This Ironman Treadmill Review has information on the M Series and T Series Ironman treadmills including key specs and warranty info. Keep reading for more on Ironman treadmill pricing and features such as cushioned decks and  incline range capability.

Based in Garland, Texas, Keys Fitness Products produces Ironman brand treadmills as well as Alliance, Discovery, Encore, and Healthtrainer brand treadmills. Though known primarily for their treadmills, Keys Fitness Products also makes ellipticals, steppers, exercise bikes, and other exercise equipment. The products are sold through more than 3,000 retailers in the United States and more than 30 other countries internationally.

Ironman treadmills come in two series, the M Series and the newer Ironman T Series. These treadmills are "engineered for endurance" in keeping with the Ironman name. The treadmills feature high quality parts and features, such as large rollers and decks, incline range of 0-12% and folding capability. Keys Fitness backs-up the quality of their Ironman products with a lifetime frame warranty, 10 year motor warranty, two year parts warranty, and a one year labor warranty.

A good example of the quality of Ironman treadmills is the Envy/IM T-9. The Envy is a fold-up treadmill comes with a super quiet 3.0 horse power motor that powers the machine up to 12 mph. The deck of the Envy is cushioned and provides a safe, stable running surface. From the console you can adjust speed and incline at the touch of a button. One unique feature of the Envy is that it also has a remote from which you can change speed, incline, and operate the other functions of the console.

Key Specs of the Envy/IM T-9:

• 2-Ply Belt: The heavy-duty treadmill belt dissipates heat better while providing long, worry-free, belt life
• One-Touch Speed and Incline Buttons: Allows quick access to pre-set speed and incline levels
• Secure Foot Platforms: The textured foot platforms on each side of the belt provide a secure and safe area to safely utilize while getting on and off the treadmill
• Accessory Holders: Positioned on each side of the console are accessory/cup holders for your MP3 player, water bottle, remote control, phone and more
• PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Motor Controller: Provides a quieter, smoother and more efficient drive system
• High Performance Components: Performance designed rollers and machined pulleys have better durability with less vibration
• Tethered Safety Magnet Clip: Simply attach this clip to your waistband and start your workout - stops the unit in case of fall and provides a safeguard against unsupervised child use
• Built-In Reading Rack: Keeps reading material at the perfect viewing angle
• Fold-Up Design: Dual two-stage shocks easily lower the deck slowly from the fold-up position for added safety
• Speed Range: 0.6 -12 mph
• Incline Range: 0 -12%
• Commercial Quality: Heavy gauge steel frame is covered by a LIFETIME warranty
  

Warranty:

• Lifetime frame and motor
• 2 year parts
• 1 year labor
• Weight limit:  350 lbs  (159 kg)
• Assembled dimensions - LWH: 78 x 34 x 61 in  (198 x 86.5 x 155 cm)
• Unit weight:  212 lbs  (96 kg)
• Carton dimensions - LWH: 83 x 36 x 14  (210 x 91 x 36 cm)
• Carton weight:  232 lbs  (105 kg)
  
  

Ironman prices it's treadmills from the mid-$800s to around $2000. The Ironman Triad, a recent model produced exclusively for discount retailer Costco, combines features of both M Series and T Series machines, employing the modern design of the T Series with more features of the M Series. Both series and the Triad are suited for general home fitness and can stand up to heavy use.

In sum, Keys Fitness produces the high quality Ironman treadmill series, which is moderately priced. Ironman treadmills come with many premium features, such as cushioned decks and incline capability. Ironman brand treadmills are a fine moderately priced choice.

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