Star Trac 6CT Cross Trainer

Product Description

The Star Trac 6CT Cross Trainer is a commercial-grade elliptical designed to deliver smooth, low-impact cardio with durable construction, versatile programming, and an engaging user experience. Its fixed 20-inch stride, articulating movement arms, front-drive design, and 20 levels of alternator resistance provide a full-body workout suitable for a wide range of fitness levels.

Designed for busy fitness environments, the 6CT combines a durable powder-coated steel frame with a user-friendly design that makes the machine approachable for everyday cardio training. The rear courtesy step provides an easier way to access the machine, while the articulating handles allow users to involve both the upper and lower body during each workout.

The 6CT is available with Apex LCD+, LED, or 16-inch touchscreen console options, allowing facilities to select the display experience that best fits their environment. Depending on the console configuration, users can access workout programming, connectivity features, entertainment, Bluetooth pairing, wireless charging, and other connected fitness functions.

Premium Features

• 20-Inch Fixed Stride – Provides a consistent elliptical motion suitable for a wide range of users.
• 20 Resistance Levels – Alternator resistance provides adjustable workout intensity for cardio, endurance, and interval training.
• Articulating Movement Arms – Engage the upper body while the legs drive the elliptical motion for a more comprehensive workout.
• Front-Drive System – Provides a stable, commercial-grade elliptical platform.
• Commercial-Grade Construction – Powder-coated steel frame is designed for frequent use in demanding fitness environments.
• 450-LB Maximum User Weight – Provides a substantial capacity for commercial cardio applications.
• Rear Courtesy Step – Makes mounting and dismounting more approachable.
• 11-Inch Step-Up Height – Provides a clearly defined entry height.
• 3.5-Inch Rollers – Support smooth operation of the front-drive system.
• Contact & Telemetric Heart Rate – Provides multiple options for monitoring workout intensity.
• Wireless Phone Charging – Allows compatible devices to remain charged during workouts.
• Water Bottle Holder – Provides convenient hydration access during training.
• Apex Console Options – Available with LCD+, LED, or 16-inch touchscreen displays.
• Quick Keys – Available on Apex LED and LCD+ consoles for convenient workout adjustments.
• Connected Fitness Ecosystem – Supports workout tracking, Bluetooth pairing, and connected features depending on console configuration.
• HIIT Programming – Compatible console configurations provide access to interval and high-intensity workout programming.
• Wi-Fi Connectivity – Available with compatible Apex console configurations.
• Over-the-Air Updates – Supported by the Apex console ecosystem.
• Bluetooth Connectivity – Provides compatibility with supported wireless devices and fitness accessories.
• Customizable Frame Color – Frame color can be customized with manufacturer approval.
• Self-Generating Console Options – Apex LCD+ and LED configurations can generate their own operating power.

Specifications

Specifications are based on current Star Trac 6CT product information. Console features and power requirements vary by configuration.

Why Choose the Star Trac 6CT Cross Trainer?

Full-Body Elliptical Training

The 6CT combines lower-body pedaling with articulating movement arms, allowing users to engage both the upper and lower body during a single cardio workout.

Smooth, Low-Impact Motion

Elliptical movement provides cardiovascular conditioning without the repetitive foot-strike impact associated with running, making the 6CT useful for a variety of training programs.

20 Resistance Levels

The alternator resistance system provides 20 levels of adjustable resistance, allowing users to modify workout intensity for warm-ups, steady-state cardio, intervals, and endurance training.

Commercial-Grade Durability

The powder-coated steel frame, front-drive system, and heavy-duty components are designed for consistent use in commercial fitness environments.

Accessible Design

The rear courtesy step and intuitive controls make the 6CT approachable for users with different fitness backgrounds and experience levels.

Multiple Console Options

Facilities can choose between Apex LCD+, LED, and 16-inch touchscreen configurations, allowing the cardio floor to be equipped according to programming and technology needs.

Connected Training

Depending on the selected console, the 6CT supports connected fitness features including Bluetooth pairing, Wi-Fi, workout tracking, entertainment, and wireless charging.

Muscles Worked

Primary Muscles

• Quadriceps – Work to extend the knees and drive the pedals through each stride.
• Hamstrings – Assist with knee flexion and hip extension during the elliptical motion.
• Glutes – Contribute to hip extension and lower-body power.
• Calves – Assist with ankle movement and stabilization throughout the stride.

Upper-Body Muscles

• Shoulders – Engaged through the reciprocating movement of the articulating handles.
• Biceps – Assist with pulling the handles toward the body.
• Triceps – Assist with pushing the handles forward.
• Chest and Upper Back – Contribute to the push-and-pull movement of the upper-body handles.

Secondary Muscles

• Hip Flexors – Help advance the legs through each elliptical cycle.
• Core Muscles – Help stabilize the torso while the arms and legs are moving.
• Lower Legs and Ankles – Help maintain foot position and control throughout the stride.

Benefits

Full-Body Cardiovascular Conditioning

The combination of lower-body pedaling and articulating upper-body handles provides an efficient full-body cardio workout.

Low-Impact Exercise

The elliptical motion provides cardiovascular conditioning while minimizing the repetitive impact associated with running.

Improve Cardiovascular Endurance

Adjustable resistance allows users to perform steady-state and progressive cardio workouts designed to build aerobic endurance.

Build Lower-Body Endurance

The quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves are continuously engaged during the elliptical movement.

Engage the Upper Body

The articulating movement arms add upper-body involvement, helping create a more comprehensive training experience than lower-body-only cardio machines.

Adjustable Workout Intensity

Twenty resistance levels allow users to increase or decrease workout difficulty based on fitness level and training goals.

Interval and HIIT Training

The 6CT can be incorporated into interval and high-intensity cardio programming when paired with compatible console programming.

Comfortable Commercial Cardio

The fixed 20-inch stride and smooth front-drive design provide a consistent motion for repeated cardio sessions.

Connected Workout Experience

Compatible Apex consoles provide features such as Bluetooth connectivity, Wi-Fi, workout tracking, entertainment, and wireless charging.

Easy Facility Integration

Its 76" x 30" footprint provides a substantial commercial cardio platform while maintaining a relatively straightforward equipment footprint for a fitness center or amenity space.

Ideal For

• Commercial gyms
• Health clubs
• Independent fitness centers
• Apartment and multi-housing fitness centers
• Hotel and hospitality fitness centers
• Corporate wellness centers
• University and college fitness facilities
• Athletic facilities
• Personal training facilities
• Wellness centers
• High-traffic cardio areas
• Low-impact cardio programs
• Full-body cardio training
• Cardiovascular endurance training
• HIIT and interval workouts
• Cross-training
• Weight-management programs
• Users seeking commercial-grade elliptical equipment