Engine Lathes for Sale – New & Used Manual and CNC
At Sterling Machinery Exchange, we offer one of the largest selections of engine lathes in the U.S. — from compact toolroom lathes to heavy-duty industrial machines. Customers shop by swing (turning diameter), distance between centers (length of part), and spindle bore / through hole for bar work and larger shafts. Whether you need a precision manual lathe or a modern CNC engine lathe, we have the right machine for your job.
Choose the Right Lathe Size
Typical capacities: 10"–16" swing with 20"–40" centers for small shops, 18"–28" swing with 40"–80" centers for job shops, and 30"+ swing with 120"+ centers for large industrial turning. The spindle bore is key when turning pipe or long bar stock through the spindle.
Custom Options and Accessories
Every shop has different needs. We can supply lathes equipped with digital readouts (DRO), taper attachments, splash guards, 3-jaw and 4-jaw chucks, steady rests, follow rests, and more. Ask us about configuring a lathe that’s ready to run the way you work.
Trade-In or Sell Your Old Lathe
If you’re upgrading, Sterling Machinery can also buy or trade your used lathe. Since 1954, we’ve specialized in lathe sales, service, and repair — making sure you get maximum value on your older equipment while stepping into the right machine for today’s work.
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1/2 H.P Used Rockwell bench grinder "Great For Hobby Shops", Mdl. -, #A7856
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Stock No: #A7856 Capacity: 1/2 H.PCategory: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$85.00 - Used
14" x 40" Used Acra Precision Engine Lathe, Mdl. ATEL1440C, Full Lenght Splash Guard, 6" 3 Jaw Chuck, Coolant System, 4 Way Tool Holder, Halogen Light, 8" 4 Jaw Chuck, Steady & Follow Rest, Chuck Guard, #C5298
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Stock No: #C5298 Capacity: 14" x 40"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used
$11,500.00 - Used
14" x 40" USED STANDARD MODERN MILITARY ENGINE LATHE (LOTS OF TOOLING ), Mdl. 1440MILITARY, 3 Jaw Chuck, Face Plate, Steady Rest, 4 Jaw Chuck, MADE IN NORTH AMERICA, #A7725
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Stock No: #A7725 Capacity: 14" x 40"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used
$49,500.00 - Used
14" x 40" Used Sharp Gap Bed Engine Lathe (Like New), Mdl. 1440V, 3 Jaw Chuck, Steady Rest, Face Plate, Chuck & Splash Guards, Follow Rest, Foot Pedal Brake, Tail Stock, Dorian Quick Change Tool Post, Emergency Stop, Taper Attachment, Acu-Rite 2 Axis Digital Readout System, #A7846
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Stock No: #A7846 Capacity: 14" x 40"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used $19,500.00 - Used
15" x 54" Used Leblond Geared Head Lathe, Mdl. 15" REGAL, 3 Jaw Chuck, Taper Attachment, #A7249
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Stock No: #A7249 Capacity: 15" x 54"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used $8,750.00 - Used
16" x 30" Used Victor Gap Bed Engine Lathe, Mdl. 1630, 3-Jaw Chuck, Tailstock, KDK Tool Holder, 5C Lever Collet Closer, Assorted Tooling, Foot Brake, #A7708
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Stock No: #A7708 Capacity: 16" x 30"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used $8,500.00 - Used
16" x 40" Used Supertec Gap Bed Engine Lathe (Heavy Duty), Mdl. 1640V, Coolant, Rear Splash Guard, 6 Jaw Chuck, Foot Brake, DRO System: X-Axis Dro Only. Y-Scale not functional., #A6830
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Stock No: #A6830 Capacity: 16" x 40"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used $11,750.00 - Used
17" x 36" Used Mori Seiki Heavy Duty Gap Bed Engine Lathe, Mdl. MS-850G, 2 1/8” Thru Spindle Bore, Trav-A-Dial, Foot Brake, 10” 3-Jaw chuck, #A7476
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Stock No: #A7476 Capacity: 17" x 36"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$14,500.00 - Used
17" x 40" Used Mori Seiki Heavy Duty Engine Lathe, Great Popular Machine, Mdl. MS-850, Steady Rest, 10” 3-Jaw chuck, Tailstock, #PR1022
