Trak TRL 1745P CNC Lathe

Trak TRL 1745P CNC Lathe

Condition: Used – Good to Very Good (please confirm hours, service history, and condition of wear)
Model: TRL 1745P
Manufacturer: Southwestern Industries – TRAK brand
Control System: ProtoTRAK (LX2 or equivalent) – manual-plus-CNC capable

Key Specifications

• Swing over bed ways: approximately 17.0″ (17–11/16″) (Revelation Machinery)

• Swing over cross slide: approx 10.0″ (10–15/32″) (Revelation Machinery)

• Distance between centers: approx 45.0″ (machinestation.us)

• Spindle bore: ~2.0″ (machinestation.us)

• Spindle nose: D1-6 camlock (Revelation Machinery)

• Spindle speeds: ~40 – 2,200 RPM (12 step) (Alternative Machine Tool)

• Spindle motor: ~7.5 HP (Alternative Machine Tool)

• Bed type: gap-bed version (allows longer parts) (machinestation.us)

• Control: ProtoTRAK LX2 (or similar)—user-friendly CNC interface combining manual mode and contouring CNC mode. (southwesternindustries.com)

Description

This TRL 1745P is a versatile tool room / production CNC lathe, combining manual lathe flexibility with CNC contouring capabilities. The gap-bed design allows for longer workpieces while maintaining robust turning capacity. With the ProtoTRAK control system, this machine appeals to both manual machinists who want CNC assistance and production shops seeking medium-capacity CNC turning.

Ideal for tool & die shops, prototyping, small-batch production, mixed manual/CNC parts runs, or retrofitting into an existing turning centre lineup.

Highlights & Benefits

• Strong swing and center-distance: ~17″ swing and ~45″ between centers gives good versatility for bar, chuck, and long-turning applications.

• Gap-bed allows turning of longer shafts or parts over the bed.

• Easy‐to‐use CNC interface (ProtoTRAK LX2) lowers the learning curve for operators transitioning to CNC.

• Proven build quality from Southwestern Industries (TRAK brand) with service documentation and parts support.

• Good used market for this model — desirable for value-conscious shops looking for a capable lathe at used pricing.

Ideal For

• Shops needing turning capabilities for parts up to ~45″ in length.

• Production / small batch work where manual and CNC both have value.

• Tooling / prototyping departments upgrading from purely manual lathes.

• Educators/training labs (especially if user-friendly CNC is a priority).

Sale Listing Suggestion

For Sale: TRAK TRL 1745P CNC Lathe – Excellent Opportunity
• Model: TRL 1745P (gap bed)
• Swing ~17″, Centers ~45″, Spindle 40-2200 rpm, 7.5 HP, Spindle nose D1-6
• ProtoTRAK LX2 CNC control – combines manual mode + full CNC contouring
• Used in good condition – all axes, servos, spindle verified (please confirm hours)
• Ideal for shops, training labs, or production areas upgrading to CNC
• Location: Danielson Connecticut 06239