Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas VM-5-50

$170,000 - $215,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,270 mm (50 in)

Y Travel

660 mm (26 in)

Z Travel

635 mm (25 in)

Max Spindle

10000 rpm

Spindle Taper

CT or BT 50

Tool Capacity

30+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas VM-5-50 is the 50-taper version of the VM-5 mold machine, combining the VM-5's 1,270 x 660 x 635 mm (50 x 26 x 25 in) travel envelope with a CT/BT 50 spindle for maximum tool rigidity and torque. This machine targets shops doing heavy roughing on large molds and dies where the 40-taper spindle is the limiting factor.

The 50-taper inline direct-drive spindle runs at 7,500 RPM with 22.4 kW (30 hp) and delivers substantially more torque than the 40-taper version. Large face mills, heavy shell mills, and aggressive roughing in P20 and H13 tool steel are the VM-5-50's sweet spot. The 50-taper tool holding virtually eliminates tool pull-out on heavy interrupted cuts.

The table matches the VM-5 at 1,524 x 610 mm (60 x 24 in) with a 1,814 kg (4,000 lb) load capacity. Spindle nose to table clearance ranges from 107 mm to 742 mm (4.2 to 29.2 in). The 30+1 SMTC handles 50-taper tooling with 4.2-second tool-to-tool and 5.0-second chip-to-chip averages. Rapids run at 12.7 m/min (500 ipm) on all axes.

The machine weighs approximately 9,072 kg (20,000 lb), providing significant mass for vibration damping during aggressive roughing operations. The combination of 50-inch X-travel, 4,000 lb table load, and 50-taper torque makes the VM-5-50 the workhorse for large mold roughing.

At approximately $170,000-$215,000 configured, the VM-5-50 competes with entry-level large-envelope machines from other manufacturers. For shops that do the majority of roughing in-house and send finishing to high-speed machines, the VM-5-50 provides the torque and rigidity needed at a fraction of premium brand pricing.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,270 mm (50 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	10000 rpm
Spindle Taper	CT or BT 50
Spindle Motor Power	60.0 hp
Spindle Torque Max	339 Nm (250 ft-lbf) @ 500 RPM
Spindle Drive	Inline Direct-Drive
Tool Capacity	30+1 SMTC
Tool To Tool	4.20 s
Chip To Chip	6.30 s
Max Tool Diameter	4.0 in
Max Tool Weight	30.0 lb
Max Tool Length	16.00 in
Table Size	1,524 x 610 mm (60 x 24 in)
Table Load Max	1,814 kg (4,000 lb)
T Slots	13 in Y, 6 in X, 100 mm (3.94 in) center distance
Max Cutting Feedrate	12.7 m/min (500 ipm)
Rapid Traverse X	12.7 m/min (500 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Y	12.7 m/min (500 ipm)
Rapid Traverse Z	12.7 m/min (500 ipm)
Max Thrust X	4100 lbf
Max Thrust Y	4100 lbf
Max Thrust Z	5600 lbf
Machine Weight	9,072 kg (20,000 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	95 gal
Air Required	4 scfm @ 100 psi
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 100 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 50 A
Travels	S.A.E
X Axis	50.00 in
Y Axis	26.00 in
Z Axis	25.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	7.9 in
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	60.0 hp
Max Speed	10000 rpm
Max Torque	350.0 ft-lbf @ 900 rpm
Drive System	2-Speed Gearbox
Taper	CT or BT 50
Bearing Lubrication	Air / Oil Injection
Cooling	Coolant Jacket
Table	S.A.E
Length	54.0 in
Width	24.5 in
T Slot Width	0.626 in to 0.630 in
T Slot Center Distance	3.94 in
Number Of Std T Slots	13 in Y and 6 in X
Max Weight On Table	4000 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	SMTC
Capacity	30+1
Max Tool Diameter Large	7.0 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	105 A
Input Ac Voltage High	440 VAC
Full Load Amps High	53 A
Dimensions Shipping	S.A.E
Domestic Pallet	168.0 in x 102.0 in x 122.0 in
Export Crate	168.0 in x 102.0 in x 130.0 in
Machine Weight	14920 lb
Haas Rotary	HAAS MACHINE
Ha2ts	VM-5/50
Ha5c	VM-5/50
Ha5c T	VM-5/50
Ha5c2	VM-5/50
Ha5c2 T	VM-5/50
Ha5c3	VM-5/50
Ha5c3 T	VM-5/50
Ha5c4	VM-5/50
Ha5c4 T	VM-5/50
Ha5cs	VM-5/50
Hqda5	VM-5/50
Hrc160	VM-5/50
Hrc210	VM-5/50
Hrt160	VM-5/50
Hrt160 2	VM-5/50
Hrt160sp	VM-5/50
Hrt160ss	VM-5/50
Hrt200hs	VM-5/50
Hrt210	VM-5/50
Hrt210 2	VM-5/50
Hrt210ht	VM-5/50
Hrt210m	VM-5/50
Hrt210sp	VM-5/50
Hrt210ss	VM-5/50
Hrt210vm	VM-5/50
Hrt310	VM-5/50
Hrt310sp	VM-5/50
Hrt310ss	VM-5/50
Hrt450	VM-5/50
Hrta5	VM-5/50
Hrta6	VM-5/50
Lt260	VM-5/50
Lt350	VM-5/50
T5c	VM-5/50
T5c2	VM-5/50
T5c3	VM-5/50
T5c4	VM-5/50
Th240	VM-5/50
Th450	VM-5/50
Tr160	VM-5/50
Tr160 2	VM-5/50
Tr200y	VM-5/50
Tr210	VM-5/50
Tr310	VM-5/50
Trt100	VM-5/50
Trt160	VM-5/50
Trt210	VM-5/50
Trt310	VM-5/50
Trt70	VM-5/50

