Reliable Barracuda Fit 500BW/550BW Portable Straight-Stitch Walking-Foot Sewing Machine
120V (500BW)
$1,199.00
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Reliable Barracuda Fit 500BW/550BW Portable Straight-Stitch Walking-Foot Sewing Machine
SKU: 40212
$1,199.00
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Description
A portable, all-metal walking-foot machine for makers who need controlled straight stitching through canvas, leather, upholstery and outdoor fabrics—without committing to a full industrial table.
Who it’s for
Marine-canvas and upholstery makers, leatherworkers, repair shops, outdoor-gear builders and home workshops that need an easy-to-move heavy-duty straight-stitch machine.
Why it stands out
- Walking-foot feeding helps layers move together evenly across thickness changes.
- CudaStitch™ reverse matches the selected forward stitch length for accurate backtacking.
- Built-in speed reducer improves low-speed control.
- All-metal body and internal components.
- 340 × 340 mm clear extension table with built-in ruler.
- Built-in bobbin winder and dual thread stand.
- Two rechargeable CudaLight™ LED work lights.
- 10 mm presser-foot clearance.
Specifications
- Maximum speed: 800 RPM
- Maximum stitch length: 6 mm
- Needle system: 135×17, sizes 14–22
- Recommended thread range: size 45 (Tex 46) to 90 (Tex 92)
- Workspace: 7 in / 17.8 cm
- Head dimensions: 16 × 8 × 11.7 in
- Shipping-box dimensions: 18.5 × 10.8 × 17.7 in
- Weight: 34.4 lb
- Electrical: choose 120V (500BW) or 220V (550BW)
Included
- Foot pedal and 340 × 340 mm extension table
- Leather walking-foot set and right zipper walking foot
- 10-pack Groz-Beckert 135×17 needles
- Three bobbins and magnetic seam guide
- Dual thread stand
- Two rechargeable CudaLight LED lights
- Knurled feed dog, oil bottle, screwdrivers and Allen keys
- Accessory case
Warranty
Backed by Reliable’s limited three-year Barracuda warranty. Select the correct voltage before ordering—220V models require a compatible 220V supply.
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Best for
Upholstery, leather, canvas, marine, and other layered-material work that benefits from synchronized feeding.
Drop shipped directly from Reliable. Availability and fulfillment timing are confirmed after order.
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