Haas VR-11
Key Specifications
X Travel
Y Travel
Z Travel
Max Spindle
Spindle Taper
Tool Capacity
Overview
The Haas VR-11 is the largest 5-axis machine Haas makes, stretching X-axis travel to a full 3,048 mm (120 in) while maintaining 1,016 x 1,067 mm (40 x 42 in) of Y and Z travel. This is a machine for very long aerospace structural components, large mold halves, and oversized composite parts that simply won't fit on anything smaller.
The tilting spindle head carries the same integral spindle/motor as the VR-8: 20,000 RPM with 21.6 kW (29 hp) and 27 Nm (20 ft-lbf) of torque at 7,500 RPM on an HSK-A63 taper. The B axis tilts +/-120 degrees at 112 deg/sec with 639 Nm continuous torque, while the C axis rotates +/-245 degrees at 208 deg/sec with 386 Nm continuous. Liquid cooling keeps the spindle thermally stable during long programs.
The table runs the full 3,048 x 711 mm (120 x 28 in) with five T-slots on 125 mm centers and a 1,814 kg (4,000 lb) load capacity. That's ten feet of table length for clamping long wing skins, structural beams, or elongated mold sections. Rapid traverse is 9.1 m/min (360 ipm) on X and 15.2 m/min (600 ipm) on Y and Z. The slower X rapids reflect the longer travel distance.
The 50+1 SMTC is standard, with 2.8-second tool-to-tool and 3.6-second chip-to-chip. At 15,150 kg (33,400 lb), the VR-11 requires serious floor preparation. It ships on a domestic pallet measuring 7.3 x 3.1 x 3.6 meters.
Base price is around $514K, making the VR-11 one of the most affordable 5-axis machines with 10 feet of X travel. Comparable machines from Jobs, Breton, or DMG Mori run $1M+. For shops that need the reach, the VR-11 is hard to argue with. Specs sourced from Haas Automation published data.
Full Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| X-Axis Travel | 3,048 mm (120 in) |
| Y-Axis Travel | 1,016 mm (40 in) |
| Z-Axis Travel | 1,067 mm (42 in) |
| Axes | 5-axis (X, Y, Z + B tilt + C rotation) |
| B Axis Travel | +/-120 degrees |
| B Axis Speed | 112 deg/sec |
| B Axis Torque | 639 Nm (470 ft-lbf) continuous |
| B Axis Brake Torque | 616 Nm (454 ft-lbf) |
| C Axis Travel | +/-245 degrees |
| C Axis Speed | 208 deg/sec |
| C Axis Torque | 386 Nm (285 ft-lbf) continuous |
| C Axis Brake Torque | 600 Nm (442 ft-lbf) |
| Max Spindle Speed | 20,000 RPM |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 |
| Spindle Motor Power | 29.0 hp |
| Spindle Torque Max | 27 Nm (20 ft-lbf) @ 7,500 RPM |
| Spindle Drive | Integral Spindle/Motor |
| Spindle Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
| Tool Capacity | 50+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 | 3,048 x 711 mm (120 x 28 in) |
| Table Load Max | 1,814 kg (4,000 lb) |
| T Slots | 5 slots, 125 mm (4.92 in) center distance |
| Max Cutting Feedrate | 9.1 m/min (360 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse X | 9.1 m/min (360 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Y | 15.2 m/min (600 ipm) |
| Rapid Traverse Z | 15.2 m/min (600 ipm) |
| Machine Weight | 15,150 kg (33,400 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 | 120.00 in |
| Y Axis | 40.00 in |
| Z Axis | 42.00 in |
| Spindle | S.A.E |
| Max Rating | 29.0 hp |
| Max Speed | 208 °/sec |
| Max Torque | 20.0 ft-lbf @ 7500 rpm |
| Drive System | Integral Spindle/Motor |
| Taper | HSK-A63 |
| Bearing Lubrication | Grease Packed |
| Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
| B Axis Tilt | S.A.E |
| Travel | 245 ° to 245- ° |
| Torque | 285 ft-lbf |
| Brake Torque | 442 ft-lbf |
| C Axis Rotation | S.A.E |
| Table | S.A.E |
| Length | 120.0 in |
| Width | 28.0 in |
| T Slot Width | 0.626 in to 0.630 in |
| T Slot Center Distance | 4.92 in |
| Number Of Std T Slots | 5 |
| Max Weight On Table | 4000 lb |
| Feedrates | S.A.E |
| Max Cutting | 360 ipm |
| Rapids On X | 360 ipm |
| Rapids On Y | 600 ipm |
| Rapids On Z | 600 ipm |
| Axis Motors | S.A.E |
| Max Thrust X | 3400 lbf |
| Max Thrust Y | 3400 lbf |
| Max Thrust Z | 5600 lbf |
| Tool Changer | S.A.E |
| Type | SMTC |
| Capacity | 50+1 |
| Max Tool Diameter Large | 5.0 in |
| Max Tool Length | 12.00 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 | 288.0 in x 121.0 in x 142.0 in |
| Export Crate | 288.0 in x 123.0 in x 144.0 in |
| Machine Weight | 33400 lb |
| Symptom | Possible Cause |
| Coolant Has Filled Up Inside The Clamping Unit | TSC was run. The tool holder had a coolant tube installed. The tool was not a TSC tool. |
