KINGSTON HD-26160 MANUAL LATHE

The Kingston HD-26160 is a precision gap bed engine lathe designed for versatile heavy-duty machining applications. This 26-inch swing model features a 160-inch distance between centers, accommodating workpieces up to 26 inches in diameter over the bed and 17.5 inches over the cross slide. The machine is powered by a robust 15 horsepower motor operating at 230/460V three-phase, 60-cycle configuration. The spindle incorporates a hardened and ground main shaft with three-point bearing support using taper roller bearings for enhanced precision and durability. With a 4.09-inch spindle bore and D1-11 Camlock spindle nose, the lathe accommodates various tooling configurations and accessories. The transmission system delivers 12 spindle speeds ranging from 13 to 1,200 RPM through a timing-belt-driven power train, complete with foot brake control. The lathe features a 2 TPI lead screw and 5 TPI cross slide screw for precise thread chasing and turning operations. Standard equipment includes a 10-inch steady rest with roller jaws, 4-way tool post, full-length splash guard, chuck guard, coolant system with pump and piping, LED worklight, and emergency stop button. The tailstock quill is heat-treated and precisely ground with 9.8-inch travel and selectable 1:1 and 1:4 feed ratios. Z-axis rapid traverse is standard on this model. Weighing 8,000 pounds, the machine provides rigid construction suitable for production and job shop environments.