Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas VF-9/40

$189,000 - $240,000 Updated 2026-03-12

Key Specifications

X Travel

2,134 mm (84 in)

Y Travel

1,016 mm (40 in)

Z Travel

762 mm (30 in)

Max Spindle

8,100 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63

Tool Capacity

30+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas VF-9/40 is the wide-Y version of the VF-7/40, combining 2,134 mm (84 in) of X-travel with a full 1,016 mm (40 in) of Y-travel and 762 mm (30 in) of Z. If you need both long reach and wide coverage in a single 40-taper platform, the VF-9/40 is the only machine in the Haas lineup that delivers both without stepping up to a 50-taper frame.

The spindle is the same 22.4 kW (30 hp) inline direct-drive unit used across all large VF/40 models, running at 8,100 RPM with 122 Nm (90 ft-lbf) of torque at 2,000 RPM. The optional gearbox pushes torque to 339 Nm (250 ft-lbf) at 450 RPM. It's liquid-cooled and accepts CT40, BT40, or HSK-A63 tooling.

The 2,134 x 914 mm (84 x 36 in) table is the largest in the VF/40 lineup before you move to the VF-10 and beyond. It offers 7 T-slots on 125 mm centers with a 1,814 kg (4,000 lb) load capacity. That combination of table size and load rating opens up fixturing possibilities that don't exist on smaller machines: full tombstone layouts, multi-vise setups spanning the entire table, and large mold bases that need clearance in both directions.

The side-mount tool changer holds 30+1 tools with 2.8-second tool-to-tool and 3.6-second chip-to-chip averages. Rapid traverse is 15.2 m/min (600 ipm) on all three axes, with max cutting feedrate at 12.7 m/min (500 ipm). Axis thrust is 15,124 N (3,400 lbf) on X and Y, and 24,910 N (5,600 lbf) on Z.

At 12,837 kg (28,300 lb), the VF-9/40 is one of the heaviest machines in the large VF/40 series. That mass translates directly to rigidity during heavy cuts. Starting at around $189,000, the VF-9/40 costs roughly $25,000 more than the VF-7/40 for the additional Y-travel and wider table. For shops that need both 84 inches of X and 40 inches of Y, there's nothing else in the Haas catalog that covers this ground. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	2,134 mm (84 in)
Y-Axis Travel	1,016 mm (40 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	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	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	2,134 x 914 mm (84 x 36 in)
Table Load Max	1,814 kg (4,000 lb)
T Slots	7 slots, 125 mm (4.92 in) center distance
Max Cutting Feedrate	12.7 m/min (500 ipm)
Rapid Traverse X	15.2 m/min (600 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	15.2 m/min (600 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	15.2 m/min (600 ipm)
Max Thrust X	3400 lbf
Max Thrust Y	3400 lbf
Max Thrust Z	5600 lbf
Machine Weight	12,837 kg (28,300 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	95 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	84.00 in
Y Axis	40.00 in
Z Axis	30.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	4.0 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	84.0 in
Width	36.0 in
T Slot Width	0.626 in to 0.630 in
T Slot Center Distance	4.92 in
Number Of Std T Slots	7
Max Weight On Table	4000 lb
Feedrates	S.A.E
Max Cutting	500 ipm
Rapids On X	600 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	5.0 in
Max Tool Diameter Extra Large	6.0 in
Max Tool Length	16.00 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	214.0 in x 120.0 in x 128.5 in
Export Crate	214.0 in x 123.0 in x 130.5 in
Machine Weight	25200 lb
Domestic Pallet W Ec Option	214 in x 120 in x 135 in
Export Crate W Ec Option	214 in x 123 in x 139 in
Weight W Ec Option	28300 lb
Domestic Pallet W 501 Smtc	214 in x 120 in x 133 in
Export Crate W 501 Smtc	214 in x 123 in x 136 in
Weight W 501 Smtc	28300 lb
Domestic Pallet W Ec Option 501 Smtc	214 in x 120 in x 138 in
Export Crate W Ec Option 501 Smtc	214 in x 123 in x 144 in
Weight W Ec Option 501 Smtc	28300 lb
Haas Rotary	HAAS MACHINE
Ha2ts	VF-9/40
Ha5c	VF-9/40
Ha5c T	VF-9/40
Ha5c2	VF-9/40
Ha5c2 T	VF-9/40
Ha5c3	VF-9/40
Ha5c3 T	VF-9/40
Ha5c4	VF-9/40
Ha5c4 T	VF-9/40
Ha5cs	VF-9/40
Hqda5	VF-9/40
Hrc160	VF-9/40
Hrc210	VF-9/40
Hrt100	VF-9/40
Hrt160	VF-9/40
Hrt160 2	VF-9/40
Hrt160sp	VF-9/40
Hrt160ss	VF-9/40
Hrt200hs	VF-9/40
Hrt210	VF-9/40
Hrt210 2	VF-9/40
Hrt210ht	VF-9/40
Hrt210m	VF-9/40
Hrt210sp	VF-9/40
Hrt210ss	VF-9/40
Hrt210vm	VF-9/40
Hrt310	VF-9/40
Hrt310sp	VF-9/40
Hrt310ss	VF-9/40
Hrt450	VF-9/40
Hrt630	VF-9/40
Hrta5	VF-9/40
Hrta6	VF-9/40
Lt260	VF-9/40
Lt350	VF-9/40
T5c	VF-9/40
T5c2	VF-9/40
T5c3	VF-9/40
T5c4	VF-9/40
Th240	VF-9/40
Th450	VF-9/40
Tr160	VF-9/40
Tr160 2	VF-9/40
Tr200y	VF-9/40
Tr210	VF-9/40
Tr310	VF-9/40
Tr500ss	VF-9/40
Trt100	VF-9/40
Trt160	VF-9/40
Trt210	VF-9/40
Trt310	VF-9/40
Trt70	VF-9/40

