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 and the VEVOR TQ2575B 10x30 Lathe with DRO are evenly matched, rated 3.7 and 3.6. The Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe leads on features and price. The VEVOR TQ2575B 10x30 Lathe with DRO wins on capacity. The Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe costs $544.90 less ($1,715 vs $2,259.90).
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VEVOR TQ2575B 10x30 Lathe with DRO
#10 in LathesFull review
For the budget buyer who wants a long 10 in bed and a readout and can live with change gears.
Amazon $2,259.90 eBay$2,259.90
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe for features (cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, brushless motor vs cuts threads, variable speed, digital readout) and price ($1,715 vs $2,259.90).
- Choose the VEVOR TQ2575B 10x30 Lathe with DRO for capacity (10 in swing x 30 in between centers vs 8.3 in swing x 31.5 in between centers).
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 | VEVOR TQ2575B 10x30 Lathe with DRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Price 25% | 44 $1,715 | 27 $2,259.90 |
| Capacity 20% | 84 8.3 in swing x 31.5 in between centers | 100 10 in swing x 30 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 87 1,100 W motor | 87 1,100 W motor |
| Features 30% | 70 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, brushless motor | 55 cuts threads, variable speed, digital readout |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe | VEVOR TQ2575B 10x30 Lathe with DRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 8.3 in | 10 in |
| Between centers | 31.5 in | 30 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,100 W | 1,100 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,500 rpm | 0 to 3,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | Yes | Yes |
| Power feed | Yes | - |
| Digital readout | - | Yes |
| Weight | - | 337 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |