The Taurus MS Range Explained: From MS3 to MS65
If you’ve spent any time around strength equipment, you know when a range has been properly thought through. The small details tend to decide things. How a machine feels once the load goes on. How much floor space it actually takes. How wide the exercise range really is. How it holds up once regular training becomes the norm and sessions stack up.
At Fitshop, we work with strength equipment every day, and the Taurus Multi Smith range stands out for exactly those reasons. This guide runs through all nine Multi Smith machines, from MS3 to MS65, breaking down how each one trains, what changes across the line, and where each model sits.
You’ll find individual breakdowns first, followed by a side-by-side comparison to pull the differences together.
Multi Smith Machines in the Taurus Range
1. Taurus MS3 Pro Smith & Half Rack
The MS3 combines a plate-loaded Smith machine, a half rack, and a pull-up station in one frame. It’s the entry point of the Taurus MS range for training with a guided bar alongside free-bar lifts.
Key Features
- 16.5 kg Smith bar running on linear bearings with a consistent bar path
- Half rack with 16 height positions
- Pull-up station integrated into the frame
- Load capacity up to 272 kg
- Solid steel frame
- Optional pull-up bar and low row attachments
Training and Layout
The Smith bar glides cleanly and predictably, which helps with controlled reps, tempo work, and training alone. The open rack design keeps access clear on all sides, which helps in tighter rooms. Plate storage pegs and bar hooks sit on the frame.
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Want to drop the guided bar and lean more into cable work? The MS5 takes the next step.
2. Taurus MS5 Plate Complete Trainer
The MS5 takes a different route through the Taurus MS range. Instead of a Smith bar, it centres on a dual adjustable cable system paired with a power rack and pull-up station. It’s the option in the line-up that puts free movement and cable work front and centre. Plate-loaded resistance keeps the feel familiar, while the rack and spotter arms support solo training without stepping into a Smith-based set-up.
Key Features
- Dual adjustable cable system with a 2:1 ratio
- Plate-loaded resistance
- Power rack with J-hooks and spotter arms
- Multi-grip pull-up bar rated to 250 kg
- Maximum load capacity up to 410 kg
- Compact footprint: 153 × 134 cm; height: 222 cm
- Solid steel frame
- Wide range of attachments included
Training and Layout
The cable system adjusts across multiple height points, covering press, pulls, rotations, and lower-body cable work. The 2:1 ratio keeps movement smooth and controlled across higher-rep and accessory-focused sessions. Rack elements sit within easy reach, supporting barbell lifts alongside cable work on the same station.
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If cable training comes first and guided bar lifts stay in the picture, the MS20 adds a Smith machine.
3. Taurus MS20 Pro Plate Complete Trainer
The MS20 extends the Taurus MS range by combining a height-adjustable Smith machine with a dual cable system and multiple dedicated training stations. Guided barbell work, free-weight lifts, and pulley exercises all sit on one fixed frame. It’s a step up from simpler Smith and rack combinations, adding cable resistance and additional stations beyond core barbell lifts, without moving into a larger footprint.
Key Features
- Smith machine with 14 height positions and dual safety mechanisms
- Dual adjustable cable pulleys, plate-loaded, with a 2:1 ratio
- Option to connect cables for 1:1 resistance
- Pull-up bar with multiple grip options
- Height-adjustable dip station with two handle widths
- Free-weight training with J-hooks and adjustable safety catchers
- Landmine attachment for rotational and press-based work
- Plate and bar storage integrated into the frame
- Compatible with 50 mm weight plates and barbells
Training and Layout
The Smith machine supports straight-line lifts such as squats and bench press, with clear catch points and safety hooks. Alongside this, the dual cable system covers press, pulls, and isolation work, with long cable travel that allows a wider range of movement. Dip, pull-up, free-bar, and landmine stations sit on the same frame. Adjustable parts move easily or come off entirely when not needed.
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Need more structure around the same Smith and cable set-up? The MS30 tightens things up with added hardware and storage.
