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CAP Barbell FM-CS7000F Power Rack

85 in tall · 300 lb · 2×2 in 12/14-gauge steel

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Why we picked it

A first rack for a spare room or apartment: someone lifting well under 300 lb who wants a safe place to squat, bench and do pull-ups for the price of a pair of plates.

What to know before you buy

The listed 300 lb capacity and 30-day warranty make it a starter rack only; it needs plates on the storage pegs to stop wobble, and spotter/safety catches cost extra, so plan to outgrow it if you get strong.

Key specs

  • 2×2″ tubing in 12/14-gauge steel with double-gusseted uprights
  • 46″ W x 50″ D x 85″ H assembled; ~60 lb
  • 300 lb rated on the current Amazon listing (older FM-905Q spec: 500 lb catches, 750 lb pull-up bar)
  • Adjustable bar catches (J-cups), pull-up bar, barbell and plate storage, floor anchor points
  • Meets/exceeds ASTM standards; 3-step powder coat
  • 30-day manufacturer warranty; safety catches are an optional add-on

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