USED HAAS VR11 – 2022
The HAAS VR11 – 2022 is a large-format 5-axis CNC vertical machining center designed for machining oversized and complex components that may be difficult to process on conventional rotary-table or trunnion-style 5-axis machines. The VR11 uses a 2-axis gimbaled spindle head, allowing the cutting tool to rotate around the workpiece while the workpiece remains stationary on the large T-slot table. Haas specifies 120 inches of X-axis travel, 40 inches of Y-axis travel, and 42 inches of Z-axis travel, providing a substantial machining envelope for large components and fixtures.
The machine features a 20,000 RPM HSK-A63 integral spindle/motor, with Haas listing a maximum spindle rating of 29.0 hp / 21.6 kW on the current specification page. The spindle is liquid cooled and designed for high-speed machining of aluminum, composites, and other non-ferrous materials while also providing sufficient power for a range of steel machining applications.
The VR11’s dual-axis spindle head provides ±120° of B-axis tilt and ±245° of C-axis rotation, allowing the tool to approach complex surfaces and features from multiple directions. The machine supports both simultaneous 5-axis machining and rigid 3+2 machining, with pneumatic brakes on the rotary axes for increased rigidity during indexed operations.
The large table measures 120 x 28 inches, supports up to 4,000 lb evenly distributed, and includes five standard T-slots. The machine is equipped with a 50+1 side-mount tool changer, wireless intuitive probing, high-pressure flood coolant, chip auger, chip washdown, and a 95-gallon coolant tank.
HAAS VR11 2022 – AXIS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Machine Configuration | 5-Axis Vertical Machining Center |
| Spindle Head | 2-Axis Gimbaled Head |
| X Axis | Linear |
| Y Axis | Linear |
| Z Axis | Linear |
| B Axis | ±120° Tilt |
| C Axis | ±245° Rotation |
| Simultaneous 5-Axis | Yes |
| 3+2 Machining | Yes |
| CNC Control | Haas CNC Control |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 |
The VR11 uses a gimbal-head architecture in which the B and C rotary axes are mounted on the spindle head. This allows the cutting tool to change orientation while the large workpiece remains stationary on the table.
HAAS VR11 2022 – AXIS TRAVELS / WORK ENVELOPE
| Axis / SpecificationTravel | Details |
|---|---|
| X Axis Travel | 120 in / 3,048 mm |
| Y Axis Travel | 40 in / 1,016 mm |
| Z Axis Travel | 42 in / 1,067 mm |
| B Axis Travel | ±120° |
| C Axis Travel | ±245° |
| B Axis Maximum Speed | 112°/sec |
| C Axis Maximum Speed | 208°/sec |
| Maximum Cutting Feed | 360 ipm / 9.1 m/min |
The 120-inch X-axis travel gives the VR11 a particularly large machining envelope. The gimbaled spindle head provides extensive angular access, allowing the machine to reach complex surfaces, undercuts, and multiple faces without requiring the workpiece to be repositioned.
HAAS VR11 2022 – CAPACITY
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Table Length | 120 in / 3,048 mm |
| Table Width | 28 in / 711 mm |
| Maximum Table Load | 4,000 lb / 1,814 kg |
| Number of T-Slots | 5 |
| T-Slot Center Distance | 4.92 in / 125 mm |
| T-Slot Width | 0.626–0.630 in |
| X-Axis Travel | 120 in |
| Y-Axis Travel | 40 in |
| Z-Axis Travel | 42 in |
The large table allows oversized workpieces, fixtures, and aerospace structures to be supported directly on the machine table. Haas specifies a maximum evenly distributed table load of 4,000 lb.
HAAS VR11 2022 – SPINDLE
| Specification Main Spindle | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Spindle Speed | 20,000 RPM |
| Spindle Power | 29.0 HP / 21.6 kW |
| Spindle Type | Integral Spindle/Motor |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 |
| Cooling | Liquid Cooled |
| Bearing Lubrication | Grease Packed |
| Maximum Torque | 20 ft-lb / 27 Nm @ 7,500 RPM |
The 20,000 RPM HSK-A63 spindle is designed for high-speed milling and provides the speed required for small tools and high surface footage. Haas describes the spindle as suitable for aluminum, composites, non-ferrous materials, and a range of steel applications.
