindle

8,100 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63

Tool Capacity

30+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas VF-2TR is a 5-axis-ready vertical machining center that pairs the proven VF-2 platform with a factory-integrated dual-axis trunnion table. The TR in the name stands for trunnion rotary, and it gives you simultaneous 5-axis capability without bolting an aftermarket rotary onto a standard VMC. That integration matters because Haas builds the trunnion into the machine's geometry and calibrates it at the factory, which eliminates the alignment headaches that come with add-on solutions.

The base machine shares the VF-2's 762 x 406 x 508 mm (30 x 16 x 20 in) travel envelope, 22.4 kW (30 hp) inline direct-drive spindle at 8,100 RPM, and 122 Nm (90 ft-lbf) of torque at 2,000 RPM. Where it differs is the trunnion: a 160 mm (6.3 in) diameter platter with 80 degrees per second rapids on both A and B axes. The platter handles up to 36.3 kg (80 lb) with a max part swing of 445 mm (18 in), reduced at tilt angles beyond 90 degrees.

The VF-2TR comes standard with a 30+1 side-mount tool changer (SMTC) instead of the carousel found on the base VF-2, cutting chip-to-chip time to 3.6 seconds from 4.5 seconds. That's a meaningful improvement when you're running 5-axis programs with frequent tool changes. The SMTC also handles larger tool counts, which matters for complex 5-axis parts that may need 15-20 tools per setup.

The 914 x 356 mm (36 x 14 in) main table with 1,361 kg (3,000 lb) capacity gives you room to fixture parts alongside the trunnion or use the full table for 3-axis work when 5-axis isn't needed. At a base price around $161,000, the VF-2TR undercuts most purpose-built 5-axis machines by a wide margin. It's not a replacement for a dedicated trunnion-style 5-axis like a DMG Mori DMU or Hermle, but for shops breaking into 5-axis work, it's one of the lowest-risk entry points available. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	762 mm (30 in)
Y-Axis Travel	406 mm (16 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)
Spindle Nose To Platter Max	371 mm (14.6 in)
Spindle Nose To Platter Min	137 mm (5.4 in)
Max Spindle Speed	8,100 RPM
Spindle Taper	CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63
Spindle Motor Power	30.0 hp
Spindle Torque Max	122 Nm (90 ft-lbf) @ 2,000 RPM
Spindle Torque With Gearbox	339 Nm (250 ft-lbf) @ 450 RPM
Spindle Drive	Inline Direct-Drive
Spindle Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Trunnion Platter Diameter	160 mm (6.3 in)
Trunnion Max Weight	36.3 kg (80 lb)
Trunnion Max Part Swing	445 mm (18 in)
Trunnion Rapids A	80 deg/sec
Trunnion Rapids B	80 deg/sec
Trunnion Max Cutting	33 deg/sec
Tool Capacity	30+1 SMTC
Tool To Tool	2.80 s
Chip To Chip	3.60 s
Max Tool Diameter	2.5 in
Max Tool Weight	12.0 lb
Table Size	914 x 356 mm (36 x 14 in)
Table Load Max	1,361 kg (3,000 lb)
T Slots	3 slots, 125 mm (4.92 in) center distance
Max Cutting Feedrate	16.5 m/min (650 ipm)
Rapid Traverse X	25.4 m/min (1,000 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	25.4 m/min (1,000 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	25.4 m/min (1,000 ipm)
Machine Weight	3,765 kg (8,300 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	55 gal
Air Required	4 scfm @ 100 psi
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 70 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 35 A
Travels	S.A.E
X Axis	30.00 in
Y Axis	16.00 in
Z Axis	20.00 in
Spindle Nose To Platter	5.4- in
Spindle Nose To Table	4.0 in
Trunnion	S.A.E
Platter Diameter	6.30 in
Max Weight On Platter	80 lb
Max Part Swing	18 in
T Slot Width	0.626 in to 0.630 in
Number Of Std T Slots	3
Pilot Bore Depth	4.63 in
Rapids On A	80 °/sec
Rapids On B	80 °/sec
Max Cutting A	33 °/sec
Max Cutting B	33 °/sec
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	30.0 hp
Max Speed	8100 rpm
Max Torque	90.0 ft-lbf @ 2000 rpm
Max Torque W Opt Gearbox	250 ft-lbf @ 450 rpm
Drive System	Inline Direct-Drive
Taper	CT40 \| BT40 \| HSK-A63
Bearing Lubrication	Air / Oil Injection
Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Table	S.A.E
Length	36.0 in
Width	14.0 in
T Slot Center Distance	4.92 in
Max Weight On Table	3000 lb
Feedrates	S.A.E
Max Cutting	650 ipm
Rapids On X	1000 ipm
Rapids On Y	1000 ipm
Rapids On Z	1000 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	30+1
Max Tool Diameter Large	5.0 in
Max Tool Length	11.00 in
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	70 A
Input Ac Voltage High	440 VAC
Full Load Amps High	35 A
Dimensions Shipping	S.A.E
Domestic Pallet	101.0 in x 99.0 in x 102.0 in
Export Pallet	98.0 in x 91.5 in x 100.0 in
Machine Weight	8300 lb
Total Price	US$152,945.25
Monthly Payment12 Months24 Months36 Months48 Months60 Months	US$2,767/mo

