What is a Turret Lathe & How It Works – Turret Lathe vs Engine Lathe …
7. Heavy cuts on the stock can be performed on turret lathes, and that can't be given on the capstan lathe. 8. In turret lathe, a power jaw chuck is used to grip the piece and in capstan lathe, the collet plays the same sole. 9. Turret lathes are available in horizontal and vertical types, capstan lathes are usually horizontal lathes. 10.