HAAS VR11 2022 – MILLING SPINDLE
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Spindle Speed | 20,000 RPM |
| Spindle Power | 29.0 HP / 21.6 kW |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 |
| Spindle Configuration | Integral Spindle/Motor |
| Spindle Head | 2-Axis Gimbaled |
| B-Axis Tilt | ±120° |
| C-Axis Rotation | ±245° |
| Simultaneous 5-Axis | Yes |
| 3+2 Machining | Yes |
The gimbaled spindle head is one of the primary features of the VR11. Instead of rotating the workpiece on a traditional rotary table, the spindle head changes orientation around the stationary component. This configuration provides access to multiple surfaces and complex geometries over the machine’s large work envelope.
HAAS VR11 2022 – TOOL CHANGER
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Tool Changer Type | Side-Mount Tool Changer |
| Tool Capacity | 50+1 |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 |
| Maximum Tool Diameter | 2.5 in / 64 mm |
| Large Tool Diameter | 5.0 in / 127 mm |
| Maximum Tool Length | 12 in / 305 mm |
| Maximum Tool Weight | 12 lb / 5.4 kg |
| Tool-to-Tool Time | 2.80 sec average |
| Chip-to-Chip Time | 3.60 sec average |
The 50+1 tool changer provides substantial tool capacity for large and complex machining programs. Haas lists a 2.5-inch maximum tool diameter with all adjacent pockets occupied, while tools up to 5 inches can be accommodated when the adjacent pocket is empty.
HAAS VR11 2022 – CONTROL SYSTEM
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| CNC Control | Haas CNC Control |
| Control Display | Widescreen Monitor |
| Program Memory | 1 GB Standard |
| Tool Center Point | Included |
| Dynamic Work Offsets | Included |
| Rigid Tapping | Included |
| Advanced Tool Management | Included |
| Ethernet Interface | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Connection | Yes |
| HaasConnect | Yes |
| HaasDrop | Yes |
| Remote Jog Handle | Touchscreen Display |
The Haas control is configured for the VR11’s 5-axis architecture and includes Tool Center Point Control, Dynamic Work Offsets, rigid tapping, advanced tool management, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and HaasConnect.
HAAS VR11 2022 – COOLANT / CHIP MANAGEMENT
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Coolant Capacity | 95 gal / 360 L |
| Coolant System | High-Pressure Flood |
| Chip Removal | Chip Auger |
| Chip Washdown | Yes |
| Chip Tray Filter Kit | Yes |
| Coolant Pump | Single-Stage |
| Window Air Blast | Yes |
| Coolant Management | Integrated |
The VR11 includes a 95-gallon coolant tank, high-pressure flood coolant, chip auger, chip washdown, window air blast, and chip-tray filtration. These systems help manage chips and coolant during extended machining operations.
HAAS VR11 2022 – POWER REQUIREMENTS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Spindle Power | 29.0 HP / 21.6 kW |
| Spindle Speed | 20,000 RPM |
| Low Input Voltage | 220 VAC, 3 Phase |
| Low Voltage Full Load | 70 A |
| High Input Voltage | 440 VAC, 3 Phase |
| High Voltage Full Load | 35 A |
| Minimum Air Pressure | 80 psi / 5.5 bar |
| Air Requirement | 4 SCFM @ 100 psi |
The standard specifications identify 220 VAC or 440 VAC three-phase input configurations, with full-load current of 70 A at 220 V or 35 A at 440 V. Actual electrical requirements should be confirmed from the individual machine’s documentation and configuration before installation.
HAAS VR11 2022 – DIMENSIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Shipping Length | 288 in / 732 cm |
| Domestic Shipping Width | 121 in / 307 cm |
| Domestic Shipping Height | 142 in / 361 cm |
| Export Crate Width | 123 in / 312 cm |
| Export Crate Height | 144 in / 366 cm |
| Shipping Weight | Approximately 33,400 lb / 15,150 kg |
The VR11 is a very large machine and requires substantial floor space and material-handling capability for installation. Haas lists a shipping weight of approximately 33,400 lb and shipping dimensions of approximately 288 x 121 x 142 inches for the domestic pallet configuration.
HAAS VR11 2022 – GENERAL INFORMATION
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HAAS |
| Model | VR11 |
| Year | 2022 |
| Machine Type | 5-Axis Vertical Machining Center |
| Configuration | Large-Format 5-Axis |
| Spindle Head | 2-Axis Gimbaled |
| CNC Control | Haas CNC Control |
| Spindle Taper | HSK-A63 |
| Spindle Speed | 20,000 RPM |
| Spindle Power | 29.0 HP / 21.6 kW |
| X-Axis Travel | 120 in / 3,048 mm |
| Y-Axis Travel | 40 in / 1,016 mm |
| Z-Axis Travel | 42 in / 1,067 mm |
| B-Axis | ±120° |
| C-Axis | ±245° |
| Tool Capacity | 50+1 |
| Table Size | 120 x 28 in |
| Maximum Table Load | 4,000 lb / 1,814 kg |
| Coolant Capacity | 95 gal / 360 L |
| Simultaneous 5-Axis | Yes |
The VR11 combines a very large linear work envelope with a dual-axis gimbaled spindle head, making it different from conventional 5-axis machines that rotate the workpiece on a trunnion or rotary table.
