what is the distance between centres please?

300mm if using a dead centre. If you want a live centre in the tailstock, you'll likely only get up to 200mm.

What is the swing over the bed and canyou fit a 4 jaw chuck?

The maximum you can turn is 150mm as there is 75mm from the centre to the lathe bed. I am not sure if a four jaw chuck is available you will have to ask Draper

How powerful is the motor

250Watt Powerful enough for general use. I have not stretched it to it's limits. This lathe is accurate and well built, ideal for my use which is model engineering.

does this lathe have automatic feed setting?

yes but only on the along the lathe bed but not on the crossfeed

Draper 33893 250w Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe Blue

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Description

⚙️ Master metalwork with precision and power — don’t get left behind!

READY TO WORK - Includes a self-centring three-jaw chuck for quick, secure material holding.
POWER MEETS CONTROL - 250W variable speed motor adapts seamlessly to your project’s demands.
VERSATILE THREADING - Powered cutting facility supports both right and left hand threads for diverse applications.
SAFETY FIRST ALWAYS - Equipped with a mounted NVR switch and cutting guards for worry-free operation.
PRECISION AT YOUR FINGERTIPS - Metric graduated scales ensure exact measurements for flawless metalwork.

The Draper 33893 is a robust 250W variable speed metal lathe designed for small industrial units and serious hobbyists. Featuring metric graduated scales, a mounted NVR safety switch, cutting guards, and a self-centring three-jaw chuck, it delivers precise, safe, and versatile metalworking capabilities including powered right and left hand threading. Built to high-quality standards and backed by Draper’s guarantee, this lathe is a reliable cornerstone for your workshop.

Specifications

ASIN	B005OJ9HSS
Batteries Required?	No
Batteries included?	No
Best Sellers Rank	71,394 in Business, Industry & Science ( See Top 100 in Business, Industry & Science ) 20 in Benchtop Lathes
Colour	Blue
Customer Reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (13)
Date First Available	20 Sept. 2011
Guaranteed software updates until	unknown
Included Components	250W Variable Speed Metal Work Lathe
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Weight	42 kg
Item model number	33893
Manufacturer	Draper
Material	Metal
Measurement System	Metric
Number of Pieces	1
Part Number	33893
Plug format	G – 3 pin British
Power Source	Hand Powered
Product Dimensions	1 x 1 x 1 cm; 42 kg
Voltage	230 Volts
Wattage	250 watts

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