SPEEDWAY® 818D – Single Needle Post-Bed Lockstitch with Direct Drive & Auto Functions – Complete Setup, Table & Stand Included

The SPEEDWAY 818D is an industrial single-needle post-bed lockstitch machine built for precision stitching on leather, vinyl, canvas, and heavy synthetics. With a 180 mm post height, compound feed with roller foot, 550W built-in direct-drive servo motor, and automatic presser foot lift, thread trimming, and reverse — it delivers consistent, powerful stitching in hard-to-reach areas like shoes, bags, hats, and automotive upholstery, arriving fully assembled with table and stand.

What's Included

• SPEEDWAY 818D post-bed lockstitch machine (ships assembled)
• Industrial sewing table and stand
• 550W built-in direct-drive servo motor
• Roller foot presser foot set
• Needle set (DPx5) and bobbins
• Oil can and maintenance tools

Key Features

• 180 mm (7inch) post-bed design — elevated arm gives exceptional access to curved and tubular areas: shoe uppers, bag straps, hat brims, and tight leather seams
• Compound feed with roller foot — synchronized top and bottom feeding smoothly advances thick, multi-layered, or slippery materials without slipping or marking
• 550W built-in direct-drive servo motor — quiet, energy-efficient, and powerful needle penetration through heavy materials with minimal vibration
• Automatic presser foot lift — hands-free foot raising speeds up material positioning and repositioning between seams
• Automatic thread trimmer — cuts threads at the end of each seam automatically for faster cycle times
• Automatic reverse stitching — reliable backtacking at seam start and end without a manual lever hold
• Automatic lubrication system — reduces wear on moving parts and extends machine service life

Ideal For

• Footwear — shoe uppers, boots, sneakers, and leather footwear construction
• Leather goods — bags, wallets, belts, holsters, and accessories
• Hats and caps — brims, crowns, and curved panel seams
• Automotive and marine upholstery — seat covers, dashboards, and tight interior panels
• Canvas goods — patches, straps, and reinforced seams on heavy materials

Video Tutorials

How to Thread

Basic Maintenance and Oiling

How to Fill the Bobbin

Technical Specifications