INDUSTRIES THAT USE HAAS VR11
The HAAS VR11 is designed for industries that require large-format machining combined with multi-axis access to complex surfaces. Its 120-inch X-axis travel and gimbaled spindle configuration make it suitable for large components that may exceed the practical capacity of smaller 5-axis machining centers.
Common industries and applications include:
- Aerospace manufacturing
- Aircraft component manufacturing
- Defense manufacturing
- Automotive manufacturing
- Energy equipment
- Large industrial machinery
- Transportation equipment
- Mold and die manufacturing
- Composite component manufacturing
- General precision engineering
The VR11’s ability to maintain the workpiece on a large stationary table while the spindle head changes orientation can be useful for large structural components and complex parts requiring multiple machining angles.
TYPICAL PARTS HAAS VR11 CAN PRODUCE
The VR11 can be used to manufacture and finish large components requiring multiple machining orientations, including:
- Aerospace structural components
- Aircraft frames and structural parts
- Large aluminum components
- Composite molds and tooling
- Large dies
- Automotive tooling
- Defense components
- Large industrial housings
- Energy-sector components
- Large precision fixtures
- Complex 5-axis components
- Large contoured components
The 2-axis gimbaled spindle allows the cutting tool to access multiple faces and complex contours without repeatedly repositioning a large workpiece. The ±120° B-axis and ±245° C-axis provide extensive angular access for complex 5-axis machining.
WHY CHOOSE HAAS VR11
The HAAS VR11 combines a large machining envelope with a 2-axis gimbaled spindle head, making it capable of machining large components that may not fit conveniently on traditional rotary-table 5-axis machines. Its 120 x 40 x 42-inch X/Y/Z travels provide substantial capacity for large workpieces and fixtures.
The 20,000 RPM HSK-A63 spindle provides high-speed machining capability, while the 50+1 tool changer allows complex programs to use a broad range of cutting tools. The B-axis provides ±120° of tilt and the C-axis provides ±245° of rotation, giving the spindle access to numerous machining angles.
The machine also includes Tool Center Point Control, Dynamic Work Offsets, wireless probing, high-pressure coolant, chip auger, and a 95-gallon coolant system as standard features on the documented configuration.
WHY BUY USED HAAS VR11
Buying a used HAAS VR11 can provide access to large-format 5-axis machining capability without the capital expenditure associated with purchasing a new machine. For manufacturers that regularly machine oversized components, the combination of the large table, long X-axis travel, and gimbaled spindle head can provide substantial production flexibility.
A properly inspected used VR11 may include valuable features such as:
- Haas CNC control
- 20,000 RPM HSK-A63 spindle
- 2-axis gimbaled spindle head
- ±120° B-axis
- ±245° C-axis
- Simultaneous 5-axis machining
- 50+1 tool changer
- Wireless intuitive probing
- Tool Center Point Control
- Dynamic Work Offsets
- High-pressure flood coolant
- Chip auger
- Chip washdown
- 95-gallon coolant tank
- Large 120 x 28-inch T-slot table
Before purchasing, buyers should inspect spindle condition, spindle taper, B- and C-axis operation, rotary-axis brakes, linear-axis movement, backlash, machine geometry, tool changer operation, probing system, coolant system, chip auger, control operation, and overall machine condition. The exact options and condition can vary between individual used machines.
HOW MUCH DOES A USED HAAS VR11 COST?
The price of a used HAAS VR11 can vary significantly depending on year, machine condition, spindle hours, options, tooling, maintenance history, installation requirements, and seller location. Unlike smaller Haas vertical machining centers, the VR11 represents a large-format 5-axis machine, so transportation, rigging, installation, and facility preparation can also have a significant effect on the total acquisition cost.
For context, a July 2022 Haas factory quotation for a VR11 showed a base price of US$422,295, with control options, additional options, and accessories bringing the quoted total to US$456,365. This was a new-machine quotation rather than a used-market sale price, so it should not be treated as the current used value.
When evaluating a used HAAS VR11, buyers should compare the machine’s year, spindle hours, B- and C-axis condition, spindle condition, tool changer, probing system, coolant and chip-management equipment, included options, service history, tooling, and overall machine condition. The individual configuration can have a substantial effect on the final asking price.
