Garvee 9x30 Metal Lathe 1100W
#2 in LathesFull review
A lot of lathe for about $1,100: long bed, big bore and auto feed, with no stated warranty.
Amazon $1,099.99$1,099.99
3.7/5
For long work on a budget when easy returns matter more than a wide thread range.
- 8.7 x 30 inCapacity
- 1,100 WMotor
- Up to 3,000 rpmSpeeds
Check price at Amazon$1,159.90
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 30 in between centers and an 1100 W motor at a mid range price
- Sold and shipped by Amazon, so returns are simple
Cons
- Only 16 thread pitches, fewer than most rivals
- Spindle bore and warranty are not published
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 | TQ2275 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Swing over bed | 8.7 in |
| Between centers | 30 in |
| Spindle and motor | |
| Motor | 1,100 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | Up to 3,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Features | |
| Cuts threads | Yes |
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