Springfield Machine Tool Company Lathe find

[Gaffer]

I wish I had the room for this, though I don't know anything bout the maker. It seems to be an incredible bargain and it certainly looks solid! Maybe one of you are interested.

Machine Lathe - tools - by owner - sale

Machine Lathe, Springfield Machine Tool Co., Model 280, 440V 3 Phase. Includes all tools and...

inlandempire.craigslist.org

 

[benmychree]

Looks like a modern well put together machine, and a good deal at that.

 

[C-Bag]

Wow, what a beast! Almost 7,000lbs! sounds like a killer deal too. Makes you wonder.....here’s some info:

Springfield Model 280 Lathe

 

[Gaffer]

I finally researched it this morning. It is a beast!

 

[C-Bag]

And a professional grade one at that. That kinda sounds like their flagship model. Everything seems to be pressure fed oiling. Is that common on the bigger lathes?