McCarty Fitness Supply Fortek Strength 300 Pound Olympic Weight Plate Set with 700 Pound Weight Capacity Barbell for Beginners to Advanced Lifters
The McCarty Fitness Supply Fortek Strength 300 Pound Olympic Weight Plate Set with 700 Pound Weight Capacity Barbell is the perfect entry-level weightlifting set for beginners as well as experienced lifters. The plates range in size from 2.5-45 pounds and include eight locking collars that ensure plates are secure when lifting. The barbell is constructed with solid steel and is chrome plated for a sleek, sturdy design that holds up to 700 lbs of weight. The barbell is threaded to an Olympic diameter, allowing it to fit all included collars and plates as well as the larger plates from other sets. The plates feature convenient two-tone lettering with the weight of each plate clearly labeled for easy referencing during your workout. The plates are made from solid cast iron with a semi-gloss finish to protect your floor from damage. The Fortek Strength Weight Plate Set is an ideal tool for increasing strength and building muscle.
$574.97
Pros & Cons
Pros:
• Heavy duty 700lbs weight capacity barbell
• lbs of Olympic weight plates in a quality rust resistant cast iron finish
• Easy to assemble
• Sturdy and durable Construction that will last many years
• Great for beginners to advanced lifters
Cons:
• Can be expensive for some budgets
• Not all the weight plates are in the set, additional purchases may necessary
• May be too heavy for a Novice lifter
Who Should Buy
Who Should Buy:
- People who are just beginning their fitness journey
- Experienced lifters looking for an upgrade
- People needing an affordable weight set
Who Should Not Buy:
- People needing a more extensive weight set
- People looking for top of the line weight sets
- People not planning on regularly taking part in lifting activities
Features/Specs
• 700 Pound Weight Capacity Barbell
• 300 Pound Olympic Weight Plate Set
• Commercial Grade Completed 7ft Barbell
• Adapters to Change Weight Disks
• Includes 2-Inch Quick Lock Collars
• 4 x 25LB plates, 4 x 10LB plates, 2 x 5LB plates, 2 x 2.5LB plates
• 2 x 15LB Plates
Comparison
| Product | FORTEK McCarty Fitness Supply Fortek Strength 300 Pound Olympic Weight Plate Set with 700 Pound Weight Capacity Barbell for Beginners to Advanced Lifters | Similar Product 1 | Merax Gym Exercise Fitness Weight Plate Set with Barbell | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPRI Vinyl Coated Cast Iron Kettlebell Weights | ||||
| --- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Weight Capacity | 700lbs | 700lbs | N/A | N/A |
| weight plates | 300lbs | 300lbs | N/A | N/A |
| Material | Cast Iron, Hard Chrome | Cast Iron, Steel | Plastic, Vinyl | cast Iron |
| Diameter | 2” | 2” | N/A | N/A |
| Color | Black with gray | Gray | White | Black |
