Summit® 14” x 40” Precision Metal Lathes are a great investment and turn rings around other lathes in this class. They are affordable, rugged, reliable and easy to operate. They are ISO compliant; include a vast array of features and accessories as “standard”; and they offer a variety of built-in safety features. Constructed from 100% cast iron, Summit 14” x 40” Precision Lathe Metal is built to last and are known for consistent performance and durability even under the most demanding work conditions. Standard on every machine is a quick-change gearbox for cutting metric, as well as standard American threads – ensuring pinpoint accuracy on every job.