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Stock No: #PR1022 Capacity: 17" x 40"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$13,500.00 - Used
17" X 48" Used Mori Seiki Heavy Duty Engine Lathe, Great Popular Machine, Mdl. MS-850, Steady Rest, KDK Tool Post, Taper Live Center 2X, 11” 3-Jaw Chuck, 12" - 4 Jaw Chuck, 2" Hole thru Spindle, #PR1016
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Stock No: #PR1016 Capacity: 17" X 48"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$13,500.00 - Used
17" x 60" Used Webb Whacheon Gap Bed Engine Lathe (Great Condition), Mdl. WL-435, Collet Closer, Tailstock, Tool Post, 5C Collet Chuck, Newall DP7 Digital Readout-2 Axis, Foot Brake, 10” 3-Jaw chuck, Splash Guard, #A7694
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Stock No: #A7694 Capacity: 17" x 60"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$17,500.00 - Used
18" x 40" Used Ta Shing Crown 'Removable' Gap Bed Engine Lathe, Mdl. 2/1000, 3 Jaw Chuck, Collet Closer, 4 Way Tool Post, Taper Attachment, Trav-A-Dial, Foot Brake, #A3070
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Stock No: #A3070 Capacity: 18" x 40"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$9,500.00 - Used
19" x 40" Used Standard Modern Military Spec. Engine Lathe "HEAVY DUTY, North AMERICAN MADE", Mdl. 1940, Tool Post, Taper Attachment, Coolant Pump, #2 Radius Attachment With Work Head, Indexing Attachment & 5C Collet Attachment, No Steady Or Follow Rest, Splash Guard, NEW REPLACEMENT COST OVER $30,000.00!, #2 Radius Attachment With Work Head, Indexing Attachment & 5C Collet Attachment, #A5306
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Stock No: #A5306 Capacity: 19" x 40"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$11,500.00 - Used
19" x 72" Used LeBlond Regal Engine Lathe, Mdl. REGAL 19", #2 Radius Attachment With Work Head, Indexing Attachment & 5C Collet Attachment, Tailstock, 12" 4 Jaw Chuck, Chip Guard, Thread Dial, #A4428 *SPECIAL PRICE, machine sold "AS-IS"! ASK SALESPERSON ABOUT MACHINE AND WARRANTY*
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Stock No: #A4428 Capacity: 19" x 72"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$7,500.00 - Used
20" x 60" Used Whacheon Gap Bed Engine Lathe, Mdl. WL520X1500, 2 Steady Rest, Micro Bed Stop, 6 Jaw Chuck, Coolant System, Trav - A - Dial, Hole Size Thru Spindle 3-1/8", Foot Brake, #A6831
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Stock No: #A6831 Capacity: 20" x 60"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$17,500.00 - Used
20" x 72" Used LeBlond Regal Geared Head Lathe, Mdl. REGAL 20", Spindle Nose 2", 15" 4 Jaw Chuck, Coolant Pump, Steady Rest, Splash Guard, #2 Radius Attachment With Work Head, Indexing Attachment & 5C Collet Attachment, #A4427
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Stock No: #A4427 Capacity: 20" x 72"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$8,500.00 - Used
22" x 60" Used Supertec Gap Bed Engine Lathe (Heavy Duty), Mdl. 2260, 2 Axis Digital Readout System, 2 Speed Tailstock, #6 morse Taper, 6 Jaw Chuck, Coolant System, Foot Pedal Brake, Splash Guard, Year(2011) #A6832
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Stock No: #A6832 Capacity: 22" x 60"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used $17,500.00 - Used
22" x 60" Used Cadillac Gap Bed Heavy Duty Engine Lathe, Mdl. 2260, 16” 3-Jaw Chuck, 16" 4 Jaw Chuck, 22" Faceplate, Coolant System, Steady Rest, Foot Pedal Brake, #A7393
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Stock No: #A7393 Capacity: 22" x 60"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used $15,500.00 - Used
22" x 60" Used Mori Seiki Engine Lathe (Top Quality), Mdl. MH-1500, 3 Jaw Chuck, Tool Post, Foot Brake, No Metric only Inch, Steady Rest, #A7642
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Stock No: #A7642 Capacity: 22" x 60"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used $16,750.00 - Used
