Lincoln Power MIG 262
#6 in 240 VFull review
A heavy 300 A MIG for serious fabrication shops with 240 V or industrial power. Home welders get more for the money from a dual voltage multiprocess machine.
Cyberweld $3,898.99$3,898.99
The Lincoln Power MIG 262 and the Miller Millermatic 255 are evenly matched, rated 2.6 and 2.6. The Miller Millermatic 255 wins on weight. The Lincoln Power MIG 262 costs $453.01 less ($3,898.99 vs $4,352).
Miller Millermatic 255
#7 in 240 VFull review
A professional shop MIG for fabricators who weld thick steel and aluminum all day. It is overkill for weekend repairs.
Amazon $4,352$4,352
Prices were last checked November 1, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Miller Millermatic 255 for weight (84 lb vs 250 lb).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 240 V MIG welder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Lincoln Power MIG 262 | Miller Millermatic 255 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.6/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 0 $13 per amp ($3,898.99, 300 A maximum) | 0 $12.43 per amp ($4,352, 350 A maximum) |
| Duty cycle 20% | 50 40% at full output (300 A) | 15 60% at 230 A, about 26% at full output |
| Processes 15% | 60 MIG, flux-core, takes a spool gun for aluminum | 60 MIG, flux-core, takes a spool gun for aluminum |
| Weight 10% | 0 250 lb | 60 84 lb |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty on the machine | 50 3-year warranty on the machine |
Specifications
| Lincoln Power MIG 262 | Miller Millermatic 255 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | ||
| Input voltage | 240 V | 240 V |
| Maximum output | 300 A | 350 A |
| Rated duty cycle | 40% at 300 A | 60% at 230 A, 40 °C |
| Thickest steel, one pass | - | 0.5 in |
| Inverter | - | Yes |
| Processes and wire | ||
| Gas MIG | Yes | Yes |
| Stick | No | No |
| TIG | No | No |
| Spool gun ready | Yes | Yes |
| Wire sizes | 0.023 to 0.045 in | 0.023 to 0.045 in |
| Synergic settings | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 250 lb | 84 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2019-02 |