For a machinist who wants a heavy, simple 7x27 R8 mill and would rather change belts and gears than pay for variable speed.
Precision Matthews $2,699 eBay
For a hobbyist who wants a compact bench mill with a brushless 1 hp motor and a readout installed.
- 6.3 x 27.6 inTable
- 750 W (1 hp)Motor
- 100 to 2,000 rpmSpeeds
- 245 lbWeight
Price checked November 4, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. As an eBay Partner, we may be compensated if you make a purchase.
- 1 hp brushless motor and a 3-axis readout, both included
- 19.7 in of X travel on a 27.6 in table
- Solid head keeps tram from drifting
- Cross travel is only 5.5 in
- No head tilt, and no warranty length is published
The Little Machine Shop HiTorque family
Every Little Machine Shop HiTorque model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own table size.
| Model | Table | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Machine Shop HiTorque 3990 | 4.7 x 18.1 in | 2.8/5 | $1,449 |
| Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6450 | 4.7 x 18.1 in | 2.6/5 | $2,499 |
| Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6570 (this one) | 6.3 x 27.6 in | 3.1/5 | $3,399 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its table size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | HiTorque 6570 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Table | 6.3 x 27.6 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 19.7 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 5.5 in |
| Head (Z) travel | 11.6 in |
| Spindle and motor | |
| Motor | 750 W (1 hp) |
| Motor type | Brushless DC, belt drive |
| Brushless motor | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 100 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 |
| Head tilt | None |
| Features | |
| Power feed | No |
| Digital readout | Yes |
| Weight | 245 lb |
Alternatives in this table size
For a shop with 220 V that wants a heavy, plain 8x29 mill-drill with a deep quill and does not need variable speed.
Grizzly $2,895 eBayFor a home shop that wants the familiar G0704 design with a readout already fitted, bought direct from Grizzly.
Amazon $4,020 eBayCompare
Compare the Little Machine Shop HiTorque 6570 with any other milling machine →
More from Little Machine Shop: every Little Machine Shop product ranked.