{"product_id":"vortex-squat-trainer-v2","title":"Vortex Squat Trainer V2 - Plate Loaded","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquat Trainer V2 Plate-Loaded Machine — Vortex Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLever-Based Squat | Large Standing Platform | 3mm Steel Frame | 180.5kg Build | Model BL53\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA squat that moves through an arc instead of a straight line. The Vortex Squat Trainer V2 carries the load on \u003cstrong\u003epadded shoulder supports\u003c\/strong\u003e and runs it on a \u003cstrong\u003eplate-loaded lever\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the squat follows a natural, supported arc to full depth - no barbell on the spine, no rack, no spotter - with a \u003cstrong\u003elarge standing platform\u003c\/strong\u003e that takes wide, narrow and staggered stances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guided path keeps the load controlled through the whole range, the lever arc supports full-depth squatting with confidence, and a 180.5kg frame of 3mm commercial steel stays planted under every rep.\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\u003ePlate-loaded lever design\u003c\/strong\u003e — stable, supported squatting through a natural arc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge standing platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — accommodates wide, narrow and staggered stances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuided movement path\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps the load controlled through the full squat range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-range training\u003c\/strong\u003e — the lever arc supports full-depth squatting with confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePadded shoulder supports\u003c\/strong\u003e — distribute the load comfortably with no bar across the spine - train heavy without a spotter or power rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3mm commercial steel frame\u003c\/strong\u003e — 180.5kg 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\u003eBL53\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 lever squat trainer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Muscles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuadriceps and glutes; hamstrings, adductors and calves 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\u003e1745 × 1712 × 1605mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180.5kg\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 × 1220 × 590mm\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 squat station members can load heavy without a spotter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePT and strength studios\u003c\/strong\u003e — supported squats to depth for every client level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength and conditioning centres\u003c\/strong\u003e — lower-body strength on a natural, repeatable arc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium home gyms\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavy squats with no rack and no bar on the back\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\u003eSquat Trainer or Squat Trainer V2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/collections\/vortex-series-elite-plate-loaded\" title=\"Vortex Series\"\u003eoriginal Squat Trainer\u003c\/a\u003e runs a carriage on a vertical track with safety stops. The V2 runs the load on a lever arm through a natural arc, with a larger platform for stance variety. Both carry the weight on shoulder pads rather than a bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I train alone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes - the load is carried by the lever and shoulder pads, so there is no bar to rack and members can squat to failure without a spotter.\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 legs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-leg-entension\" title=\"Vortex Leg Extension - Plate Loaded\"\u003eVortex Leg Extension\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-kneeling-leg-curl\" title=\"Vortex Kneeling Leg Curl - Plate Loaded\"\u003eVortex Kneeling Leg Curl\u003c\/a\u003e for the isolation work around the squat.\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-leg-entension\" title=\"Vortex Leg Extension - Plate Loaded\"\u003eVortex Leg Extension\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-kneeling-leg-curl\" title=\"Vortex Kneeling Leg Curl - Plate Loaded\"\u003eVortex Kneeling Leg Curl\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-linear-leg-press\" title=\"Vortex Linear Leg Press - Plate Loaded\"\u003eVortex Linear Leg Press\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\u003eShoulders in, stance set, and squat to depth - the lever squat, built to be loaded.\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":44343224664167,"sku":"BL53","price":2595.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/1302\/3847\/files\/BL53_Reload_Fitness_Hero_36b2480b-26e3-4188-97de-04aaa2b5be3f.png?v=1792832267","url":"https:\/\/www.fitness-hero.com.au\/products\/vortex-squat-trainer-v2","provider":"Fitness Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}