Nova (Teknatool)
NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe
$599.99Cheaper
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NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe vs Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe is cheaper at $599.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Delta
Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe
$1199.99
Which is better: the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe or Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe?
The NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe is the cheaper at $599.99. The NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe both leads on specs and costs less — the straightforward pick.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe | Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $599.99 | $1199.99 |
| Brand | Nova (Teknatool) | Delta |
| Released | — | — |
| Swing over bed (in) | 12 | 12.5 |
| Distance between centers (in) | 16.5 | 16.5 |
| Motor power hp | 0.75 | 1 |
| Speed range (rpm) | 250-4000 | 250-700 / 600-1800 / 1350-4000 |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle thread | 1 x 8 TPI | 1 x 8 TPI RH |
| Bed material | Cast iron | Cast iron |
| Tailstock taper | MT2 | MT2 |
| Weight (lb) | 84 | 97 |
Sources — NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe: teknatool.com (verified 2026-08-01). Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe: web.archive.org (verified 2026-08-01).
What's the difference between the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe and Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 9). Matching specs are omitted.
- Swing over bed (in): NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe 12 vs Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe 12.5
- Motor power hp: NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe 0.75 vs Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe 1
- Speed range (rpm): NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe 250-4000 vs Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe 250-700 / 600-1800 / 1350-4000
- Spindle thread: NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe 1 x 8 TPI vs Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe 1 x 8 TPI RH
- Weight (lb): NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe 84 vs Delta 46-460 12-1/2 In. Variable-Speed Midi Lathe 97