Mini Diktator 2x72 Belt Grinder 1.5 HP Kit+
Complete kit with 1.5 HP motor, safety switch and tool rest.
The Mini Diktator is a compact yet powerful 2x72 belt grinder, making it a top choice for entry-level fabricators, serious hobbyists, and professionals looking for a reliable backup grinder. Designed with the same precision engineering and rock-solid durability as its bigger brothers, the Mini Diktator is built to handle heavy use while keeping your workflow smooth and efficient. Plus, with a wide range of compatible accessories, this grinder is as versatile as it is tough.
✔ Heavy-Duty Powder-Coated Steel Construction – Built to last with a durable finish that won’t chip or rust.
✔ Pass-Through Tooling Arm Slot – Allows better compatibility with attachments like small wheel holders.
✔ Precision Gas Strut Tensioning System – No more bouncy, outdated springs affecting belt tension.
✔ 4" Aluminum Drive Wheel & Tracking Wheel – Smooth tracking and long-lasting performance.
✔ Steel Base Plate Included – Provides added stability for a rock-solid grinding experience.
What’s Included:
- Mini Diktator Chassis with industrial-grade powder coating
- 1.5 HP Electric Motor (Pre-wired, Single Speed, 110V, 3450 RPM)
- Tooling Arm (1.5" x 1.5" Aluminum)
- D-Plate (Steel) & Platen
- Aluminum Drive Wheel (4")
- Aluminum Tracking & Idler Wheels (2" Diameter)
- Medium Steel Tool Rest (3" x 7")
- Safety Paddle Switch for quick and easy shutoff
Why Choose the Mini Diktator?
This grinder is the perfect entry-level or backup machine that doesn’t cut corners. It’s built to outlast and outperform the cheap, flimsy alternatives on the market. Whether you're shaping metal, refining bevels, or working on intricate grinding projects, the Mini Diktator is up to the task.
🚀 Engineer’s Notes – Where Competitors Get It Wrong 🚀
The Mini Diktator is built with actual engineering in mind, not just slapped together like some of the wannabe grinders out there. Let’s break it down:
🔥 Steel Powder-Coated Clamping & Tracking Knobs – Because plastic push-on caps belong on kids’ toys, not belt grinders.
🔥 Pass-Through Tooling Arm Feature – Unlike those other grinders where you’re forced to buy a longer arm, we design ours for maximum compatibility.
🔥 Industrial-Grade Powder Coating – You know what happens when you don’t sandblast laser-cut steel? Paint peels, rust creeps in, and you end up with a junkyard ornament instead of a grinder.
🔥 Gas Strut Tensioning Arm – We’ve moved past the Great Depression, so why are some manufacturers still using bouncy springs that belong in a mattress?
🔥 Extra Foot Piece for Rigidity – Because stability matters and we don't do wobbly machines.
🔧 Upgrade Your Workshop Today!
The Mini Diktator is ready to go out of the box—just bolt it down, fire it up, and get grinding! Want more? Add a range of Diktator accessories to push your setup to the next level. Order now and start grinding with confidence! 💪🔥
I just finished putting mine together,I thought tool rest was small ,I made the tool rest 3 times longer and I can’t wait to get started. I think this going to cut my time down.
Hi there, thank you for your feedback on our Mini Diktator 2x72 Belt Grinder Kit. We're glad to hear that you were able to make adjustments to the tool rest to better suit your needs. We hope that this will improve your overall experience with the product and save you time. Happy grinding!
Great quality. Perfect for a beginner who needs professional grade equipment
Fast shipping, absolutely awesome grinder for this pricetag. Things to know. NO assembly instructions whatsoever, but it's pretty straightforward and, YouTube. Motor is just WOW. the 1/4x20 lock bolts for the tilt need to be grade 8, I snapped one off immediately. The grinding backplate could be 1/4 wider to match belt width. But otherwise completely satisfied with my purchase. And just FYI, they have much more available at their base website.
Thank you
It is a lot heavier than it looked or I expected. I put it together and just did test run on a folding table outside my shop. It was heavy enough that it ran smooth and quite and no vibrating around on the table. Steady while I worked over three knife handles. Nice machine, well built.
