Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas VM-6

$186,000 - $240,000 Updated 2026-03-12

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,626 mm (64 in)

Y Travel

813 mm (32 in)

Z Travel

762 mm (30 in)

Max Spindle

12,000 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT40 / BT40 / HSK-A63

Tool Capacity

30+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas VM-6 is the largest mold machine Haas makes, and it's built for the big work: full-size automotive bumper molds, large die casting dies, and industrial stamping tools. With 1,626 x 813 x 762 mm (64 x 32 x 30 in) of travel, it covers molds that would require a horizontal or gantry machine from other manufacturers.

The inline direct-drive spindle runs at 12,000 RPM with 22.4 kW (30 hp) and 122 Nm (90 ft-lbf) of torque at 2,000 RPM. It's liquid-cooled on the VM-6, unlike some smaller Haas machines, which helps thermal stability during long finishing cycles. Taper options include CT40, BT40, and HSK-A63, giving you flexibility for both roughing and high-speed finishing.

The table measures 1,626 x 711 mm (64 x 28 in) and holds 1,814 kg (4,000 lb). Spindle nose to table clearance goes from 102 mm to 864 mm (4 to 34 in), giving you exceptional room for tall molds and deep cavity work. Rapid traverse is 15.2 m/min (600 ipm) on all axes, which is the slowest in the VM lineup but expected for a machine this size.

The 30+1 SMTC tool changer posts the same 2.8-second tool-to-tool and 3.6-second chip-to-chip as the smaller VMs. Axis thrust varies by axis: 15,124 N (3,400 lbf) on X, 18,238 N (4,100 lbf) on Y, and 24,910 N (5,600 lbf) on Z. The machine weighs 10,887 kg (24,000 lb), providing substantial mass for vibration damping.

At a base price around $186K, the VM-6 is one of the most affordable large-envelope mold machines available. Comparable travel from Okuma, Makino, or DMG Mori runs $400K+. The trade-off is lower positioning accuracy and thermal stability, but for shops that need the travel at this price, nothing else comes close. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,626 mm (64 in)
Y-Axis Travel	813 mm (32 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	12,000 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 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
Max Tool Length	16.00 in
Table Size	1,626 x 711 mm (64 x 28 in)
Table Load Max	1,814 kg (4,000 lb)
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	4100 lbf
Max Thrust Z	5600 lbf
Machine Weight	10,887 kg (24,000 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	95 gal
Air Required	4 scfm @ 100 psi
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 70 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 35 A
Travels	S.A.E
X Axis	64.00 in
Y Axis	32.00 in
Z Axis	30.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	4.0 in
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	30.0 hp
Max Speed	12000 rpm
Max Torque	90.0 ft-lbf @ 2000 rpm
Drive System	Inline Direct-Drive
Taper	CT40 \| BT40 \| HSK-A63
Bearing Lubrication	Air / Oil Injection
Cooling	Liquid Cooled
Table	S.A.E
Length	64.0 in
Width	28.0 in
T Slot Width	0.626 in to 0.630 in
T Slot Center Distance	4.92 in
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
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	195.0 in x 102.0 in x 129.0 in
Export Crate	195.0 in x 105.0 in x 130.0 in
Machine Weight	24000 lb
Domestic Pallet W 501 Smtc	195 in x 102 in x 131 in
Export Crate W 501 Smtc	195 in x 105 in x 133 in
Weight W 501 Smtc	24000 lb
Haas Rotary	HAAS MACHINE
Ha2ts	VM-6
Ha5c	VM-6
Ha5c T	VM-6
Ha5c2	VM-6
Ha5c2 T	VM-6
Ha5c3	VM-6
Ha5c3 T	VM-6
Ha5c4	VM-6
Ha5c4 T	VM-6
Ha5cs	VM-6
Hqda5	VM-6
Hrc160	VM-6
Hrc210	VM-6
Hrt100	VM-6
Hrt160	VM-6
Hrt160 2	VM-6
Hrt160sp	VM-6
Hrt160ss	VM-6
Hrt200hs	VM-6
Hrt210	VM-6
Hrt210 2	VM-6
Hrt210ht	VM-6
Hrt210m	VM-6
Hrt210sp	VM-6
Hrt210ss	VM-6
Hrt210vm	VM-6
Hrt310	VM-6
Hrt310sp	VM-6
Hrt310ss	VM-6
Hrt450	VM-6
Hrta5	VM-6
Hrta6	VM-6
Lt260	VM-6
Lt350	VM-6
T5c	VM-6
T5c2	VM-6
T5c3	VM-6
T5c4	VM-6
Th240	VM-6
Th450	VM-6
Tr160	VM-6
Tr160 2	VM-6
Tr200y	VM-6
Tr210	VM-6
Tr310	VM-6
Tr500ss	VM-6
Trt100	VM-6
Trt160	VM-6
Trt210	VM-6
Trt310	VM-6
Trt70	VM-6

