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Highlead GC0618-1SC Walking Foot Sewing Machine

Industrial Triple Feed and Needle Feed Sewing Machine

The Highlead GC0618-1SC is a heavy-duty industrial walking foot sewing machine with needle feed and bottom feed. Designed for upholstery, leatherwork, canvas, bags, luggage and other medium-heavy materials, its triple-feed system helps deliver consistent stitching across demanding sewing applications.

Special Offer: Highlead GC0618-1SC

£898 + VAT

£1,077.60 including VAT

Offer price includes: Brand new GC0618-1SC assembled with unit stand, wooden table top, quiet servo motor, cotton stand, bobbin winder, drawer and manufacturers accessories.

 RRP: £1,620. Promotional stock subject to availability.

Highlead GC0618-1SC industrial walking foot sewing machine
Highlead GC0618-1SC industrial walking foot and needle feed sewing machine.

About the Highlead GC0618-1SC Walking Foot Sewing Machine

The Highlead GC0618-1SC is an enhanced version of Highlead's established GC0618 series, engineered for medium-heavy materials, upholstery, technical textiles and leather.

Its robust construction, extended stitch length, increased presser foot lift and powerful feeding mechanism make this industrial sewing machine suitable for a wide range of demanding sewing applications.

Unlike a conventional drop-feed sewing machine, the GC0618-1SC combines three feeding actions: bottom feed, needle bar feed and alternating top walking feet. These mechanisms work together to move the material through the machine, helping to maintain consistent feeding and seam quality.

Triple Feed System: Bottom Feed, Needle Feed and Walking Foot

The triple-feed system combines the lower feed dogs, needle feed and alternating walking foot. This is particularly useful when sewing multiple layers or thicker materials that can be difficult to feed evenly with a conventional sewing machine.

Highlead GC0618-1SC walking foot sewing machine showing the triple-feed system
Triple-feed system: bottom feed, needle bar feed and alternating walking foot top feed.

Large-Capacity Bobbin for Heavy-Duty Sewing

The Highlead GC0618-1SC features a horizontal-axis, double-capacity hook that accommodates a larger bobbin. The increased lower-thread capacity can reduce the frequency of bobbin changes, particularly when sewing with thicker threads and heavier materials.

Applications: Upholstery, Leather, Canvas and More

This industrial walking foot sewing machine is suitable for professional workshops, upholstery businesses and a variety of heavy-duty sewing applications, including:

  • Furniture upholstery and sofa cushions
  • Automotive trimming and vehicle upholstery
  • Leatherwork and leather goods
  • Bags, luggage and cases
  • Horse blankets and equestrian equipment
  • Belts and heavy-duty products
  • Canvas, sails and technical textiles
  • Awnings, covers and tarpaulins
  • Suitable plastic and rubber materials

Highlead GC0618-1SC Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Highlead
Model GC0618-1SC
Machine type Industrial walking foot and needle feed sewing machine
Feeding system Bottom feed, needle feed and alternating walking foot
Stitch length 1–10 mm
Take-up stroke 71.5 mm
Presser foot lift by hand 8 mm
Presser foot lift by knee 14 mm
Hook Horizontal-axis, double-capacity hook
Safety feature Safety slip clutch with push-button reset
Maximum speed Up to 2,000 rpm
Needle system DPx17, sizes #18–23 (110–160)
Motor Electronic servo motor, 220–240 V, 50 Hz
Warranty Manufacturer's UK warranty

Highlead GC0618-1SC Supplied with Stand and Servo Motor

Highlead GC0618-1SC walking foot industrial sewing machine assembled with stand and servo motor
Highlead GC0618-1SC assembled with unit stand and matching electronic servo motor.

Large-Capacity Bobbin Comparison

Highlead GC0618-1SC large-capacity bobbin compared with a standard bobbin
The larger-capacity bobbin helps reduce interruptions for lower-thread changes.

Buy the Highlead GC0618-1SC Walking Foot Sewing Machine

Looking for an industrial walking foot sewing machine for upholstery, leather, canvas or heavy-duty sewing? The Highlead GC0618-1SC combines bottom feed, needle feed and walking foot top feed in a versatile industrial machine.

The advertised promotional price is £898 + VAT (£1,077.60 including VAT). The offer includes the machine, unit stand, wooden table top, servo motor and listed accessories.

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