The lathe is constructed from cast iron and includes a powerful 1/2HP universal motor with electronic speed control that provides full torque at all speeds. The variable speed feature provides you infinite and instantaneous speed control as you turn. Dial a slow speed for larger pieces and faster speeds for spindles and fine finishing. The 3-belt positions adjust from 650RPM to 3800RPM. The control box with a cable lets you mount the box on the lathe or on your bench up to 3 feet from the lathe. Fitted with a digital screen to show the spindle speed. 01) Motor: 370W 02) Four levels of speed 03) Spindle speed: 650 to 3, 800rpm 04) Swing over bed: 254 05) Distance between centers: 17 inches 06) Drive spindle: 1/8-inch RH thread or other 07) Head and tailstock taper: #2 morse or other 08) Face plate: 3 inches 09) Tool rest: 6 inches 10) Net weight: 38kgGross weight: 41kg 11) Packing size: 820 x 300 x 430mm 12) Units per 20-foot container: 245 The model number for MC1018VD with extension bed is MC1039VD