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Combines 84 inches of X-travel with 40 inches of Y in a 40-taper platform, the largest XY envelope in the VF lineup before the VF-10+
84 x 36-inch table with 7 T-slots is the widest table in the mid-range VF/40 series
12,837 kg (28,300 lb) machine weight delivers excellent rigidity for heavy steel roughing
SMTC standard with 2.8-second tool-to-tool changes and upgraded features package
1,814 kg (4,000 lb) table load handles tombstones, heavy fixtures, and multi-vise setups
Same spindle, control, and wear parts as the entire VF/40 lineup for simplified maintenance and training

Limitations

8,100 RPM max spindle speed is limiting for high-speed aluminum work with no SS variant available
At $189,000, it costs roughly $25K more than the VF-7/40 for the added Y-travel
15.2 m/min (600 ipm) rapids are not competitive with high-speed machines in this price range
28,300 lb shipping weight and large footprint require heavy rigging and significant floor space

Best For

Shops machining large parts that need both 84 inches of X-reach and 40 inches of Y-clearance simultaneously Mold shops working on large mold bases that require wide table access and heavy load capacity Multi-tombstone production setups spanning the full 84-inch table length with 4th-axis indexers Aerospace and defense contractors machining structural components in aluminum and steel Job shops that need maximum flexibility in a single large-format 40-taper VMC

Frequently Asked Questions

01 How does the VF-9/40 compare to the VF-7/40 and VF-8/40?

The VF-7/40 has 84x32 travel, the VF-8/40 has 64x40, and the VF-9/40 has 84x40. The VF-9/40 essentially combines the best of both: full 84-inch X-reach with full 40-inch Y-width. It costs about $25K more than either the VF-7/40 or VF-8/40.

02 Is the VF-9/40 worth the upgrade over the VF-7/40?

If your parts and fixtures regularly need more than 32 inches of Y-travel, yes. The additional 8 inches of Y, wider table, and 2 extra T-slots make a real difference in fixturing flexibility. If your work fits within 32 inches of Y, save the $25K and go with the VF-7/40.

03 What kind of foundation does the VF-9/40 need?

At 28,300 lb, the VF-9/40 needs a solid concrete floor, typically 6 inches minimum thickness. Haas provides leveling pads with the machine. Most shops set it directly on the floor without special foundations, but consult your HFO for site-specific recommendations.

04 Can the VF-9/40 run unattended?

With optional equipment like the automatic pallet changer provision, probe systems, and chip management, the VF-9/40 can run lights-out cycles. The 30+1 tool capacity and 95-gallon coolant tank support extended unattended runs. Haas also offers automation packages through their HFO network.