Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe
#7 in LathesFull review
For long work and panel set threading at a price below the MechMaxx readout lathes.
Amazon $1,715$1,715
The Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe leads on features and motor. The Yokoma 8x32 Brushless Metal Lathe costs $116 less ($1,599 vs $1,715).
Yokoma 8x32 Brushless Metal Lathe
#12 in LathesFull review
For plain turning of long, thick stock. Pick another model if threading matters.
Amazon $1,599$1,599
Prices were last checked November 3, 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 Yokoma AL028401 8x31.5 Metal Lathe for features (cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, brushless motor vs variable speed, brushless motor, spindle bore of 1 in or more) and motor (1,100 W motor vs 900 W 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 | Yokoma 8x32 Brushless Metal Lathe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 44 $1,715 | 49 $1,599 |
| Capacity 20% | 84 8.3 in swing x 31.5 in between centers | 80 8 in swing x 31.5 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 87 1,100 W motor | 78 900 W motor |
| Features 30% | 70 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed, brushless motor | 45 variable speed, 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 | Yokoma 8x32 Brushless Metal Lathe | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 8.3 in | 8 in |
| Between centers | 31.5 in | 31.5 in |
| Spindle bore | - | 1.5 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 1,100 W | 900 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,500 rpm | 50 to 2,500 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | - | MT5 |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | Yes | - |
| Power feed | Yes | - |