Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas VP-5

$249,995 - $320,000 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

CT or BT 40

Tool Capacity

50+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas VP-5 is a 5-axis prismatic machining center built for shops cutting multi-sided prismatic parts in a single setup. It pairs a tilting B-axis head with a 40-taper spindle and 1016 x 660 x 635 mm (40 x 26 x 25 in) of travel, which is a massive work envelope for a machine in this class. The VP in the name stands for vertical prismatic, and the concept is simple: instead of mounting a trunnion on the table, the VP-5 tilts the spindle head itself. That keeps the full table surface available for fixturing and eliminates the weight penalties of a rotary trunnion.

The spindle is a 22.4 kW (30 hp) belt-drive unit running to 8,100 RPM with 203 Nm (150 ft-lbf) of torque at 500 RPM. That torque number is considerably higher than the standard VF-series machines, making the VP-5 a strong performer in steel, cast iron, and stainless. The B-axis tilts from +106 degrees to -8 degrees with 2,514 Nm of continuous torque and 50 degrees per second max speed. That range covers most prismatic indexing needs without flipping the part.

Haas equips the VP-5 with a 50+1 side-mount tool changer (SMTC) as standard, posting 1.8-second tool-to-tool and 3.3-second chip-to-chip times. That is a serious upgrade over carousel changers on the VF-series and keeps cycle times competitive on complex multi-tool jobs. The table measures 1372 x 610 mm (54 x 24 in) with five T-slots and a 1,588 kg (3,500 lb) load capacity, which handles heavy steel fixtures without concern.

Rapids run at 18.0 m/min (710 ipm) on all three linear axes. The machine weighs in at 6,967 kg (15,360 lb), giving it substantial mass for dampening vibration during heavy cuts. The control is the standard Haas NGC, so any operator familiar with Haas machines can walk up and run it. Coolant capacity is 208 L (55 gal), and air requirements are the standard 113 L/min at 6.9 bar. The VP-5 fills a gap between standard 3-axis VMCs and full 5-axis simultaneous machines, making it a cost-effective choice for shops that need multi-face access without the complexity of a trunnion-table 5-axis. 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)
Max Spindle Speed	8,100 RPM
Spindle Taper	CT or BT 40
Spindle Motor Power	30.0 hp
Spindle Torque Max	203 Nm (150 ft-lbf) @ 500 RPM
Spindle Drive	Direct Speed, Belt Drive
Spindle Cooling	Air Cooled
B Axis Tilt	S.A.E
B Axis Torque Continuous	2,514 Nm (1,854 ft-lbf)
B Axis Speed	50 °/sec
Tool Capacity	50+1 SMTC
Tool To Tool	1.80 s
Chip To Chip	3.30 s
Max Tool Diameter	2.5 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	5 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	6,967 kg (15,360 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	S.A.E
Max Rating	30.0 hp
Max Speed	50 °/sec
Max Torque	150.0 ft-lbf @ 500 rpm
Drive System	Direct Speed, Belt Drive
Taper	CT or BT 40
Bearing Lubrication	Grease Packed
Cooling	Air Cooled
Travel	+106° to -8°
Torque	1854 ft-lbf
Brake Torque	1200 ft-lbf
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	5
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	SMTC
Capacity	50+1
Max Tool Diameter Large	5.0 in
Max Tool Length	10.9 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	168.0 in x 99.0 in x 125.0 in
Machine Weight	15360 lb

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

Tilting B-axis head keeps the full table surface available for fixturing, unlike trunnion-table 5-axis machines that sacrifice table area
203 Nm (150 ft-lbf) of spindle torque at 500 RPM handles steel, cast iron, and stainless without backing off feedrates
50+1 SMTC with 1.8-second tool-to-tool is a major cycle time advantage over carousel-equipped Haas VMCs
1,016 mm (40 in) of X-travel with 1,588 kg table load handles large prismatic workpieces in a single setup
6,967 kg machine weight provides solid vibration dampening for heavy cuts in ferrous materials
NGC control with the same interface as every other Haas means zero retraining for existing Haas operators

Limitations

8,100 RPM spindle limits high-speed aluminum finishing; shops running mostly aluminum should consider HSK-spindle options
B-axis tilts the head rather than rotating the part, which limits some simultaneous 5-axis contouring applications
Base price near $250K puts it well above standard VF-series machines, though it replaces two setups with one
Air-cooled spindle may show thermal drift on extended heavy-duty cycles compared to liquid-cooled alternatives
At 6,967 kg, floor loading and rigging costs are significantly higher than standard VMCs

Best For

Shops cutting multi-face prismatic parts that currently require two or three setups on a 3-axis VMC Aerospace and defense work involving large aluminum and steel structural components Mold and die shops that need angled drilling and tapping on multiple faces Job shops looking for 5-axis positioning capability without the cost and complexity of full simultaneous 5-axis Production environments running large fixtures that benefit from full table access without a trunnion

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the difference between the Haas VP-5 and a standard 5-axis UMC?

The VP-5 tilts the spindle head (B-axis) rather than rotating the workpiece on a trunnion table. This keeps the entire 54 x 24 inch table surface available for fixturing and eliminates part weight limits imposed by trunnion capacity. The trade-off is that the VP-5 is primarily a 5-axis positioning machine rather than a full simultaneous 5-axis contour cutter.

02 Can the VP-5 do simultaneous 5-axis machining?

The VP-5 supports 4+1 axis positioning and can perform some simultaneous multi-axis work, but it is designed primarily for prismatic indexing where you orient the head and then cut. For full simultaneous 5-axis contouring, the UMC series or VR series are better fits.

03 What does a new Haas VP-5 cost?

Base price starts at around $249,995. With common options like through-spindle coolant, probing, and high-speed machining software, expect to spend $280,000 to $320,000 for a production-ready configuration.

04 What spindle torque does the VP-5 have?

The VP-5 produces 203 Nm (150 ft-lbf) of torque at 500 RPM, which is substantially more than the 122 Nm on the standard VF-2. That extra torque makes a real difference when face milling steel and cast iron at aggressive depths of cut.

05 How heavy is the Haas VP-5?

Shipping weight is 6,967 kg (15,360 lb). Plan for reinforced concrete flooring and a rigging crew for installation. The domestic shipping pallet measures 427 x 251 x 318 cm.