P. Flesch LZ 160 Lead and Pull Spindle Lathe

The machine pictured is a lathe P. Flesch LZ 160, manufactured by P. Flesch Werkzeugmaschinen, Lüdenscheid (Westphalia). It is a classic conventional lead and pull spindle lathe for general metalworking. Technical specifications (visible and typical of the model) • Manufacturer: P. Flesch Werkzeugmaschinen, Lüdenscheid • Model: LZ 160 • Machine type: lead and pull spindle lathe • Drive type: Electric motor (400 V, three-phase current) • Tip height: approx. 160 mm • Center width: approx. 800–1000 mm (estimated) • Revolutions: variably adjustable via manual transmission • Feeds: longitudinal and transverse, via guide and pull spindle • Threading: metric and imperial via interchangeable gears or transmission settings • Face plate / three-jaw chuck: mounted • Support: Cross slide with handwheel and fine feed • Tailstock: with quill and hand crank • Lubrication: centrally via oil reservoir and lubrication points • Year of manufacture: probably 1960s to 1970s Condition The machine is in used, unrestored condition: • Paint badly worn, age-related traces of rust and oil present • All main assemblies (bed, tailstock, support, headstock) complete • Control levers and switch knobs run smoothly, but dirty • Electrics and engine not checked • No visible transport damage, but longer service life