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Factory-integrated trunnion eliminates alignment issues of aftermarket 5-axis rotary solutions
Base price around $161K is roughly half the cost of most purpose-built 5-axis VMCs
30+1 SMTC with 2.8 sec tool-to-tool is a significant upgrade from the carousel on standard VF-2
Full VF-2 table (914 x 356 mm) still available for 3-axis work alongside the trunnion
Same proven 30 hp spindle and NGC control as the entire VF line — no new learning curve
80 deg/sec rotary rapids keep non-cutting time low on complex 5-axis programs

Limitations

36.3 kg (80 lb) platter capacity severely limits part weight for 5-axis work
160 mm (6.3 in) platter diameter restricts part size to relatively small components
445 mm (18 in) max part swing is further reduced at tilt angles beyond 90 degrees
8,100 RPM spindle limits high-speed finishing capability compared to 12K+ RPM 5-axis machines
Not a substitute for a purpose-built 5-axis machine for production 5-axis work — trunnion rigidity has limits

Best For

Job shops adding 5-axis capability without the cost of a dedicated 5-axis machine Aerospace and medical prototype shops running small, complex parts under 36 kg Shops transitioning from 3+2 positioning to simultaneous 5-axis machining Educational institutions teaching 5-axis programming on affordable equipment Low-volume production of complex geometries in aluminum, titanium, and stainless Mold and die shops needing undercut access on small components

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Haas VF-2TR cost?

Base price starts around $161,000. With common options like through-spindle coolant and probing, expect to spend $180,000-$200,000. That's roughly half the price of most dedicated 5-axis VMCs from European and Japanese builders.

02 Is the VF-2TR a real 5-axis machine?

Yes, it supports simultaneous 5-axis machining with the integrated A and B axes. However, the 160 mm platter and 36.3 kg weight limit make it best suited for smaller parts. For large or heavy 5-axis work, look at the Haas UMC-750 or UMC-1000 instead.

03 Can I use the VF-2TR as a regular 3-axis VMC?

Absolutely. The full 914 x 356 mm table is available for standard 3-axis work. Many shops use the VF-2TR for both 3-axis production and 5-axis prototyping, which maximizes the return on a single machine investment.

04 What's the difference between the VF-2TR and UMC-750?

The UMC-750 is a purpose-built 5-axis machine with a larger trunnion (630 x 500 mm table, 300 kg capacity), 12,000 RPM spindle, and 40+1 SMTC. The VF-2TR is a VF-2 with an added trunnion. For dedicated 5-axis production, the UMC-750 is the better choice. For shops that need 3-axis versatility plus occasional 5-axis, the VF-2TR is more flexible.

05 How heavy can the part be on the trunnion?

Maximum weight on the platter is 36.3 kg (80 lb). Maximum part swing is 445 mm (18 in), but this decreases at tilt angles beyond 90 degrees. Plan your fixturing carefully to stay within these limits.