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From pain-free squats to insane quad pumps, the Belt Squat Machine does it all — without loading your torso or spine.
FEATURES • 13 unracking heights • Side or top-mounted pegs • 700lb capacity • 264lb weight • 11-gauge steel • Black powder coat • Belt included
“Amazing machine. Heavy duty and useful for not only belt squats but also deadlifts! 0 pain.” – Joshua S.
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Whether you want to build your quads to squat more (or just be able to squat, period), this back-friendly Belt Squat Machine will actually have you excited for leg day.
| Brand | Bells of Steel |
| Weight | 264lbs/119.7kg |
| Widest Width | 81"/2057mm |
| Narrowest Width | 52.5"/1334mm |
| Depth | 51"/1295mm |
| Height | 40"/1016mm |
| Handlebar Diameter | 0.98"/25mm |
| Plate Peg Diameter | 1.89"/48mm |
| Loadable Peg Length | 13.5"/343mm |
| Steel Thickness | 11-Gauge |
| Machine Coating | Black Powder Coat |
| Starting/Empty Weight | 40lbs/18.1kg |
| Total Weight Capacity | 700lbs/317.5kg |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
IMPORTANT: The belt squat machine has 13 adjustable heights but is not guaranteed to allow all lifters to squat ATG (ass-to-grass). If you bottom out early, standing on stackable pull blocks or bumper plates will give you the extra range of motion you need.
This belt squat machine is built like a tank and boasts an impressive 700lb capacity. Its 264lb weight, 11-gauge steel frame, fully-welded platform and 3mm thick top make it stable enough to use as a standalone unit. So when leg day rolls around, you’ll be ready to go to war 💪🏻
This belt squat machine was specifically built for belt squats (duh), but it’s actually a one-stop (exercise) shop. From deadlifts to split squats and rows to bicep curls, the amount of movements you can do with cable attachments is only limited by your creativity. For ultra-creative souls, check out our Cable Tower.
There’s no shortage of DIY belt squat setups that save money. But beyond the cost savings, a standalone belt squat machine will beat almost every DIY version. The setup is faster, the movement is safer, and the gains are more transferrable to back squatting — it’s a win-win-win.
The j-cups have 13 adjustable heights to fit a variety of lifters. Add some resistance bands to the band pegs for more tension. You can mount the plate pegs horizontally for easier plate unloading or vertically to reduce the overall machine width by 28.5″ (#spacegainzzz).
The weight of the belt squat machine is 264lbs/119.75kg.
The dimensions of the belt squat machine are:
*When the plate pegs are mounted vertically, the total width reduces to 52.5″/1334mm.
The weight capacity of the belt squat machine is 700lbs/317.5kg total, or 350lbs/158.75kg per side of the machine.
The starting (empty) weight of this belt squat machine is 40 pounds. That includes the weight of the lever system, the belt and the carabiner used to attach it to the machine.
The coating on the belt squat machine is a lightly-textured black powder coating.
The loadable sleeve length of the plate pegs on the belt squat machine is 13.5″/343mm.
The plate pegs (also called “weight horns”) can be mounted in two ways on the belt squat machine. Side-mounted is easier plate loading & unloading, but takes up more space. Top-mounted saves over 2 feet of width, but loading & unloading plates is more difficult. The choice is yours!
To use the belt squat machine, step on the platform. Put on the belt and squat down to attach it to the eyelet. Stand up and pull the handle towards you. Do your squats, then push the handle away and squat down to rest the lever back on the uprights. Take off the belt and step off the platform.
This belt squat machine uses p204 bearings, which are commercial-grade pillow block bearings with Zerk fittings. Zerk fittings are important because it means that the bearings are greaseable, making for easier maintenance and a longer, squeak-free life.
If you’re bottoming out while using the belt squat machine, there are a few fixes. First, try clipping your belt directly to the eyelet without using the chain. Next, try standing on bumpers or mats, like our Stackable Pull Blocks. Lastly, we’ve heard of customers who have placed a horse stall mat on top of the platform with a section cut out for the lever to travel unobstructed.
Yes, tall people can use our Belt Squat Machine. We’ve had many lifters over 6 feet tall who use this machine regularly with no issues. Remember to adjust the chain length as needed.
This belt squat machine is nice and smooth, thanks to the commercial-grade bearings with greaseable Zerk fittings.
Only Olympic weight plates will fit the plate pegs of the belt squat machine, as the diameter of the plate pegs is 48mm.
This is what’s included with this belt squat machine:
The tools needed to assemble the belt squat machine are:
*Correctly sized box-end, adjustable & socket wrenches are suitable alternatives.
The shipping box dimensions of the belt squat machine are:
Box 1:
Box 2:
The belt squat machine is covered under our Limited Lifetime Warranty, which guarantees that it will not break under normal use and protects against defects in material, function and workmanship.
CAPretty great tbh. I’d like to see the middle bar replaced by two ADJUSTABLE handles on each side (knurled of course 😋). Then, if there were some kind of leaver system to allow the weight arm to be held in place while the safety arm is pulled out of the way for j cup adjustments (changing heights for high traffic use). If y’all haven’t, come out with some elevation for people to stand on to allow greater ROM. I cut up some stall mats and it worked great.
Hi Brandon, Thank you so much for the review of our belt squat machine. We are so glad you have enjoyed this piece, and we are grateful for your feedback and will take note of everything you suggested. Yours in strength, Marcus & the BoS team
CAThe machine is fine, good quality steel and welds…Belt squatting is a bit of an acquired taste for anyone accustomed to conventional barbell squats… Mounting and dismounting is a bit of a nuisance, it would be nice if that issue could be engineered out of the equation… It will take several workouts before you find your sweet-spot with the machine, as well as belt placement on the body… The belt must be just on top of your butt…. There should have been grab-handles on either side of the uprights and height adjustable having the uprights taller… The weight loading attachments must be vertical, otherwise the 45 lb plates will hit the floor before you reach the bottom of exercise… All that said, it’s nice not have the weight bearing down on my back, as it does with barbell squats and the next day squat hang-over and body stiffness… If you’re over 40, and been lifting for a couple of decades, you’ll know what I mean… As for other exercises that can be done with the machine e.g. curls, rows, tricep extensions … Well these are a bit of an advertising stretch from my perspective, as this machine moves on a lever and these exercise movements don’t lend themselves to such movement. You’ll know what I mean if you try them. Overall I’m satisfied with its intended purpose, squatting
Hi there, Thank you so much for the awesome review of our belt squat machine. We are so grateful for positive feedback and are so glad to hear this was money well spent. We hope you continue to love using your new belt squat and we wish you the very best ! Sincerely, Marcus & the BoS team
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