Bandit 2x72 Tilting Belt Grinder Complete DIY Kit
Steel tilting chassis for building custom 2x72 belt grinders.
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View quick assembly grindersThe Bandit DiY Generation 6 is a professional-grade 2x72 belt grinder chassis kit precision-engineered for fabricators and knife makers. Manufactured in the USA using CNC technology, this steel tilting frame provides a rigid, repeatable foundation for high-performance grinding and tool making.
- CNC-machined components ensure maximum precision and structural alignment
- Integrated 90-degree tilting mechanism for versatile vertical and horizontal operation
- Industrial gas strut tensioning system provides consistent belt pressure and tracking
- Pre-drilled tubes and tapped tension arms significantly reduce assembly and setup time
- Industry-leading dual-bolt tracking mechanism for superior belt control
Engineered for those with welding skills, this complete DIY kit eliminates the guesswork of scratch-built frames while maintaining professional durability. The heavy-duty steel construction and modular design make the Bandit 2x72 grinder frame the ultimate choice for custom shop builds requiring American-made quality and reliability.
- 3/8 in. Steel Side Plates – Pre-drilled with hex cutouts for flange nuts and clamping handles
- Hinges – (2) slotted and (2) solid, all 3/8 in. thick CNC-cut
- Legendary Dual-Bolt Tracking Mechanism – Fully adjustable, laser-cut precision
- Pre-drilled & Tapped Tension Arm – Ready for gas strut installation
- Formed Tension Arm Upright – No moisture traps, no rust risk
- Radiused Uprights – Pre-drilled and tapped for clamping knobs
- Tooling Arm Receptacles – Cleared for captured flange nuts
- Full Fastener Pack – Includes U.S.-made gas strut and spring-loaded clamping levers
- Base Plate – Standard or square for longer motors
- Tracking Wheel – 3 in. diameter, two-bearing with spacer
- Idler Wheels – (2) 2" diameter, two-bearing with spacers
- Idler Axle Bolts
- Steel Platen – 2 x 8 in. hot-rolled, 9 in. optional upgrade
- Drive Wheel – 4 in. diameter, 5/8 in. bore standard (others available)
- D-Backing Plate – 3/8 in. steel with slack belt clearance
- Platen Bracket – Formed and ready for install
- Tooling Arm – Pre-drilled to mount D-plate and accessories
🛠️ Assembly Required: This is a weld-it-yourself kit. All parts are CNC-cut and ready to go, just add your welder, paint, and a motor/VFD of your choice.
Returns: 30 days money back, buyer pays return shipping.
Shipping: Fast delivery time: 1-3 Business Days. All orders over $300 require signature for delivery.
Warehouse location: Beaverton, Oregon
Ships to: All US States
I like the fact that you can get an excellent 2x72 belt grinder, and not take out a second mortgage on my home, granted you have to do a little welding, but you get the satisfaction of building it yourself. Thanks Diktator Grinders, for an amazing 2x72 fof an affordable price.
Have not put it together hopefully soon like it small and powerful!
I thought id share some photos of my Bandit I built last year.
Wonder photos and paint work Carlo!
Absolutely love it best investment ever!!
Thanks so much for your feedback! We're looking forward to the great work you'll be doing.
Shipped fast and well packed. Very pleased but I must have read wrong. I thought it came with a drive wheel.
