Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas VF-3YT

$100,000 - $130,000 Updated 2026-03-12

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,016 mm (40 in)

Y Travel

660 mm (26 in)

Z Travel

635 mm (25 in)

Max Spindle

8,100 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63

Tool Capacity

20-pocket carousel

Overview

The Haas VF-3YT takes the VF-3's 1016 mm (40 in) X-travel and stretches the Y-axis from the standard VF-3's 508 mm (20 in) to 660 mm (26 in), while also pushing Z-travel to 635 mm (25 in). The result is a mid-size VMC with a work envelope that covers a lot of ground for the price, making it one of the more versatile machines in the VF lineup.

The 1372 x 610 mm (54 x 24 in) table is a substantial work surface with 7 T-slots at 80 mm (3.15 in) spacing. Table load capacity is 1,588 kg (3,500 lb), which is a step up from the smaller VF models at 1,361 kg. That extra capacity matters when you're running heavy fixtures, rotary tables, or tombstone setups.

Spindle specs match the rest of the 40-taper VF line: 22.4 kW (30 hp) inline direct-drive at 8,100 RPM with 122 Nm (90 ft-lbf) at 2,000 RPM. The optional gearbox pushes torque to 339 Nm (250 ft-lbf) at 450 RPM. Rapids are 18.0 m/min (710 ipm) on all axes, which is slower than the 25.4 m/min on the smaller VF models. That's a function of the longer axis travels and heavier moving mass.

The standard 20-pocket carousel tool changer carries over, and SMTC upgrades to 30+1, 50+1, or 70+1 are available for shops that need more tools. At 5,697 kg (12,560 lb), the VF-3YT has noticeably more mass than the smaller VF-2 at 3,539 kg, which translates to better vibration damping during aggressive cuts.

Base price starts around $100,000. For shops that need more than 508 mm of Y-travel and are looking at the jump from VF-2-size machines to something bigger, the VF-3YT hits a sweet spot between the compact VF-2YT and the larger VF-5 series. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,016 mm (40 in)
Y-Axis Travel	660 mm (26 in)
Z-Axis Travel	635 mm (25 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Max	742 mm (29.2 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Min	107 mm (4.2 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
Tool Capacity	20-pocket carousel
Tool To Tool	4.20 s
Chip To Chip	4.50 s
Max Tool Diameter	3.5 in
Max Tool Weight	12.0 lb
Table Size	1,372 x 610 mm (54 x 24 in)
Table Load Max	1,588 kg (3,500 lb)
T Slots	7 slots, 80 mm (3.15 in) center distance
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	18.0 m/min (710 ipm)
Max Thrust X	2550 lbf
Max Thrust Y	4100 lbf
Max Thrust Z	4100 lbf
Machine Weight	5,697 kg (12,560 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	40.00 in
Y Axis	26.00 in
Z Axis	25.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	4.2 in
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	54.0 in
Width	24.0 in
T Slot Width	0.626 in to 0.630 in
T Slot Center Distance	3.15 in
Number Of Std T Slots	7
Max Weight On Table	3500 lb
Feedrates	S.A.E
Max Cutting	500 ipm
Rapids On X	710 ipm
Rapids On Y	710 ipm
Rapids On Z	710 ipm
Axis Motors	S.A.E
Tool Changer	S.A.E
Type	Carousel
Capacity	20
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	156.0 in x 102.0 in x 109.0 in
Export Pallet	164.0 in x 91.5 in x 101.0 in
Machine Weight	12560 lb
Domestic Pallet W 501 Smtc	156 in x 102 in x 127 in
Export Pallet W 501 Smtc	164 in x 92 in x 101 in
Weight W 501 Smtc	16500 lb
Domestic Pallet W 701 Smtc	156.0 in x 102.0 in x 134.5 in
Weight W 701 Smtc	13,200 lb
Haas Rotary	HAAS MACHINE
Ha2ts	VF-3YT
Ha5c	VF-3YT
Ha5c T	VF-3YT
Ha5c2	VF-3YT
Ha5c2 T	VF-3YT
Ha5c3	VF-3YT
Ha5c3 T	VF-3YT
Ha5c4	VF-3YT
Ha5c4 T	VF-3YT
Ha5cs	VF-3YT
Hqda5	VF-3YT
Hrc160	VF-3YT
Hrc210	VF-3YT
Hrt160	VF-3YT
Hrt160 2	VF-3YT
Hrt160sp	VF-3YT
Hrt160ss	VF-3YT
Hrt200hs	VF-3YT
Hrt210	VF-3YT
Hrt210 2	VF-3YT
Hrt210ht	VF-3YT
Hrt210m	VF-3YT
Hrt210sp	VF-3YT
Hrt210ss	VF-3YT
Hrt210vm	VF-3YT
Hrt310	VF-3YT
Hrt310sp	VF-3YT
Hrt310ss	VF-3YT
Hrt450	VF-3YT
Hrta5	VF-3YT
Hrta6	VF-3YT
Lt260	VF-3YT
Lt350	VF-3YT
T5c	VF-3YT
T5c2	VF-3YT
T5c3	VF-3YT
T5c4	VF-3YT
Th240	VF-3YT
Th450	VF-3YT
Tr160	VF-3YT
Tr160 2	VF-3YT
Tr200y	VF-3YT
Tr210	VF-3YT
Tr310	VF-3YT
Trt100	VF-3YT
Trt160	VF-3YT
Trt210	VF-3YT
Trt310	VF-3YT
Trt70	VF-3YT

