Grizzly G8688 7x12 Mini Metal Lathe
#18 in LathesFull review
For a beginner who wants dealer support with a classic 7x12 mini lathe. The motor limits it to light work.
Grizzly $1,045$1,045
2.9/5
A proven, heavy gear head design for the hobbyist who threads often and does not mind moving belts.
- 8.8 x 19 inCapacity
- 560 WMotor
- 130 to 2,000 rpmSpeeds
- 294 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$2,530
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- A long running 9x19 design with 38 inch and metric threads
- Heavy at 294 lb shipped for a bench lathe
- Four power feed rates
Cons
- Six belt speeds; no variable speed dial
- One year warranty
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its machine type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | G4000 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Swing over bed | 8.8 in |
| Between centers | 19 in |
| Spindle bore | 0.8 in |
| Spindle and motor | |
| Motor | 560 W |
| Spindle speeds | 130 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | No |
| Spindle taper | MT3 |
| Features | |
| Cuts threads | Yes |
| Power feed | Yes |
| Weight | 294 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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