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

50-taper spindle provides maximum torque and tool rigidity for heavy roughing with large-diameter cutters
1,270 mm (50 in) X-travel with 60 x 24 inch table handles large molds and die casting dies
9,072 kg machine mass provides excellent vibration damping for aggressive roughing in tool steel
4,000 lb table load supports the heaviest mold bases and multi-part setups
50-taper virtually eliminates tool pull-out on heavy interrupted cuts in hardened materials
Significantly less expensive than comparable large-envelope machines from premium brands

Limitations

7,500 RPM max spindle speed limits high-speed finishing strategies on smaller-diameter tools
500 ipm rapids across 50 inches of X mean significant non-cutting time on traverse-heavy programs
50-taper tool changes at 4.2 seconds are noticeably slower than 40-taper machines
20,000 lb weight requires careful floor loading assessment and significant rigging for installation

Best For

Heavy roughing on large injection molds and die casting dies in P20 and H13 tool steel Mold shops using large-diameter face mills and shell mills that require 50-taper rigidity Dedicated roughing stations paired with high-speed 40-taper finishing machines Shops standardized on 50-taper tooling that need a mold-focused VMC with 50-inch travel Large stamping die and forging die roughing where material removal rate is the primary metric

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the VM-5-50 and the VM-5?

Same travel and table dimensions. The VM-5-50 uses a 50-taper spindle at 7,500 RPM with higher torque, while the VM-5 uses a 40-taper at 12,000 RPM. The -50 weighs about 2,000 lb more and costs roughly $15K-$20K more.

02 What does a Haas VM-5-50 cost?

Base price is approximately $170,000. With through-spindle coolant, probing, and upgraded tool changer, expect $195,000-$215,000 configured.

03 Can the VM-5-50 finish molds?

Yes, but the 7,500 RPM ceiling limits surface speed on smaller finishing tools. Many shops use the VM-5-50 as a dedicated roughing machine and finish on a higher-RPM 40-taper or HSK machine.

04 How does the VM-5-50 compare to the VM-6?

The VM-6 has 14 more inches of X-travel (64 vs 50 in) but uses a 40-taper at 12,000 RPM. The VM-5-50 has more torque and rigidity from the 50-taper. Choose the VM-6 for larger molds needing high-speed finishing; choose the VM-5-50 for heavy roughing on molds up to 50 inches.