Lelit Mara X Espresso Machine

The Lelit Mara X (PL62X) is an advanced prosumer heat-exchanger espresso machine that packs commercial-grade technology into an exceptionally compact footprint. Encased in a premium brushed stainless steel appliance body, this machine is engineered for home baristas who demand absolute temperature stability without the spatial requirement or cost of a traditional dual-boiler setup. It completely redefines the heat-exchanger category by utilizing a dual-probe system that actively monitors temperature at both the steam boiler and the brew group, completely eliminating the need for cooling flushes or “temperature surfing”.

At its core sits the legendary L58E (E61 style) group head featuring mechanical pre-infusion, which gradually ramps up water pressure to ensure optimal extraction and rich crema preservation. The Mara X introduces an innovative mode switch allowing users to alternate between “Xmode Coffee” (which prioritizes strict brew temperature stability for specialty espresso) and “Xmode Steam” (which prioritizes continuous steam pressure for milk texturing). A rear-mounted configuration switch lets you choose between three pre-calibrated temperature settings—Warm, Hot, or Extra Hot—to easily match the roast profile of your coffee beans.

Operational convenience is deeply integrated into the design. The machine utilizes a specialized, ultra-quiet vibratory pump and features a front-facing double manometer that simultaneously displays pump and steam boiler pressures. It is equipped with multidirectional, anti-burn cool-touch steam and hot water wands for safer handling and easier cleaning. The ergonomic Lelit58 portafilter includes a proprietary Coffee Slide spout designed to pour smoothly into your cup while standing stable on a flat surface during tamping. Complete with an energy-saving standby mode and a spacious, fully open 2.5-liter water reservoir, the Mara X brings genuine café-quality extraction right to the kitchen counter.

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: PL62X (Mara X)

• Boiler Type: Heat-Exchanger (HX) with dual PID control

• Boiler Capacity: 1.8 Liters (61 oz)

• Boiler Material: AISI316L Insulated Stainless Steel

• Water Reservoir Capacity: 2.5 Liters (84.5 fl oz) / Removable with open top

• Group Head: L58E (E61 type) with mechanical pre-infusion (58mm diameter)

• Pump Type: Custom Silent Vibratory Pump (15 Bar max pressure)

• Temperature Control: Dual NTC probe system with 3 preset selections

• Temperature Presets: Warm ($197^\circ\text{F}$ / $92^\circ\text{C}$), Hot ($201^\circ\text{F}$ / $94^\circ\text{C}$), Extra Hot ($205^\circ\text{F}$ / $96^\circ\text{C}$)

• Operation Modes: Xmode Coffee (Brew Priority) and Xmode Steam (Steam Priority)

• Heating Element: 1400 Watts

• Voltage Options: 120V / 60Hz (North American Model)

• Warm-up Time: Approximately 24 minutes to full thermal equilibrium

• Pressure Gauge: Dual manometer (Displays both boiler and pump pressure)

• Wands: Multidirectional, multi-wall cool touch steam and hot water wands

• Housing Material: Brushed AISI 304 Stainless Steel

• Drip Tray: Stainless steel tray with wire grate (Mug-friendly spacing up to 4.5 inches)

• Safety Features: Manual reset safety thermostat, low water level LED indicator, and Reserve Mode (finishes the current shot even if the tank runs out)

• Energy Saving: Integrated auto-standby function after 30 minutes of inactivity

• Width: 8.7 inches (22.5 cm)

• Depth: 16.3 inches (41.4 cm) excluding portafilter / 20.5 inches (52 cm) including portafilter

• Height: 13.8 inches (35.1 cm)

• Net Weight: 40.5 lbs (18.4 kg)