JET BDB-919 Belt Drive Bench Lathe vs JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.1 to 2.9. The JET BDB-919 Belt Drive Bench Lathe costs $450 less ($3,549.99 vs $3,999.99).

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JET BDB-919 Belt Drive Bench Lathe vs JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe

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Factor weightJET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench LatheJET BDB-919 Belt Drive Bench Lathe
Overall rating3.1/52.9/5
Price 25%0 $3,999.990 $3,549.99
Capacity 20%75 8.8 in swing x 27.5 in between centers50 swing or distance between centers not published (neutral score used)
Motor 15%57 560 W motor57 560 W motor
Features 30%40 cuts threads, power feed40 cuts threads, power feed
Warranty 10%100 2-year warranty100 2-year warranty

Specifications

JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench LatheJET BDB-919 Belt Drive Bench Lathe
Capacity
Swing over bed8.8 in8.8 in
Between centers27.5 in-
Spindle bore0.8 in0.8 in
Spindle and motor
Motor560 W560 W
Spindle speeds130 to 2,000 rpm130 to 2,000 rpm
Variable speedNoNo
Spindle taperMT3-
Features
Cuts threadsYesYes
Power feedYesYes
Digital readoutNo-
Weight293 lb250 lb
Warranty2 years2 years

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