Steel Olympic Plates 2.5 lb Pair

Overview

Steel's UB-SP-2.5X2 is a pair of black alloy steel weight plates, listed at 2.5 pounds, sized to add a small increment to a standard barbell or dumbbell handle.

Sold as two plates rather than four, this set suits lifters who just need to nudge a working weight up in small steps, such as topping off a dumbbell handle or adding light resistance to a home barbell. The listing does not specify bore diameter, so buyers should check plate hole size against their own bar before ordering.

• 2.5 pounds listed weight
• Alloy steel construction
• Black finish
• Sold as a pair (2 pieces)

Who it's for

Home lifters who want a small, specific weight increment rather than a full plate set. Less useful for anyone needing to load a bar in bulk.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

Alloy steel gives these plates a compact, dense form factor at their listed 2.5-pound weight. The black finish is cosmetic, and the listing does not detail a rubber or coated surface.

Specifications

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