MechMaxx VM25L 7x27.5 Mill Drill
#2 in MillsFull review
For a hobbyist who wants G0704 sized capacity with a stronger brushless motor for less money.
Amazon $2,199$2,199
4.0/5
A well equipped large bench mill for the price, if you can accept no stated warranty.
- 7.1 x 27.5 in tableCapacity
- 1,300 WMotor
- 20 to 2,250 rpmSpeeds
Check price at Amazon$1,859
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Large 27.5 x 7.1 in table with an R8 spindle
- 1300 W brushless motor and a depth readout
- Head tilts 90 degrees each way
Cons
- Table travel is not published
- No published 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 | AL028356 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Table | 7.1 x 27.5 in table |
| Spindle and motor | |
| Motor | 1,300 W |
| Brushless motor | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 20 to 2,250 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way |
| Features | |
| Digital readout | Yes |
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