The Birmingham YCL-1340GH is a precision geared head gap bed engine lathe designed for general machining and tool room applications. This compact bench lathe features a 13-inch swing over bed with an 18-3/4-inch swing over gap, accommodating workpieces up to 40 inches between centers. The machine is equipped with a D1-4 spindle nose and a 1-3/8-inch hole through the spindle, enabling versatile chuck and tooling configurations. The precision main spindle operates on high-quality bearing sets with eight speed ranges from 70 to 2,000 RPM, driven by a 2 HP single-phase motor at 220V. The lathe bed is constructed of high tensile strength cast iron with hardened and ground ways, providing rigidity and precision for accurate turning operations. Standard equipment includes both 3-jaw and 4-jaw chucks, a 4-way tool post, steady rest, follow rest, face plate, and full-length splash guard. The removable gap block allows for turning of larger diameter workpieces when needed. The machine measures approximately 86 inches long, 41 inches wide, and 53 inches high, with a shipping weight of 4,100 pounds. Threading capabilities include metric threads from 0.25 to 11mm and inch threads from 4 to 112 TPI. This precision tool room lathe is ideal for small to medium production runs and general machining operations requiring versatility and accuracy.