The Spirit SR-480 treadmill has most of the same features as the Spirit SR-475 treadmill. The major difference is the power of the machine. This treadmill has a 3.4 horsepower motor and can reach speeds of 12 miles per hour for the serious runners where the SR-475 can only reach speeds of 10 miles per hour.

Spirit SR-480 Treadmill Features

The Spirit SR-480 treadmill has a safe design and great safety features. The wide belt is textured and skid resistant so you can run safely at different speeds. It also has a quick release deceleration cord and a large, raised stop button for times when you would like to end an exercise session abruptly.

The SR-480 is quite a durable machine. In fact, Spirit acknowledges this with a lifetime warranty on all parts, including the motor, belt, rollers, electronics, deck, and frame. Spirit also offers a one year warranty on labor. It is very unlikely that you will need repairs because the SR-480 is a high-quality machine in design and function.

The Spirit SR-480 treadmill has a walking surface of 58" which is large for a treadmill. There are four user and four preset programs to choose from so your workout does not become boring. The SR-480 weighs 290 pounds, but it can hold up to 400 pounds. This machine is also desirable because it has a heart rate control for tracking workout progress.