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4. Taurus MS30 Pro Plate Complete Trainer
The MS30 builds directly on the MS20 concept, keeping the combination of a guided Smith machine and dual cable system, then tightening the whole set-up with added rack hardware and storage. Plate-loaded resistance runs across the Smith machine and cables, keeping weight selection open and familiar, while the overall layout stays fixed and compact.
Key Features
- Counterbalanced Smith machine with 12 catch positions
- Smith bar capacity up to 400 kg
- Dual adjustable cable system with a 1:1 ratio
- 16 cable height positions
- Power rack with J-hooks and spotter arms
- Load capacity up to 200 kg on the cable system
- Solid steel frame
- Integrated plate and bar storage
Training and Layout
The Smith bar runs on a fixed vertical track, supporting straight-line lifts such as squats and press with clear catch points along the rails. The counterbalanced bar keeps the unloaded feel lighter at the start of each lift. The dual cable system covers press, rows, and rotational work with direct resistance from the plates. J-hooks and spotter arms support free-bar lifts on the same frame, keeping transitions short during training. Storage pegs and bar holders sit directly on the structure, keeping equipment contained within the station.
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If you’d rather skip plate loading on the cables, the MS35 switches to weight stacks.
5. Taurus MS35 Pro Multi Smith
The MS35 marks a clear change in the Taurus MS range by introducing selectorised resistance through twin 90 kg weight stacks. The Smith machine and half rack remain plate-loaded, while cable work moves away from plates entirely. This model sits between hybrid systems and full commercial-style machines, combining guided bar training, free-bar lifts, and stack-based cables on a single frame.
Key Features
- Integrated Smith machine with plate-loaded bar
- Dual adjustable pulley system with a 1:1 ratio
- Two 90 kg weight stacks
- Half rack with J-hooks and spotter bars
- Multi-grip pull-up station
- Adjustable calf and thigh pads
- High-quality pulleys and bearings
- Maximum cable travel of 135 cm
Training and Layout
The dual pulley system runs on a 1:1 ratio, delivering direct resistance from the weight stacks across press, pulls, and isolation work. Stack loading allows quick weight changes without handling plates, which changes the pace of cable-based sessions. The Smith machine supports straight-line barbell lifts with a fixed path, while the rack hardware supports free-bar work on the same frame. The layout keeps barbell, cable, and bodyweight training within one station.
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Short on space? The MS40 changes the conversation with a folding frame.
6. Taurus MS40 Pro Folding Multi Smith
The MS40 takes the Taurus MS range in a different direction by introducing a folding frame. When open, it runs as a full multi-station system with a Smith bar, dual adjustable cables, and weight stacks. When closed, the depth reduces to 60 cm. Resistance comes from twin 90 kg weight stacks linked to a 2:1 pulley system, covering cable work and Smith-based lifts without plate loading.
Key Features
- Folding frame with a reduced depth of 60 cm when closed
- Dual adjustable pulley system with a 2:1 ratio
- Two 90 kg weight stacks
- Selectorised resistance across the cable system
- Smith bar connected to the stack system
- Five cable attachments included
- Multi-grip pull-up bar with additional grip holds
Training and Layout
In use, the MS40 functions as a complete multi-station trainer, covering guided bar lifts, adjustable cable work, and bodyweight exercises on one structure. The 2:1 cable ratio works well for higher-rep work, controlled tempo training, and fast transitions between movements. When folded, the frame stays upright against the wall.
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Curious about a different way to load resistance altogether? The MS45 replaces plates and stacks with electronic control.
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7. Taurus MS45 Pro E-Multi Smith
The MS45 steps away from plates and weight stacks entirely. Resistance comes from an internal motor, controlled through a console that adjusts load digitally in 0.5 kg increments. Changes can happen during a rep, which shifts how sets are paced and programmed. Alongside the electronic Smith setup, the frame includes adjustable cables, pull-up and dip stations, and a landmine attachment, all running from the same motorised system.
