Sized for home cooks who still want serious grinding power, this #8 meat grinder runs on a 700-watt (0.77 HP, max 1800W) pure copper motor that pushes up to 5 pounds of meat per minute through a 3-stage spiral auger and sharp stainless steel blade for a tender, springy texture. The die-cast aluminum alloy body keeps the unit light at just 12 pounds while still standing up to daily use. Three grinding plates in 3 mm, 5 mm, and 8 mm cover fine to coarse textures, and the included Kibbe kit and three sausage tubes (8 mm, 10 mm, and 20 mm) turn it into a sausage stuffer for bratwurst, patties, and Bolognese. The stainless steel blade, grinding plates, and plastic parts go in the dishwasher, while the aluminum alloy housing should be hand washed and dried with a soft cloth. It works on chicken, pork, beef, and fish as well as vegetables, chili peppers, and even homemade pet or baby food. ETL approved, it has a locking knob to keep the head secure and a reverse button to clear clogs without disassembling the machine. Measures 11.4 x 7.7 x 14 inches.