MechMaxx 1022V 10x22 Lathe vs MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO and the MechMaxx 1022V 10x22 Lathe are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.5. The MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO leads on features. The MechMaxx 1022V 10x22 Lathe wins on price. The MechMaxx 1022V 10x22 Lathe costs $500 less ($2,599 vs $3,099).

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MechMaxx 1022V 10x22 Lathe vs MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO

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 weightMechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DROMechMaxx 1022V 10x22 Lathe
Overall rating3.5/53.5/5
Price 25%8 $3,09918 $2,599
Capacity 20%64 9.9 in swing x 21.6 in between centers64 9.9 in swing x 21.6 in between centers
Motor 15%87 1,119 W motor87 1,119 W motor
Features 30%100 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, digital readout, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more85 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more
Warranty 10%0 warranty not published, scored as none0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DROMechMaxx 1022V 10x22 Lathe
Capacity
Swing over bed9.9 in9.9 in
Between centers21.6 in21.6 in
Spindle bore1.5 in1.5 in
Spindle and motor
Motor1,119 W1,119 W
Brushless motorYesYes
Spindle speeds0 to 2,000 rpm0 to 2,000 rpm
Variable speedYesYes
Spindle taperMT5MT5
Features
Cuts threadsYesYes
Power feedYesYes
Digital readoutYesNo
Weight352.7 lb341.7 lb

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