Choosing a Baileigh Metal Lathe for Your Shop
Finding the right Baileigh lathe comes down to swing capacity, between-centers length, and the level of speed control your work requires. Use the guide below to match the right model to your shop.
Baileigh Benchtop Metal Lathes
These compact Baileigh metal lathes run on standard 110V power and suit small-part turning, toolroom work, and shops where bench space is limited.
Baileigh PL-714VS-V2 7" × 14" Variable Speed Benchtop Lathe
- Swing: 7"
- Between centers: 13.8"
- Speed: 100–2500 RPM variable
- Motor: 0.75 HP / 110V
Best compact option for small-part turning and threading work on 110V power with a built-in digital readout.
Baileigh PL-1022VS-V2 10" × 22" Variable Speed Benchtop Lathe
- Swing: 10"
- Between centers: 22"
- Speed: variable
- Motor: 110V
Best mid-size benchtop upgrade for longer stock and more turning capacity while staying on 110V power.
Baileigh PL-1236E 12" × 36" Metal Lathe
- Swing: 12"
- Between centers: 36"
- Speed: standard or variable
- Motor: 110V
Best step-up lathe for shops that need more swing and longer between-centers capacity, with the option to add variable speed control.
Baileigh MLD-1022 10" × 22" Mill / Lathe / Drill Combo Machine
- Swing: 10"
- Between centers: 22"
- Speed: variable
- Motor: 110V
Best for space-limited shops that need turning, milling, and drilling capability in a single compact machine.
Baileigh Precision Geared Head Metal Lathes
These full-size Baileigh metal lathes are built for production turning, heavy stock, and shops that need consistent accuracy across longer runs.
Baileigh PL-1340 13" × 40" Precision Geared Head Lathe
- Swing: 13"
- Between centers: 40"
- Speed: geared head
- Drive: geared head
Best entry point into precision geared head turning for shops that need reliable accuracy on longer stock.
Baileigh PL-1640 16" × 40" Precision Geared Head Lathe
- Swing: 16"
- Between centers: 40"
- Speed: geared head
- Drive: geared head
Best mid-size geared head upgrade for wider swing and heavier turning work at the same between-centers length.
Baileigh PL-1860 18" × 60" Precision Geared Head Lathe
- Swing: 18"
- Between centers: 60"
- Speed: geared head
- Drive: geared head
Best for shops needing extended between-centers capacity alongside an 18" swing for larger, longer workpieces.
Baileigh PL-1860E 18" × 60" Geared Head Engine Lathe
- Swing: 18"
- Between centers: 60"
- Speed: geared head
- Drive: geared head engine
Best heavy-duty engine lathe at 18" × 60" for shops running demanding production work that needs a higher-grade drive system.
Baileigh Large-Capacity Metal Lathe
For shops that need maximum swing and extended between-centers capacity, the Baileigh PL-2080 is the largest metal lathe in the lineup.
Baileigh PL-2080 20" × 80" Precision Geared Head Lathe
- Swing: 20"
- Between centers: 80"
- Speed: geared head
- Drive: geared head
Best full-capacity Baileigh metal lathe for production shops turning large-diameter, long workpieces with maximum stability.