| Tsc Was Run A Coolant Tube Was Not Installed In The Tool Holder | Clean and lubricate the entire clamping unit. |
| Tsc Was Run A Correct Tool Holder And Tool Were Used The Lip Seal Is Damaged | Replace the lip seal. Clean and lubricate the entire clamping unit. |
| The Coolant Tube Is Loose In The Tool Holder Or The O Ring In The Coolant Tube Had Failed | Tighten the coolant tube, replace the o-ring as needed. Clean and lubricate the entire clamping unit. |
| The Clamping Cone Locking Screw Is Difficult To Tighten Or Loosen While Setting Pushout | The locking screw is installed backwards. |
| The Hex In The Locking Screw Is Damaged | Remove the clamping cone. Remove the locking screw and replace it. Install the clamping cone and set pushout. |
| Clamp Force Is Low | Clamp force gauge is not set up properly or is malfunctioning. |
| Pushout Is Incorrect | Adjust clamping cone positon to obtain the correct pushout distance. |
| Lubrication Is Failing | Lubricate the clamping unit gripper fingers and clamping cone. |
| Clamping Unit Components Are Worn | If pushout and lubrication are correct, inspect the clamping cone and gripper fingers for wear. Replace as needed. |
| Drawbar Springs Have Failed | This is very unlikely. Do not assume this is the cause unless all other solutions have failed. |
| Tool Holders Are Hard To Remove From The Taper | Pushout is set too low. (When pushout is set too low clamp force may measure very high). |
| Z Axis Position Accuracy Is Inconsistent After Using A Probing System | The tool probe was not seated correctly. |
| Item | HAAS P/N |
Specifications sourced from haascnc.com — verified 2026-03-28
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- 3,048 mm (120 in) X travel provides 10 feet of reach for very long parts in a single setup
- Full 5-axis simultaneous capability with tilting spindle head for complex surface machining
- 20,000 RPM liquid-cooled HSK-A63 spindle handles high-speed contouring and finishing on aluminum and composites
- 50+1 SMTC standard provides ample tool capacity for complex long-part programs
- Base price around $514K is roughly half the cost of comparable European 5-axis gantry machines with 10-foot travel
- 15,150 kg machine mass provides stability and vibration damping for large workpieces
- Same spindle head and rotary axes as VR-8, giving shops a known platform to scale into larger parts
Limitations
- 360 ipm X rapids across 120 inches of travel means substantial non-cutting time on end-to-end traverses
- 27 Nm spindle torque limits heavy roughing; shops often rough on separate machines
- 33,400 lb weight requires significant floor preparation, overhead crane access, and installation planning
- Domestic pallet at 7.3 x 3.1 x 3.6 meters requires careful facility access planning
- NGC 5-axis control is functional but less refined than Siemens 840D or Heidenhain TNC for complex multi-axis programs
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
01
Base price is approximately $514,000 with the 50+1 SMTC included. With through-spindle coolant, probing, and common options, expect $550,000-$600,000. Comparable 10-foot 5-axis gantry machines from European builders typically start above $1 million.
02
The VR-11 doubles the X travel from 1,626 mm to 3,048 mm (64 to 120 inches). The table is correspondingly longer at 3,048 x 711 mm. Y and Z travel, the spindle, and the rotary axes are identical. The VR-11 weighs 15,150 kg versus 11,250 kg and costs about $95K more.
03
The 20,000 RPM spindle with 27 Nm of torque is optimized for high-speed finishing, not heavy roughing in titanium. Light roughing is possible, but most shops rough titanium on a dedicated high-torque 3-axis or horizontal machine and use the VR-11 for finishing and 5-axis contouring.
04
At 33,400 lb (15,150 kg), the VR-11 needs a reinforced concrete floor rated for the point loading. Consult your facilities engineer for slab thickness and reinforcement requirements. The machine also needs overhead crane access for installation and adequate door clearance for the 7.3-meter pallet.
05
Aerospace is the primary market, particularly for long structural aluminum components. Defense contractors, marine manufacturers, wind energy companies, and large tooling shops also use the VR-11 for oversized 5-axis work.
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