The MSRP for this lathe is $2999.00 The bed extension kit which includes bed extension, tool rest height adapter, and offset knuckle sells for MSRP $299.00
Thanks for the review. The only one on this model I've been able to find. I recently upgraded my 14x20 Rikon and have this 1824 on order. Waiting for it to deliver. Got the 220v version. Looking forward to getting it in and set up!
Looks great! Don't like a spindle lock that you have to hold in, but everything else looks very well thought out. Hope they will be able to actually get these (and the 1420) out to the market!
Yeah they needed to add a lathe like this to fill the gap in there offerings. Hope this one is not like their 70-1420vsr when it supposedly came out but in very limited supply and then on backorder for over a year now.
@cscottbeach yeah it looks like a nice lathe. How did you get you get ahold of one? You say its dual voltage? I'm guessing it's 2 hp output on 230 volt supply and 1 3/4 hp output on 115 volt supply. I like outboard turning capability too bad they didn't make the extension bed a little longer, and make some sort of riser for the tail stock so it could be used on the outboard side for additional support.
@@johnnorris1227 Last I knew they would be shipping in December. Correct on HP. There is a riser for the banjo/tool rest. It covers quite a variety of abilities but new ideas are always acknowledged. A phone call to Rikon would be your most accurate answer on availability. Thanks for watching. ; )
@@normhoffman8545 Acme Tools website lists the 70-1824VSR 115 volt version as in stock and ships in 3-5 days. Their site lists the 230V with an estimated ship date of March 1st.
This lathe has every feature that I was looking for. What HP rating is on the one you have? Is it the 1 3/4 hp 115v, or the 230v 2 1/2 HP model? (The VSR2 model has 2 1/2 HP.) I intend to be doing a lot of turning with blanks from 24 inches. (It says you can turn up to 44 inches outboard with a separate tool rest.) It has four bearings in the headstock similar to the 70-3040, so it seems to be built to take the load. Will this be able to handle up to 30 inch blanks on a fairly regular basis? The 70-3040 might give my back problems if I'm constantly leaning into it, so I'm probably going to pass on that beast. If you have a better lathe in mind, I'd be grateful for your input. I really like this model, and 2 1/2 HP seems like plenty to me, not to mention the price is fantastic for all that you get, but I will pay more to be happy if need be. Thanks for the review, and hopefully a response.
Honestly, owning both. If I'm turning 24 inches or better, I'm using the 70-3040 every time. While the 70-1824 is a good sturdy lathe, the 70-3040 is just that much more stable on large pieces. While I think the 70-1824 is an extreme value for the money if I had the money I'm buying the 70-3040. As far as comparable lathes I don't think the 70-3040 has a competitor for its price tag. And the 70-1824 is by far the leader in its class. Did I answer your question?
@@cscottbeach , Thank you for a very quick response. One thing seems certain: I'm getting a Rikon lathe! As far as which one, I'll probably change my mind multiple times, until I plunk down the money, right after the new year. Thanks again.
Given the choice, I would always choose the bigger lathe. If I didn't have a choice, I would be very happy with either. The 70-3040 is sturdier with a very large blank for sure. The size class is different, but both are quality machines.
Great demo. I am very interested in this lathe size. Are there any assembly RU-vid shows? I need to put the lathe in my basement and it looks heavy. Hopefully it will disassemble.
It does come in a crate without the legs attached. It's not light. Well over 500 pounds. Give Rikon a call and I know they will have a better answer for you. Mine did come assembled.
My go-to is still going to be the 70-3040 because of the size and power, But there was a time where affordability was more important. These days ever dollar counts.
Question? I have a Laguna 1216 that is having forward reverse switch problems (it’s locked in forward now) and looking to upgrade hp and capacity. This looks viable but I have to know does it switch from forward to reverse quickly or is it slow to switch. I ask because my son has a record power midi that literally takes 5 seconds to switch from forward to reverse and back again, and it seems to take an eternity. I like to hollow in reverse and sand 50/50 in forward and reverse but would hate having to wait any length of time for it. Any feedback you can give me would be appreciated! Great video btw. Well done
The switch is instant but when the motor is stopped of course. I'm so used to that on both my lathes I cant imagine anything different. So its instant but you do have to stop and start. Thanks and glad you enjoy video.
