Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe
#9 in LathesFull review
For long work and panel set threading at a price below the MechMaxx readout lathes.
Amazon $1,715 eBay$1,715
The Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.7 to 3.5. The Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe leads on price and capacity. The MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO wins on features. The Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe costs $1,384 less ($1,715 vs $3,099).
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MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO
#14 in LathesFull review
For the 10x22 buyer who wants a readout and dial speed for less than the Grizzly G0752Z.
Amazon $3,099 eBay$3,099
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe for price ($1,715 vs $3,099) and capacity (8.3 in swing x 31.5 in between centers vs 9.9 in swing x 21.6 in between centers).
- Choose the MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO for features (cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, digital readout, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more vs cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, brushless motor).
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 weight | Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe | MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Price 25% | 44 $1,715 | 8 $3,099 |
| Capacity 20% | 84 8.3 in swing x 31.5 in between centers | 64 9.9 in swing x 21.6 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 87 1,100 W motor | 87 1,119 W motor |
| Features 30% | 70 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, brushless motor | 100 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, digital readout, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe | MechMaxx 1022VD 10x22 Lathe with DRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 8.3 in | 9.9 in |
| Between centers | 31.5 in | 21.6 in |
| Spindle bore | - | 1.5 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,100 W | 1,119 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,500 rpm | 0 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | - | MT5 |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | Yes | Yes |
| Power feed | Yes | Yes |
| Digital readout | - | Yes |
| Weight | - | 352.7 lb |