"Kelly Jones" wrote in message
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What's the difference between an engine lathe and a bench lathe?

A "bench lathe" is typically a smaller lathe that can be set up on top of a
workbench .. typically 12" swing and smaller.

An "engine lathe" is an essentially obsolete term that refers to a lathe
that has a gearing system for the spindle . Typically, a backgear and
countershaft arrangement. Conversely, a non-engine lathe you could
typically adjust the spindle speed only by shifting belts. Today, except
for small hobbyist lathes, most lathes would qualify as "engine lathes."

Boris

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