VEVOR 7x14 Mini Metal Lathe 550W
#17 in LathesFull review
For a first lathe on a tight budget, to learn on small aluminum and brass parts. Expect to tune and upgrade it.
Amazon $529.90$529.90
2.9/5
For a serious hobbyist or small shop that wants a gearbox lathe from a known brand and will pay for it.
- 8.8 in swingCapacity
- 560 WMotor
- 130 to 2,000 rpmSpeeds
- 250 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$3,549.99
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Quick change gearbox: dial in any of 39 threads without swapping gears
- A heavy 250 lb bench machine from an established tool brand
- Two year warranty
Cons
- By far the most expensive lathe here
- Six belt speeds; changing speed means moving belts
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 | BDB-919 (321378) |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Swing over bed | 8.8 in |
| Spindle bore | 0.8 in |
| Spindle and motor | |
| Motor | 560 W |
| Spindle speeds | 130 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | No |
| Features | |
| Cuts threads | Yes |
| Power feed | Yes |
| Weight | 250 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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