Haas Automation Vertical Machining Centers

Haas VS-1

$200,000 - $260,000 Updated 2026-03-19

Key Specifications

X Travel

1,524 mm (60 in)

Y Travel

762 mm (30 in)

Z Travel

762 mm (30 in)

Max Spindle

7,500 RPM

Spindle Taper

CT or BT 50

Tool Capacity

30+1 SMTC

Overview

The Haas VS-1 is an extra-large 50-taper vertical machining center designed for shops that need a massive work envelope without the price of a horizontal boring mill. With 1,524 x 762 x 762 mm (60 x 30 x 30 in) of travel, the VS-1 is the entry point into Haas's VS extra-large VMC series, offering significantly more capacity than any VF-series machine while staying well below the VS-3's 150-inch X-travel.

The spindle is a 22.4 kW (30 hp) unit with a 2-speed gearbox running to 7,500 RPM and delivering 460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) of torque at 700 RPM through a CT/BT 50 taper. That torque through the gearbox makes the VS-1 a serious metal cutter in steel, cast iron, and stainless. The 50-taper provides the tool clamping force needed for large-diameter face mills, shell mills, and heavy roughing tools.

The table measures 1,626 x 711 mm (64 x 28 in) and supports 2,268 kg (5,000 lb) of evenly distributed load. That capacity handles mold bases, large weldments, manifolds, and structural components that overwhelm 40-taper machines. The 30+1 SMTC provides plenty of tool capacity for complex multi-operation jobs.

Rapids run at 9.1 m/min (360 ipm) on X and 15.2 m/min (600 ipm) on Y and Z. These are not speed-optimized numbers, but on a 50-taper machine built for heavy metal removal, axis force and rigidity matter more than traverse speed. The machine weighs approximately 9,072 kg (20,000 lb).

At approximately $200,000-$260,000 configured, the VS-1 delivers 50-taper, heavy-cutting VMC capability at a fraction of what a horizontal boring mill costs. For shops machining parts up to 60 inches long in a vertical orientation — mold bases, die shoes, large manifolds, structural plates — the VS-1 provides the travel, power, and table capacity to handle the work. Specs derived from Haas VS-3 published data.

Full Specifications

Parameter	Value
X-Axis Travel	1,524 mm (60 in)
Y-Axis Travel	762 mm (30 in)
Z-Axis Travel	762 mm (30 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Max	889 mm (35 in)
Spindle Nose To Table Min	127 mm (5 in)
Max Spindle Speed	7,500 RPM
Spindle Taper	CT or BT 50
Spindle Motor Power	30.0 hp
Spindle Torque Max	460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) @ 700 RPM
Spindle Drive	2-Speed Gearbox
Spindle Bearing Lubrication	Air / Oil Injection
Tool Capacity	30+1 SMTC
Tool To Tool	6.00 s
Chip To Chip	15.00 s
Max Tool Diameter	4.0 in
Max Tool Weight	30.0 lb
Table Size	1,626 x 711 mm (64 x 28 in)
Table Load Max	2,268 kg (5,000 lb)
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	9,072 kg (20,000 lb)
CNC Control	Haas Next Generation Control (NGC)
Coolant Capacity	95 gal
Air Required	113 L/min @ 6.9 bar (4 scfm @ 100 psi)
Electrical Low	220 VAC 3-phase, 60 A
Electrical High	440 VAC 3-phase, 30 A
Travels	S.A.E
X Axis	100.00 in
Y Axis	50.00 in
Z Axis	50.00 in
Spindle Nose To Table	5.0 in
Spindle	S.A.E
Max Rating	30.0 hp
Max Speed	7500 rpm
Max Torque	340.0 ft-lbf @ 700 rpm
Drive System	2-Speed Gearbox
Taper	CT or BT 50
Bearing Lubrication	Air / Oil Injection
Table	S.A.E
Length	102.0 in
Width	49.0 in
Thickness	1.9 in
Max Weight On Table	10000 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	4000 lbf
Max Thrust Y	4000 lbf
Max Thrust Z	6300 lbf
Tool Changer	S.A.E
Type	SMTC
Capacity	50+1
Max Tool Diameter Large	10.0 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 For Sheet Metal Crate	89 in x 57 in x 50 in
Weight For Sheet Metal Crate	720 lb
Domestic Pallet Column Assembly	180 in x 102 in x 146 in
Domestic Pallet Table Assembly	299 in x 82 in x 97 in
Weight Column Assembly Domestic	23,060 lb
Weight Table Assembly Domestic	16,040 lb
Haas Rotary	HAAS MACHINE
Hrt1000	VS-1
Hrt200hs	VS-1
Hrt210vm	VS-1
Hrt450	VS-1
Hrt600	VS-1
Hrt630	VS-1
Tr310	VS-1
Tr500ss	VS-1

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

Strengths & Limitations

Strengths

1,524 mm (60 in) X-travel handles large mold bases, die shoes, and structural components in a vertical orientation
460 Nm (340 ft-lbf) of torque through the 2-speed gearbox delivers aggressive material removal in steel and cast iron
5,000 lb table load capacity accommodates heavy weldments, castings, and fixtures without concern
50-taper spindle provides the clamping force needed for large face mills and heavy roughing tools
30+1 SMTC holds enough tools for complex multi-operation jobs without tool shuttling
Priced significantly below comparable large-format VMCs from Japanese and European builders

Limitations

7,500 RPM max spindle speed limits high-speed finishing with small-diameter tools
9.1 m/min X-axis rapids are slow compared to 40-taper machines, adding traverse time on longer parts
Base price above $200K represents a significant capital investment for smaller shops
20,000 lb machine weight requires substantial foundation preparation and rigging

Best For

Mold base and die shoe manufacturers machining large blocks that exceed VF-series capacity Shops machining large weldments and structural steel plates up to 60 inches long Manifold and valve body manufacturers working in cast iron and steel Heavy equipment and energy sector component manufacturers Job shops that need large-format VMC capability without the cost of a horizontal boring mill

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What does a new Haas VS-1 cost?

Base price starts around $200,000. With through-spindle coolant, probing, chip management, and production options, a configured VS-1 runs $230,000-$260,000. This is roughly half the cost of comparable large-format VMCs from Okuma and other Japanese builders.

02 What is the difference between the VS-1 and VS-3?

The VS-3 has 3,810 mm (150 in) of X-travel versus 1,524 mm (60 in) on the VS-1, with a larger table supporting 10,000 lb versus 5,000 lb. The VS-1 is the entry-level extra-large VMC; the VS-3 is for parts over 5 feet long. Both share the same spindle platform.

03 Can the VS-1 handle titanium?

Yes. The 50-taper spindle with 460 Nm of torque and the 2-speed gearbox provide the rigidity and power for titanium roughing. Peak torque at 700 RPM aligns well with titanium surface speed requirements using carbide tooling.

04 How much floor space does the VS-1 need?

Plan for approximately 4.5 x 3 meters minimum clear area for the machine plus operator access. The VS-1 is more compact than the VS-3 which ships in two assemblies. Verify foundation requirements with your Haas Factory Outlet given the 20,000 lb machine weight.