24" x 64" Used Clausing Metosa Engine Lathe (Great For Pipe Threading) (Great Condition), Mdl. C2464SS, 20" 3-Jaw Chuck, Tool Post & Holders, Drill Chuck, Inch/Metric Dual Dials, Chuck Guard, NOTE: This machine feed is not working. It is sold AS-IS at a Special Price. The missing gear controls the carriage, cross slide feed system. Threading is working. The Head is running well. See Video., #A6761 *SPECIAL PRICE, machine sold "AS-IS"! ASK SALESPERSON ABOUT MACHINE AND WARRANTY*
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Stock No: #A6761 Capacity: 24" x 64"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$14,500.00 - Used
25" x 118" Used Whacheon Engine Lathe, Mdl. HL-630, 6- Jaw Chuck (Heavy Duty), Tool Post, Steady Rest, Mico Bed Stop, Trav - A Dial On Carriage, Chip Tray, #A6828
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Stock No: #A6828 Capacity: 25" x 118"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$23,500.00 - Used
26" x 120" birmingham DL-26120, Used Needs work #A5896
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Stock No: #A5896 Capacity: 26" x 120"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$9,000.00 - Used
42" x 172" Used Poreba Heavy Duty Gap Bed Engine Lathe, Mdl. TR100-B1, Tool Post, Steady Rest, Taper Attachment, Rapid Traverse On , Carraige, Cross Slide, Top Slide, Live Center, New Paint, #A4749
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Stock No: #A4749 Capacity: 42" x 172"Category: Lathes, EngineCondition: Used$54,500.00
Few tools are as essential to metalworking as the engine lathe. Whether you’re upgrading from a manual lathe or replacing an old favorite, our machinery specialists will help you find the perfect match for your needs. With over 70 years of experience and a carefully curated selection in our showroom, we're your trusted source for these powerful metalworking machines.
What Sets Our Engine Lathes Apart
Our engine lathes perform everything from turning and boring to drilling, threading, and facing workpieces of all shapes and sizes. We offer trusted brands like Mori Seiki, Acra, GMC, and Leblond, and every engine lathe for sale is thoroughly tested in our showroom. Whether you need new or used equipment, our rigorous vetting process ensures you get a reliable machine that won't slow down your operations.
Engine Lathes: FAQs
What is an engine lathe?
An engine lathe is a versatile tool designed to perform turns, boring, drilling, threading, and facing operations. By using specialized attachments like a cross slide, swing over bed, and quick change tools, you can adjust the spindle speeds and perform taper turning, knurling, grooving, and parting off.
What are engine lathes used for?
You can use an engine lathe to modify workpiece size, cut, or finish. These machines excel at threading and repairing damaged threads on shafts, screws, and other components. We often recommend engine lathes for repair and maintenance operations where you need to restore worn parts.
What industries use engine lathes?
The automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors rely heavily on engine lathes. These machines are particularly valuable when you need to create one-off parts or make unique cuts specific to your project.
Engine lathe vs. regular lathe vs. turret lathe
An engine lathe gets its name from early toolmaking, where powered machines were called "engines." Today's engine lathes use motors for power, unlike regular manual lathes, and excel at creating unique or one-off parts. Turret lathes feature an additional rotating turret that holds multiple tools, making them ideal for repeated production of identical parts.
The Best New and Used Engine Lathes for Sale
As industry experts with decades of experience, we offer both new and used engine lathes from leading brands. Visit our showroom to see these machines in action and speak with our specialists. We'll not only help you find the perfect lathe but can also appraise, auction, or purchase your used equipment. Whether you're buying, selling, or trading, we're here to support you before, during, and after your purchase.
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