Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas VF-7/50

$175,000 - $225,000 Updated 2026-03-16

Key Specifications

X Travel

2,134 mm (84 in)

Y Travel

813 mm (32 in)

Z Travel

762 mm (30 in)

Max Spindle

7,500 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT50 / BT50

Tool Capacity

30+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas VF-7/50 is a large-frame 50-taper VMC built for shops machining oversized steel, cast iron, and other heavy ferrous workpieces. With 2,134 x 813 x 762 mm (84 x 32 x 30 in) of travel, it handles long parts that won't fit on mid-frame machines like the VF-5/50.

The 2-speed gearbox spindle delivers 460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) of torque at 700 RPM with a max speed of 7,500 RPM. The 22.4 kW (30 hp) motor is the same as other 50-taper VF models — the gearbox converts that power into the torque needed for heavy face milling, deep pocket roughing, and large-diameter boring in hard materials.

The table measures 2,134 x 737 mm (84 x 29 in) and supports up to 2,268 kg (5,000 lb), making it suitable for large mold bases, die plates, and structural steel components. The 30+1 SMTC handles tools up to 13.6 kg (30 lb), and the CT/BT 50 taper provides the clamping force needed for aggressive cuts with extended-reach tooling.

At approximately 10,433 kg (23,000 lb), the VF-7/50 is a substantial machine. That mass translates directly to vibration damping and cut quality during heavy roughing passes. The box-way Y-axis and inline direct-coupled ballscrews provide the rigidity needed for heavy cuts across the full travel envelope.

Base price starts around $175,000. The VF-7/50 fills the gap between the mid-frame VF-5/50 and the extra-large VF-8/50, giving shops a large work envelope without stepping up to a truly massive machine footprint. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	2,134 mm (84 in)
Y-Axis Travel	813 mm (32 in)
Z-Axis Travel	762 mm (30 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Max	965 mm (38 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Min	203 mm (8 in)
Max Spindle Speed	7,500 RPM
Spindle Taper	CT50 / BT50
Spindle Motor Power	22.4 kW (30 hp)
Spindle Torque Max	460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) @ 700 RPM
Spindle Drive	2-Speed Gearbox
Spindle Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Tool Capacity	30+1 SMTC
Tool To Tool	4.2 sec (avg)
Chip To Chip	6.3 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 Size	2,134 x 737 mm (84 x 29 in)
Table Load Max	2,268 kg (5,000 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	15.2 m/min (600 ipm)
Machine Weight	10,433 kg (23,000 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	416 L (110 gal)
Air Required	113 L/min @ 6.9 bar (4 scfm @ 100 psi)
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 80 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 40 A

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

2,134 mm (84 in) X-travel handles long parts that won't fit on mid-frame 50-taper VMCs
460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) torque from the 2-speed gearbox makes heavy steel and cast iron roughing efficient
2,268 kg (5,000 lb) table load handles large mold bases, die plates, and heavy steel fabrications
10,433 kg (23,000 lb) machine weight provides excellent vibration damping during aggressive cuts
50-taper tool clamping force ensures rigidity with large face mills and extended-reach boring bars
Same proven NGC control and programming environment as all Haas machines

Limitations

7,500 RPM max spindle speed limits high-speed aluminum work — consider 40-taper VF-7 for aluminum shops
Large footprint requires significant floor space and rigging for installation
50-taper tooling costs substantially more than 40-taper equivalents across the full crib
6.3 sec chip-to-chip time is slower than 40-taper machines due to heavier tool mass
Base price around $175K is a significant premium over the 40-taper VF-7 for shops that don't need the torque

Best For

Shops machining long steel and cast iron parts up to 2,134 mm requiring heavy roughing capability Mold base and die work where both table size and spindle torque are critical Heavy fabrication shops running large face mills and deep pocket roughing on ferrous materials Job shops needing a large-envelope 50-taper VMC without stepping up to extra-large machines Structural steel component machining where table load capacity up to 2,268 kg is needed Shops consolidating multiple setups on smaller machines into single-setup operations

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Haas VF-7/50 cost?

Base price starts around $175,000. With common options like through-spindle coolant, probing, and chip conveyor, expect $200,000-$225,000. The 40-taper VF-7 starts significantly lower if you don't need 50-taper torque.

02 How does the VF-7/50 compare to the VF-5/50?

The VF-7/50 adds 864 mm (34 in) more X-travel and 153 mm (6 in) more Y-travel compared to the VF-5/50. It also gains 454 kg (1,000 lb) more table load capacity. Both share the same 50-taper 7,500 RPM gearbox spindle. Choose the VF-7/50 when your parts are too long for the VF-5/50's 1,270 mm X-travel.

03 What table size and load capacity does the VF-7/50 have?

The table is 2,134 x 737 mm (84 x 29 in) with a max load of 2,268 kg (5,000 lb). That handles large mold bases, die plates, and structural components that would overhang smaller VMC tables.

04 Can I run aluminum efficiently on the VF-7/50?

You can machine aluminum on the VF-7/50, but the 7,500 RPM max speed limits surface footage with smaller cutters. For shops that primarily run aluminum, the 40-taper VF-7 with its higher RPM is a better fit. The /50 is optimized for heavy ferrous materials.