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Pull Down Plate-Loaded Machine — Vortex Series

Guided Vertical Pull | Secure Knee Hold | 3mm Steel Frame | 210kg Build | Model BL29

The vertical pull that builds the lats, on a lever that keeps the tension on them from the top stretch to the bottom squeeze. The Vortex Pull Down runs a guided pulldown path that mirrors a true vertical pull, with a secure knee hold that locks you in the seat so heavy plates stay controlled instead of lifting you out of it.

Wide and neutral grips vary the emphasis between lats and upper back, precision pivot bearings keep the pull fluid, and a 210kg frame of 3mm commercial steel - two metres tall - stays rooted under the heaviest sets a back day can throw at it.


Key Features

  • Guided pulldown path — keeps tension on the lats through the full range of motion
  • Secure knee hold — locks the body in position so heavy loads stay controlled
  • Wide and neutral grips — multiple grip positions to vary lat and upper-back emphasis
  • Natural pulling arc — the lever path mirrors a true vertical pull for a strong contraction
  • Plate-loaded resistance — Olympic plate horns - progressive overload with no cable stack to outgrow
  • 3mm commercial steel frame — 210kg of heavy-gauge steel (measured before painting), made to order in 16 frame and 12 upholstery colours

Technical Specifications

Model BL29
Type Plate-loaded guided lat pulldown
Primary Muscles Latissimus dorsi; rhomboids, lower traps and biceps assisting
Resistance Plate loaded (Olympic plates, sold separately)
Frame 3mm commercial steel (measured before painting), powder-coated
Upholstery High-density commercial-grade padding, sweat-resistant
Dimensions (L × W × H) 1458 × 1735 × 2009mm
Machine Weight 210kg
Shipping Dimensions 1700 × 1420 × 790mm

Made To Order — Your Gym, Your Colours

Every Vortex Series machine is built to order to match your facility: choose from 16 frame colours and 12 upholstery colours, with custom logo branding available on request.

16 frame colours and 12 upholstery options for Reload made to order machines

Production typically takes around 14 days, with 4–6 weeks shipping to our Sydney warehouse — an estimated 8–12 weeks start to finish. Direct-to-site delivery can also be arranged.


Warranty

  • FRAME: 10 YEARS
  • CABLES & GUIDE RODS: 3 YEARS
  • PARTS: 12 MONTHS

Full terms, exclusions and the claims process are set out on our Warranty Policy page. Nothing here limits your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.


Who It Suits

  • Commercial gyms — a pulldown station with no cable to fray or stack to service
  • Bodybuilding and physique floors — heavy guided pulldowns for lat width
  • Strength and conditioning centres — vertical pulling strength on a fixed, repeatable path
  • Premium home gyms — the lat pulldown without a cable tower

Frequently Asked Questions

Pull Down or Fixed Pulldown - which one?
Both are plate-loaded vertical pulls. The Fixed Pulldown runs independent arms for single-arm work; the Pull Down runs a single guided arc with wide and neutral grips and a knee hold built for very heavy bilateral sets. Big floors often run both.

Why the knee hold?
Past a certain load a pulldown lifts you off the seat. The knee pads lock the lower body down so the lats, not your bodyweight, are the limit.

What plates does it take?
Standard Olympic plates - bumpers, rubber-coated or iron. Plates are sold separately.

What pairs with it for back?
The Vortex Low Row - vertical pull here, horizontal pull there, and the back is covered from every angle.

Can I choose my own colours?
Yes - made-to-order units come in your choice of 16 frame colours and 12 upholstery colours, with logo branding available on request. See the chart above.

Do you deliver and install?
Yes - we ship Australia-wide, and our own technician team handles professional delivery and installation in Sydney. Contact us for a quote.


Delivery

Ships Australia-wide from our Sydney warehouse once your build arrives, with professional installation available through our own technician team in Sydney. Direct-to-site shipping can be arranged in advance. Contact us for a freight quote to your location.


Commercial Fit-Outs & Bulk Orders

Outfitting a gym, studio or facility? Vortex Series multi-unit pricing: 3–6 units 10% off, 7–10 units 15% off, 11+ units 20% off. Contact us for our full commercial catalogue, a tailored quote and a free gym design consultation.


Shop More: Vortex Series | Made To Order Machines
Pair It: Vortex Low Row
Compare: Vortex Fixed Pulldown
Complete Your Setup: Olympic Weight Plates | Bumper Plates | Gym Flooring


Knees locked, plates loaded, lats stretched - the vertical pull, done heavy.

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