Back Plate-Loaded Machines (50)
BUILT Strength ‘OG’ Series Bilateral Bent Row
BUILT Strength ‘OG’ Series Chest Supported T-Bar Row
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Precor Discovery Series Smith Machine
BUILT Strength Infinite Series Iso-Lateral Chest Press / Lat Pull
BUILT Strength Infinite Series Iso-Lateral Front Lat Pulldown
BUILT Strength Infinite Series Plate Loaded Pullover
Hoist Fitness 7° Smith Machine
Hammer Strength Iso-Lateral Front Lat Pulldown
BUILT Strength Infinite Series Plate Loaded Belt Squat Tower
Plate loaded back machines let you row and pull heavy on a guided path, using Olympic plates instead of a stack. This split includes BUILT Strength stations like the Infinite Series Orbital Row, Infinite T-Bar Rows, the OG Series Bilateral Bent Row, Chest Supported T-Bar Row, Seated Deep Multi Row, Scissor Lat Pulldown, and a Plate-Loaded Pullover, plus remanufactured Hammer Strength, Hoist, and Nautilus back machines when in stock. Plate loading gives small jumps and no stack ceiling, and chest-supported designs keep strain off the lower back.
Looking for plate-loaded back machines? This collection focuses on rows, lat paths, and pullover stations that load with Olympic plates. You get commercial leverage from new BUILT Strength and remanufactured Hammer Strength, Hoist, and related brands.
Plate-loaded back stations pair well with upper body plate-loaded and power racks for a complete pull day.
Plate-loaded row or cable row: which should you buy?
Plate-loaded rows lock a guided path with heavy plate loading. Cable rows offer more angle freedom. Many rooms run both. Browse functional trainers for cable options.
- Related: back selectorized, all plate-loaded.
Which back machine should I buy first?
Most lifters start with one row, such as a chest-supported T-bar or seated row, and one vertical pull such as a lat pulldown. Add a pullover or high row later for variety.
Frequently asked questions
Is a chest supported T-bar row worth it?
Yes, for most lifters. The chest pad removes lower back strain so you can load the upper back heavily and focus on the pull.
Are remanufactured Hammer Strength rows available?
Yes. Iso-Lateral Low Row and MTS High Row units appear in Hammer Strength when in stock. Remanufactured units carry 1-year parts and labor coverage that starts on the delivery date, and every unit is function-tested before it ships. Cosmetic wear from prior use is expected and not a defect. Details are on our product guarantees page.
How are back machines delivered?
Choose Driveway Delivery (liftgate to your curb or driveway anywhere in the lower 48), Inside Delivery and Assembly (brought into a first-floor room, assembled, tested, and packaging hauled away), or Full Truckload for big orders. The shipping calculator on each product page shows your price. See delivery options.