Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe vs Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe

Last updated: November 3, 2026

The Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.2 to 3.1. The Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe leads on price. The Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe wins on capacity. The Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe costs $530 less ($1,195 vs $1,725).

Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe vs Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe

Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every lathes metal lathe; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightGrizzly G0765 7x14 Metal LatheGrizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe
Overall rating3.2/53.1/5
Price 25%67 $1,19544 $1,725
Capacity 20%15 7 in swing x 13.8 in between centers29 8.2 in swing x 15.8 in between centers
Motor 15%57 560 W motor57 560 W motor
Features 30%55 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed55 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed
Warranty 10%50 1-year warranty50 1-year warranty

Specifications

Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal LatheGrizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe
Capacity
Swing over bed7 in8.2 in
Between centers13.8 in15.8 in
Spindle bore0.8 in0.8 in
Spindle and motor
Motor560 W560 W
Spindle speeds100 to 2,000 rpm50 to 2,000 rpm
Variable speedYesYes
Spindle taperMT3MT3
Features
Cuts threadsYesYes
Power feedYesYes
Digital readoutNoNo
Weight110 lb190 lb
Warranty1 year1 year

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