Key Features
- Motor-powered electronic resistance up to 85 kg
- Weight changes in 0.5 kg steps via the console
- Adjustable resistance during a rep
- Options for different eccentric and concentric loads
- Cable ratios of 1:2 for single-side work and 1:1 for dual cables, rowing, and Smith movements
- Guided Smith bar, adjustable pulleys, pull-up bar, dip handles, and landmine attachment
- Console tracking reps, sets, calories, heart rate, speed, force, and range
- App connectivity through iConsole+
- Compact frame measuring 158 × 135 × 220 cm
Training and Layout
The electronic resistance system reacts instantly to input from the console, with load changes handled digitally in fine increments. Different resistance modes alter how the load behaves across the lift, which affects tempo work, drop sets, and controlled eccentrics. Cable and Smith movements share the same motorised source, with ratios changing depending on single-side or dual-cable use. Pull-up and dip stations sit on the same frame, keeping barbell, cable, and bodyweight work in one place.
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If you prefer a fully mechanical system with added mass and a fixed frame, the MS60 steps in.
8. Taurus MS60 Elite Trainer – Multi Function Gym Rack System
The MS60 shifts the Taurus MS range towards a more solid, gym-floor feel. It combines a Smith machine, half rack, dual adjustable pulleys, and additional stations such as a leg press and T-bar row within a single frame. Resistance comes from twin 100 kg weight stacks on the cable system, paired with plate-loaded barbell work on the Smith and rack.
Key Features
- Integrated Smith machine with guided bar path
- Dual adjustable cable system with two 100 kg weight stacks
- 2:1 cable ratio
- Half rack with safety stops
- Multi-grip pull-up frame
- Adjustable leg press module
- T-bar row and core training station
- Solid steel frame
- Included attachments such as loop handles, a lat bar, and a biceps–triceps bar
Training and Layout
The fixed frame and high overall weight give the MS60 a planted feel during barbell and cable work. The Smith machine and half rack cover straight-line lifts and free-bar training. The dual pulleys support press, rows, and isolation movements across the frame. The leg press and T-bar row extend lower-body and back training. Storage for bars and plates sits on the structure, keeping equipment contained within the station.
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For full commercial use with maximum load control and flexibility, the MS65 sits at the very top of the range.
9. Taurus MS65 Elite Multi-Trainer
The MS65 leads the Taurus MS range. It combines a Smith machine, power rack, dual adjustable pulleys, and additional stations inside a commercial-grade frame. This set-up sits comfortably under heavy loading, fine adjustments, and regular use in busy training environments. Barbell lifts run plate-loaded on the Smith and rack. The cable system uses selectorised stacks. Cable work runs at a 2:1 ratio, with the option to shift to 1:1 through bar attachments when you want heavier pulls and a more direct feel.
Key Features
- Smith bar with a maximum load capacity of 400 kg
- Dual adjustable pulleys with 180° swivel
- Twin 90 kg weight stacks
- Cable ratio of 2:1, with 1:1 available via bar attachments
- Commercial-grade uprights with micro-adjustment points
- Power rack with J-hooks and spotter arms
- Multi-grip pull-up bar with additional grip options
- Landmine press station and resistance band pegs
- Plate storage pegs integrated into the frame
- 11 cable attachments included
Training and Layout
The Smith machine covers heavy straight-line lifts with clear catch points. The rack hardware supports free-bar training on the same frame. Micro-adjustment uprights allow precise positioning of J-hooks and safeties, which matters once loads climb and set-up tolerance tightens. Swivel pulleys change the working angle across press, pulls, and rotational work. Bar attachments link both stacks at a 1:1 ratio, bringing more weight into play and giving you finer control over progression, including fractional plates where needed. Plate and attachment storage sits on the frame.
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Quick Comparison
A quick way to see what changes as you move through the MS range.
Choose Your Taurus MS
You can explore the full Taurus MS line-up online at Fitshop. In our UK stores, you can try the machines in person and talk things through with experienced staff before making a decision. If you’re planning a gym, studio, or larger training space, Fitshop offers dedicated commercial support. This includes complimentary site visits and needs analysis, professional 3D gym planning, UK-wide equipment delivery and installation, plus ongoing aftercare and technical support.
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