{"product_id":"leblond-rkl2100g-series-geared-head-high-speed-heavy-duty-lathe","title":"LeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe","description":"\u003c!-- CY\/3.C | CLEAN + READABLE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    .iron-theme{\n      --black:#0b0b0b; --gray:#6b7280;\n      --red:#c1121f; --red2:#e11d2e;\n      --border:#e5e7eb; --soft:#f8fafc;\n      font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\n      color: var(--black);\n      max-width: 1100px;\n      margin: 0 auto;\n      line-height: 1.7;\n    }\n    .shell{border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:16px;overflow:hidden;background:#fff;box-shadow:0 10px 28px rgba(0,0,0,.08);}\n    .top{padding:24px;}\n    .kicker{font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--gray);margin:0 0 8px;}\n    h1{margin:0;font-size:30px;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;}\n    .sub{margin:12px 0 0;font-size:15px;max-width:100ch;}\n    .stripe{height:8px;background:linear-gradient(90deg,var(--red) 0%,var(--red) 70%,var(--red2) 100%);}\n    .content{padding:24px;background:var(--soft);}\n    .card{border:1px solid var(--border);border-radius:16px;background:#fff;padding:20px;margin:18px 0;box-shadow:0 8px 22px rgba(0,0,0,.06);}\n    h2{margin:0 0 12px;font-size:19px;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase;display:flex;align-items:center;gap:10px;}\n    h2:before{content:\"\";width:10px;height:10px;background:var(--red);border-radius:2px;}\n    ul{margin:0;padding-left:20px;}\n    ul li{margin:8px 0;}\n    table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;}\n    th, td{border:1px solid var(--border);padding:10px;text-align:left;}\n    th{background:#f3f4f6;font-size:12px;text-transform:uppercase;font-weight:900;}\n    .callout{border:1px dashed rgba(193,18,31,.5);background:rgba(193,18,31,.06);border-radius:12px;padding:14px;font-size:14px;margin-top:12px;}\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection aria-label=\"LeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe Product Description\" class=\"cy3c-wrap iron-theme\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shell\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kicker\"\u003eHeavy Duty Turning • Precision Machining • Industrial Metalworking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sub\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers unmatched reliability, precision, and performance for demanding industrial machining environments. Built with a robust Meehanite cast iron structure, a powerful 15 HP motor, and a precision-engineered geared headstock, this lathe is designed for high-torque cutting, consistent accuracy, and long service life. With a 22″ swing and up to 157″ between centers, it is ideal for machining large, heavy workpieces across a wide range of applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stripe\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral purpose metalworking and precision turning operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil \u0026amp; gas, aerospace, and heavy equipment manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShafts, bushings, and large cylindrical component machining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance shops, tool rooms, and production facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom fabrication and repair operations requiring high torque and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003eEngineered for shops that require heavy-duty cutting power, precision threading, and long-term durability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRKL-2100G\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwing Over Bed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistance Between Centers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57\" – 157\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwing Over Cross Slide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwing in Gap\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31.4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindle Bore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.09\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindle Nose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD1-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindle Taper\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMT 7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpindle Speeds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Speeds (13 – 1200 RPM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMain Motor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e480V \/ 3PH \/ 60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInch Threads\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 – 72 TPI (45 selections)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMetric Threads\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 – 14 mm (39 selections)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeed Range (Longitudinal)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.0012 – 0.039 IPR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeed Range (Cross)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.0004 – 0.0117 IPR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTailstock Quill Travel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBed Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe Performance \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty forged alloy steel spindle\u003c\/strong\u003e that is hardened, ground, and dynamically balanced for superior accuracy and longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision tapered roller bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e with continuous oil bath lubrication for reduced wear and extended service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12-speed geared headstock\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers high torque across a wide RPM range up to 1200 RPM for versatile machining capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeehanite cast iron bed\u003c\/strong\u003e with induction hardened ways (HRC 50) ensures maximum rigidity, vibration resistance, and machining accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide bed and one-piece base\u003c\/strong\u003e design enhances structural stability during heavy cuts and large workpiece operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable gap bed\u003c\/strong\u003e expands swing capacity to 31.4″ for larger diameter parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced lubrication system\u003c\/strong\u003e provides consistent oil flow to gears and bearings for smooth operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated control panel\u003c\/strong\u003e with emergency stop, spindle jog, coolant control, and power indicator for operator convenience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThreading versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e supports inch, metric, modular, and diametral threading operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURES LIST --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe Standard Equipment \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoolant system with pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChuck guard with safety interlock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable chip pan and full-length splash guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLockable electrical cabinet and main disconnect switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable apron overload safety clutch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED work light for improved visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeveling pads for stable installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToolbox with tools and touch-up paint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteady rest (1.6″ – 10.0″ capacity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow rest (1.2″ – 6.3″ capacity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-way quick turn tool post\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread indicator and telescopic taper attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpindle back plate and center sleeves (MT7 × MT5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety red spindle brake pedal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SUMMARY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the LeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful 15 HP motor for heavy-duty cutting and consistent performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide 22″ swing and extended between centers capacity for large workpieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-precision construction with hardened and ground components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile threading and feed capabilities for diverse machining tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt with industry-proven LeBlond engineering for long-term reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003eThe LeBlond RKL2100G Series Geared Head High Speed Heavy Duty Lathe is a premium industrial solution designed for machinists who demand power, precision, and durability in every operation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"LeBlond","offers":[{"title":"57\"","offer_id":53275974959469,"sku":"Lathe RKL2100G-57","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"87\"","offer_id":53275974992237,"sku":"Lathe RKL2100G-87","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"117\"","offer_id":53275975025005,"sku":"Lathe RKL2100G-117","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"157\"","offer_id":53275975057773,"sku":"Lathe RKL2100G-157","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/6996\/6445\/files\/LeBlond_RKL2100G_Series_Geared_Head_High_Speed_Heavy_Duty_Lathe_with_full-length_precision_bed_and_integrated_control_panel.png?v=1777649415","url":"https:\/\/ironlinetools.com\/products\/leblond-rkl2100g-series-geared-head-high-speed-heavy-duty-lathe","provider":"Iron Line Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}