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

1,626 x 813 x 762 mm travel envelope is the largest in any Haas VMC and handles full-size automotive molds
Liquid-cooled 12,000 RPM spindle with HSK-A63 option provides better thermal stability for long finishing cycles
10,887 kg machine mass provides significant vibration damping for chatter-free cuts in tool steel
864 mm spindle nose to table clearance accommodates the tallest molds and deepest cavities
Base price around $186K is less than half what comparable travel costs from premium mold machine brands
360 L coolant capacity handles the demands of large mold finishing without frequent refills
16-inch max tool length from gage line reaches deep cavities that shorter machines can't

Limitations

600 ipm rapids across 64 inches of X travel means significant non-cutting time on large molds
30 hp spindle is the same as the VM-2 and VM-3; no power increase despite the much larger envelope
24,000 lb weight requires substantial floor preparation and rigging for installation
Thermal stability and geometric accuracy won't match premium large-envelope mold machines
No built-in thermal compensation or on-machine measurement systems standard

Best For

Large injection mold shops running automotive bumper, dashboard, and panel molds Die casting die work on large tools that exceed 40-inch travel envelopes Stamping die manufacturers needing vertical travel in a budget-friendly package Shops that currently outsource large mold machining and want to bring it in-house Pattern and fixture shops working on large one-off pieces in aluminum and steel Mold shops looking for a second machine to handle overflow on large tools

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a Haas VM-6 cost?

Base price is approximately $186,000. With through-spindle coolant, probing, high-speed machining software, and the 50+1 tool changer, expect $210,000-$240,000. That's roughly half the cost of comparable Okuma or Makino machines with similar travel.

02 How does the VM-6 compare to the VM-3?

The VM-6 adds 610 mm to X (1,626 vs 1,016 mm), 153 mm to Y (813 vs 660 mm), and 127 mm to Z (762 vs 635 mm). The spindle is identical. The VM-6 weighs nearly twice as much and has a liquid-cooled spindle versus the VM-3. Price difference is roughly $55K.

03 What size molds can the VM-6 handle?

With 64 x 32 x 30 inches of travel and a 4,000 lb table load, the VM-6 handles molds up to roughly 60 x 30 inches in plan view with 28 inches of depth. That covers most automotive interior and many exterior mold halves.

04 Does the VM-6 need special floor preparation?

At 24,000 lb (10,887 kg), the VM-6 requires adequate floor loading capacity. Most industrial floors handle this, but check with your facilities team. The domestic pallet ships at 195 x 102 x 129 inches, so plan doorways and rigging accordingly.

05 Can the VM-6 finish hardened tool steel?

Yes. The liquid-cooled 12,000 RPM spindle handles finishing in hardened H13 and P20 to HRC 50+. The liquid cooling helps maintain thermal stability during multi-hour finishing cycles. For the highest surface finish quality, consider HSK-A63 tooling for better runout and repeatability.