Stairmaster Gauntlet 4-series LCD

The StairMaster Gauntlet 4G is a compact stair climber for spaces where a large stepmill does not fit, such as hotel gyms, boutique gyms, corporate fitness, apartment buildings or a spacious home gym. It offers the same effective, low-impact climbing workout as the larger Gauntlet models, but with a footprint of 137 x 74 cm and a height that fits under standard ceilings. This version has an LCD console: simple, clear and free from distraction while you climb.

StairMaster Gauntlet 4G at a glance

• Compact 137 x 74 cm footprint: clearly smaller than traditional stepmills, so it also fits into a smaller fitness room.
• Fits under ceilings from about 2.4 metres: no extra height needed, so it suits standard ceilings.
• 20 levels, 24 to 162 steps per minute: from steady stair walking to a demanding climb, for beginners and advanced users.
• Low step-on height: easy to get on and off, which makes the 4G accessible to a wide audience.
• Redesigned handrail system: ergonomic rails with extra support and integrated controls, so you adjust the pace without letting go.
• Max. user weight 159 kg: built for commercial use by many different athletes.
• LCD console: a clear overview of your session and simple operation, ideal if you mainly want to climb.

A full climbing workout in a small space

The Gauntlet 4G works with revolving steps: the staircase turns downwards while you step up. That trains endurance and leg strength at the same time, with plenty of work for your upper legs and glutes. It stays low-impact cardio, because you are not running, while your heart rate goes up sharply at a higher pace. The difference with the larger 8Gx and 10G lies mainly in size: the 4G is made for spaces where those models do not fit.

Pace and operation

You set the pace across 20 levels, from 24 to 162 steps per minute. A hotel guest who wants to move gently starts low, a committed athlete moves up to an intensive interval block. The controls are integrated into the handrails, so you adjust the pace without losing your rhythm. The redesigned handrail system is ergonomically shaped and gives extra support, which is especially pleasant when you are starting out.

LCD console

The LCD console keeps things simple: you start a session quickly and see your data clearly laid out. There are no menus or screens to distract you, so this version suits people who simply want to climb. For locations looking above all for a reliable, easy to operate stair climber, this is a practical choice.

Space, placement and maintenance

The 4G measures 137 x 74 x 163 cm and suits rooms with a ceiling height from about 2.4 metres. That means it also fits a fitness room without extra high ceilings. For technical maintenance the 4G has an easily accessible service panel, so an engineer can work faster and the machine is out of use for less time.

Good to know

The 4G is the compact entry point in the Gauntlet range. It has no OverDrive mode and its top pace is lower than that of the 10G. The maximum user weight of 159 kg is also lower than the 181 kg of the 8Gx and 10G. If you have the space and want to offer the toughest workout, one of the larger models makes more sense.

Frequently asked questions about the StairMaster Gauntlet 4G

How much space do I need for the StairMaster 4G?

The 4G takes up 137 x 74 cm of floor space and is 163 cm high. Keep some room free around it to step on and off safely. The machine suits rooms with a ceiling height from about 2.4 metres, so most standard ceilings. That makes it clearly more compact than the 8Gx and 10G.

What is a stairmaster good for?

A stairmaster trains your endurance and your leg muscles at the same time. You keep stepping upwards, which mainly works your upper legs and glutes and raises your heart rate quickly. With the 20 pace levels of the 4G you decide whether you move gently or train intensively. Because you are not running, it is a low-impact form of cardio.

Is the Gauntlet 4G suitable for home use?

Yes, if you have a spacious home gym the 4G is the Gauntlet model best suited to home use. It is more compact than the 8Gx and 10G and fits under standard ceilings from about 2.4 metres. Do keep in mind that it is a commercial machine, with the size and price bracket that comes with it.

What is the maximum user weight?

The maximum user weight of the Gauntlet 4G is 159 kg. That is ample for most people in a hotel, corporate fitness setting or home gym. If you need a higher load capacity, the 8Gx and 10G go up to 181 kg.

What is the difference between the 4G, 8Gx and 10G?

The 4G is the compact model: smaller, suitable for lower ceilings and with a pace up to 162 steps per minute. The 8Gx and 10G are larger, require a ceiling height of 3.05 metres and go up to 181 kg user weight. The 10G also has the OverDrive mode and a pace up to 190 steps per minute. Choose the 4G when space and ceiling height are limited.

What is the difference between the consoles of the 4G?

The 4G is available with an LCD console, a 10 inch touchscreen and a 15 inch embedded OpenHub console. The LCD console is the simplest: clear and free from distraction. If you want operation from a touch display, choose the 10 inch touchscreen, and for Bluetooth, HDMI streaming and NFC the 15 inch version. The staircase itself, including pace and user weight, is the same on every version.