Alpha XS
Alpha XS models, with the latest Fanuc Manual Guide i CNC control system, are designed for fast, high-quality repeatability, plus excellent accuracy and surface finish.
Significantly enhanced technical features – with up to 85 improvements across the range from previous models – the advanced Colchester-Harrison Alpha XS Series is designed, engineered and manufactured to exacting toolroom accuracy standards (DIN 8605).
The Alpha XS Manual/CNC range is available in five versions with a choice of different ‘swing over bed’ and ‘distance between centres’ dimensions for maximum versatility in a vast variety of turning applications.
Forming the Alpha XS Series are the Alpha 1350XS, Alpha 1400XS, Alpha 1460XS, Alpha 1550XS and Alpha 1800XS.
Fast, easy set-up times and simple operation in all modes are the keys to the Alpha XS Series’ ongoing success. The Alpha XS Series benefits from the ultra-high speed OiTD CNC control.
These virtues are added to high-quality repeatability and accuracy for turning small-to-medium sized batches, fabulous surface finish and, most importantly of all, significantly lower component production costs.
For new and experienced operators alike, the excellent Alpha XS has become the industry benchmark for lathes in its class.
Product List
Alpha 1350XS
The Alpha 1350XS introduces the highly capable XS lathes range – all equipped with the ult more
Alpha 1400XS
The most popular model in the Alpha lathe ranges, the Alpha 1400XS has a 400mm swing over more
Alpha 1460XS
With its larger swing (460mm), more powerful 11kW (15hp) main spindle motor, distance betw more
Alpha 1550XS
With up to 3m between centres, this is a big lathe, but despite its generous machining cap more
Alpha 2800XS
The 26kW (35hp) main spindle motor power of the massive Alpha 2800XS, combined with a capa more











