{"product_id":"vortex-pull-down","title":"Vortex Pull Down - Plate Loaded","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePull Down Plate-Loaded Machine — Vortex Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuided Vertical Pull | Secure Knee Hold | 3mm Steel Frame | 210kg Build | Model BL29\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003cstrong\u003eguided pulldown path\u003c\/strong\u003e that mirrors a true vertical pull, with a \u003cstrong\u003esecure knee hold\u003c\/strong\u003e that locks you in the seat so heavy plates stay controlled instead of lifting you out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide and neutral grips\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuided pulldown path\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps tension on the lats through the full range of motion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure knee hold\u003c\/strong\u003e — locks the body in position so heavy loads stay controlled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide and neutral grips\u003c\/strong\u003e — multiple grip positions to vary lat and upper-back emphasis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural pulling arc\u003c\/strong\u003e — the lever path mirrors a true vertical pull for a strong contraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlate-loaded resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e — Olympic plate horns - progressive overload with no cable stack to outgrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3mm commercial steel frame\u003c\/strong\u003e — 210kg of heavy-gauge steel (measured before painting), made to order in 16 frame and 12 upholstery colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBL29\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlate-loaded guided lat pulldown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Muscles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatissimus dorsi; rhomboids, lower traps and biceps assisting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlate loaded (Olympic plates, sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mm commercial steel (measured before painting), powder-coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpholstery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-density commercial-grade padding, sweat-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L × W × H)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1458 × 1735 × 2009mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1700 × 1420 × 790mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade To Order — Your Gym, Your Colours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Vortex Series machine is built to order to match your facility: choose from \u003cstrong\u003e16 frame colours and 12 upholstery colours\u003c\/strong\u003e, with custom logo branding available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/1302\/3847\/files\/vortex-16-frame-colours-leather-options.png\" alt=\"16 frame colours and 12 upholstery options for Reload made to order machines\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction typically takes around 14 days, with 4–6 weeks shipping to our Sydney warehouse — an estimated \u003cstrong\u003e8–12 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e start to finish. Direct-to-site delivery can also be arranged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFRAME: 10 YEARS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCABLES \u0026amp; GUIDE RODS: 3 YEARS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePARTS: 12 MONTHS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull terms, exclusions and the claims process are set out on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/pages\/warranty\" title=\"Warranty Policy\"\u003eWarranty Policy\u003c\/a\u003e page. Nothing here limits your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It Suits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial gyms\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pulldown station with no cable to fray or stack to service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBodybuilding and physique floors\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavy guided pulldowns for lat width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength and conditioning centres\u003c\/strong\u003e — vertical pulling strength on a fixed, repeatable path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium home gyms\u003c\/strong\u003e — the lat pulldown without a cable tower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePull Down or Fixed Pulldown - which one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are plate-loaded vertical pulls. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-fixed-pulldown\" title=\"Vortex Fixed Pulldown - Plate Loaded\"\u003eFixed Pulldown\u003c\/a\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the knee hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePast 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat plates does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard Olympic plates - bumpers, rubber-coated or iron. Plates are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pairs with it for back?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-low-row\" title=\"Vortex Low Row\"\u003eVortex Low Row\u003c\/a\u003e - vertical pull here, horizontal pull there, and the back is covered from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I choose my own colours?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes - made-to-order units come in your choice of \u003cstrong\u003e16 frame colours and 12 upholstery colours\u003c\/strong\u003e, with logo branding available on request. See the chart above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you deliver and install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes - we ship Australia-wide, and our own technician team handles professional delivery and installation in Sydney. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips 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. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for a freight quote to your location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial Fit-Outs \u0026amp; Bulk Orders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutfitting a gym, studio or facility? Vortex Series multi-unit pricing: \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 units 10% off, 7–10 units 15% off, 11+ units 20% off\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for our full commercial catalogue, a tailored quote and a free gym design consultation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop More:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/vortex-series-elite-plate-loaded\" title=\"Vortex Series Plate Loaded Machines\"\u003eVortex Series\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/made-to-order-machines-fitness-hero\" title=\"Made To Order Machines\"\u003eMade To Order Machines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePair It:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-low-row\" title=\"Vortex Low Row\"\u003eVortex Low Row\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-fixed-pulldown\" title=\"Vortex Fixed Pulldown - Plate Loaded\"\u003eVortex Fixed Pulldown\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Your Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/olympic-plates\" title=\"Olympic Weight Plates\"\u003eOlympic Weight Plates\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/bumper-plates\" title=\"Bumper Plates\"\u003eBumper Plates\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/commercial-gym-flooring\" title=\"Commercial Gym Flooring\"\u003eGym Flooring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnees locked, plates loaded, lats stretched - the vertical pull, done heavy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"204\" width=\"204\" alt=\"Fitness Hero Commercial Gym Equipment Sydney\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/1302\/3847\/files\/Fitness_Hero_Sydney.png?v=1749873069\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Fitness Hero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44343149363303,"sku":"BL29","price":2595.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/1302\/3847\/files\/BL29_Reload_Fitness_Hero_05af50bc-f962-49ab-9987-c29e39cda298.png?v=1792832081","url":"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-pull-down","provider":"Fitness Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}