The Body-Solid Series 7 GS348Q Smith Machine combines guided Smith-machine training with a dedicated free-weight training station, providing a versatile platform for a wide range of upper- and lower-body strength exercises.
Its combination of guided bar movement, multiple lock-out positions and free-weight racking options makes the GS348Q suitable for users looking to perform different strength exercises within a single training station.
7° Reversed-Pitch Design
The Series 7 Smith Machine features a 7-degree reversed pitch, designed to provide an effective movement path for a variety of upper- and lower-body strength exercises.
This angled configuration distinguishes the Series 7 design from conventional vertically oriented Smith machines.
Linear Ball-Bearing Smith System
The Smith bar travels through a linear ball-bearing system, providing smooth and controlled movement throughout the bar path.
The guided design allows the bar to follow a defined trajectory during lifting and lowering movements.
20 Smith Lock-Out Points
The Smith system incorporates 20 cross-member lock-out points positioned along the exercise path.
These multiple locking positions allow the bar to be secured at different heights, helping users select an appropriate starting and stopping position for different exercises.
14-Position Free-Weight Gunrack
In addition to the guided Smith system, the GS348Q includes a dedicated 14-position free-weight gunrack.
This provides multiple lift-off and re-racking positions for free-weight barbell exercises and expands the machine beyond guided Smith training.
Heavy-Duty Safety Arms
The free-weight training area includes 17-inch safety arms, providing additional support when performing compatible barbell exercises within the rack.
25 lb Smith Bar
The Smith bar has a published starting weight of approximately 25 lb / 11.3 kg.
This corrects the previous product description that listed the bar at approximately 10 kg.
Six Olympic Weight-Plate Storage Posts
The GS348Q incorporates six Olympic weight-plate storage posts, allowing compatible plates to be organized around the training station and kept within convenient reach.
The frame also provides dedicated bar storage.
Exercises and Applications
The Body-Solid GS348Q can be incorporated into a variety of strength-training exercises, including:
- Squats
- Bench Press with a compatible bench
- Shoulder Press
- Lunges
- Lower-body barbell exercises
- Chest exercises
- Shoulder exercises
- Free-weight barbell training
- Guided Smith-machine strength exercises
Exercise selection and setup should always be appropriate for the user's training level and the equipment being used.
Target Muscles
Muscle involvement varies depending on the exercise performed.
Squat: Primarily targets the quadriceps and glutes, with involvement from the hamstrings and core.
Bench Press: Primarily targets the chest, triceps and anterior deltoids.
Shoulder Press: Primarily targets the deltoids and triceps.
Lunges: Primarily target the quadriceps and glutes, with hamstring and core involvement.
The GS348Q can therefore be incorporated into both upper- and lower-body strength-training programs.
Olympic Plate Compatibility
The machine is designed for use with Olympic weight plates with approximately 2-inch / 50 mm center holes.
Weight plates and bench are not included with the standard machine.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Body-Solid
- Series: Series 7
- Model: GS348Q
- Product Type: Smith Machine
- Smith Path: 7° Reversed Pitch
- Smith Movement System: Linear Ball Bearings
- Smith Lock-Out Points: 20
- Free-Weight Gunrack Positions: 14
- Safety Arm Length: 17 in
- Smith Bar Starting Weight: 25 lb / approximately 11.3 kg
- Olympic Plate Storage Posts: 6
- Plate Compatibility: Olympic 2 in / approximately 50 mm
- Published Assembled Weight: 276 lb / approximately 125.2 kg
- Length: 66 in / approximately 167.6 cm
- Width: 64 in / approximately 162.6 cm
- Width at Bar: 70 in / approximately 177.8 cm
- Height: 83 in / approximately 210.8 cm
- Training Focus: Total-body strength training
- Bench: Not included
- Weight Plates: Not included
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