Description

Product Overview

The ACRA 26120ACH is a precision gap bed engine lathe designed for machining long and oversized workpieces. With a 26″ swing and 120″ between centers, it provides the capacity needed for extended parts while maintaining high accuracy.

The removable gap bed allows for increased swing over the gap, making it possible to machine larger diameter components without requiring a larger machine footprint.

Applications

• Machine shops and fabrication
• Long shaft and component turning
• Repair and maintenance work
• Custom and large-part machining

👉 Gap bed lathes are ideal when both long parts and occasional large diameters need to be handled on one machine

Key Features

• 26″ swing over bed for large workpieces
• ~120″ between centers for long parts
• Gap bed design with ~35″ swing in gap
• 4″ class spindle bore for larger stock
• 15 HP motor for strong cutting performance
• 12 spindle speeds (13–1200 RPM)
• Meehanite cast iron bed for vibration control
• Hardened and precision-ground bedways for accuracy
• Removable gap section for flexibility
• Full coolant system and standard tooling included

Why This Machine Matters

Standard lathes:

• Can’t handle long shafts
• Limit maximum diameter
• Require multiple setups

The 26120ACH solves this by:

• Handling long parts (10 ft capacity)
• Allowing larger diameters with the gap bed
• Maintaining precision across both

👉 This reduces setup time and increases shop capability.

When to Use This Lathe

• When machining long shafts or components
• When occasionally working with large diameters
• When you need both precision and capacity
• When upgrading from a shorter bed lathe

What is a Gap Bed? (IMPORTANT)

A gap bed lathe includes a removable section near the headstock:

• Gap installed → standard turning
• Gap removed → larger diameter capacity

👉 This is the main advantage of this machine

Specifications

• Swing Over Bed: 26″
• Swing In Gap: ~35″
• Distance Between Centers: 120″
• Spindle Bore: ~4.06″
• Spindle Speeds: 13–1200 RPM (12 speeds)
• Motor: 15 HP
• Spindle Nose: D1-11

📞 Need Help Choosing the Right Lathe?

Not sure if you need a longer bed lathe or a larger swing machine?

👉 Call us or request a quote—we’ll help you choose the right lathe based on your part length, diameter, and workload.