Yokoma AL028356 R8 Mill Drill 1300W
#1 in MillsFull review
A well equipped large bench mill for the price, if you can accept no stated warranty.
Amazon $1,859$1,859
3.6/5
For a hobbyist who wants G0704 sized capacity with a stronger brushless motor for less money.
- 7 x 27.5 in tableCapacity
- 1,119 WMotor
- 0 to 2,500 rpmSpeeds
- 260 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$2,199
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Pros
- The largest table here at 7 x 27-1/2 in, with 19-1/2 in of X travel
- 1.5 hp brushless motor, the strongest among the mills
- Head tilts 90 degrees each way
Cons
- No warranty stated for this model
- Stand and readout cost extra
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | VM25L (500202) |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Table | 7 x 27.5 in table |
| Longitudinal travel | 19.5 in |
| Cross travel | 5.5 in |
| Spindle and motor | |
| Motor | 1,119 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 0 to 2,500 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way |
| Features | |
| Weight | 260 lb |
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Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand
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