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

1016 x 660 x 635 mm travel envelope covers a wide range of mid-size parts in a single setup
1,372 x 610 mm (54 x 24 in) table with 7 T-slots provides generous room for multi-vise and tombstone setups
5,697 kg (12,560 lb) machine weight delivers noticeably better vibration damping than smaller VF models
1,588 kg (3,500 lb) table load handles heavy rotary tables, fixtures, and tombstones
Same 30 hp spindle and NGC control as the entire VF line — consistent operator experience across machines
Base price around $100K is competitive for the work envelope size offered

Limitations

18.0 m/min (710 ipm) rapids are 29% slower than the 25.4 m/min on VF-1 and VF-2 models
8,100 RPM spindle limits high-speed aluminum work — consider the 50-taper VF-3YT/50 for heavier cuts
Standard 20-pocket carousel tool changer feels small for a machine this size — SMTC upgrade recommended
Larger footprint requires more floor space than VF-2-class machines
12.7 m/min (500 ipm) max cutting feedrate is 24% slower than VF-2's 16.5 m/min

Best For

Mid-size job shops running parts up to 1016 mm (40 in) in length Mold and die work requiring extended Y and Z reach for deeper cavities Shops stepping up from VF-2-class machines that need more travel and table space Multi-vise production setups on the large 54 x 24 in table Heavy fixture work where the 1,588 kg table capacity is needed Shops considering a VF-3 but needing 660 mm of Y-travel instead of 508 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Haas VF-3YT cost?

Base price starts around $100,000. Common options bring the total to $115,000-$130,000. The SMTC upgrade is strongly recommended for a machine this size, adding about $8,000-$10,000 to the base price.

02 What's the difference between the VF-3YT and VF-3?

The VF-3YT extends Y-axis travel from 508 mm (20 in) to 660 mm (26 in) and Z from 508 mm to 635 mm (25 in). It also has a wider table at 610 mm (24 in) versus 406 mm (16 in). X-travel and spindle specs are identical. The YT is the better choice if you need more Y and Z reach.

03 Why are the rapids slower than the VF-2?

The VF-3YT's longer axis travels and heavier moving components result in 710 ipm rapids versus 1,000 ipm on the VF-2. This is normal for larger machines and reflects the physics of accelerating and decelerating more mass over longer distances.

04 Should I get the VF-3YT or VF-5/40?

The VF-5/40 adds 254 mm (10 in) more X-travel at 1270 mm versus 1016 mm, with the same Y, Z, table size, and rapids. It weighs slightly more and costs about $20K extra. If you need the extra X-travel, it's worth the premium. If 40 inches of X is enough, the VF-3YT saves money.

05 Is the VF-3YT available in 50-taper?

Yes. The VF-3YT/50 offers a 50-taper spindle with 7,500 RPM, 460 Nm of torque, and a 2-speed gearbox. It's the better choice for heavy steel and cast iron work where tool clamping force and torque matter more than RPM.