HMT MACHINE TOOLS L60/2000 MANUAL LATHE

Technical Description

The HMT Machine Tools L60/2000 is a heavy-duty manual lathe engineered for precision machining in industrial production environments. With a swing over bed of 45.28 inches and a center distance of 78.74 inches, this machine accommodates substantial workpieces for turning, facing, and threading operations. The spindle bore of 4.33 inches allows for bar stock passage up to 110mm, supporting efficient production runs with minimal material waste. Rated at 24.81 HP (approximately 18.5 kW standard output), the lathe delivers robust cutting power across its 450 RPM maximum speed range, which spans 21 forward speeds from 4.5 to 450 rpm and 6 reverse speeds. The swing over cross slide of 34.25 inches provides ample clearance for complex workpiece geometries and tool positioning. This machine features comprehensive threading capabilities, offering 51 metric thread pitches (1-112mm) and 56 inch thread pitches (¼-28 tpi), along with a 6mm lead screw pitch for versatile fastener production. The tailstock sleeve stroke of 325mm enables extended tool engagement, while the machine can support workpiece weights up to 3.5 tonnes without steady rests and 5.5 tonnes with two steadies installed. Engineered for economy, precision, and speed, the L60/2000 combines traditional manual operation with rigid construction, making it suitable for job shops, tool rooms, and manufacturing facilities requiring flexible, accurate heavy-duty lathe capabilities.