CAP Barbell OBIS-85 Olympic Barbell 7 ft
- Weight Capacity Maximum: 500 pounds
- Sleeve Length: 15.3 inches
- Grip Size: 1.2 inches
- Grip Type: Knurled
Last refreshed Jul 5, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A standard 35 lb, 7-foot Olympic bar with a 500 lb rating and bronze bushing sleeves, built for general strength training rather than competitive Olympic lifting.
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ASIN: B0BFZFJDSHModel: OBIS-85Category: Weightlifting Bars
Overview
A standard 7-foot, 35 lb Olympic barbell built from steel with a 500 lb load rating, designed for squats, bench press, deadlifts, and rows. It fits standard 2-inch Olympic plates and racks.
Volcano-style knurling plus a center knurl are meant to keep grip secure without being overly abrasive, particularly for squats where the bar rests across the back. Bronze bushing sleeves are used instead of needle bearings, aimed at smooth rotation during presses and cleans while keeping the bar simpler and more affordable.
- 7-foot, 35 lb Olympic barbell
- 500 lb weight rating, 100,000 PSI tensile steel
- Volcano knurling with center knurl
- Bronze bushing sleeves for smooth rotation
Who it's for
Fits home and garage gym lifters doing standard barbell training with 2-inch plates, from beginner to intermediate lifting goals per the listing. Not aimed at competitive lifters wanting bearing-sleeve bars built for fast Olympic lifting.
Pros and cons
- Fits standard 2-inch plates, racks, and benches
- Center knurl helps keep the bar secure across the back during squats
- Bronze bushing sleeves for smoother rotation than a fixed sleeve
- Bushing sleeves rather than needle bearings, less suited to fast Olympic lifts
Performance notes
Bronze bushing sleeves let the bar rotate during presses, rows, and cleans, meant to reduce strain on the wrists and forearms compared to a fixed sleeve. The steel is rated at 100,000 PSI tensile strength with a hard chrome finish, and the bar carries a 500 lb load rating for training use.
Specifications
| Brand | CAP Barbell |
|---|---|
| Model | OBIS-85 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight Capacity Maximum | 500 poundshigher than 58% of 58 weightlifting bars |
| Sleeve Length | 15.3 incheshigher than 72% of 40 weightlifting bars |
| Grip Size | 1.2 incheshigher than 77% of 45 weightlifting bars |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Finish Type | Chrome |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Knurled |
| Part Number | OBIS-85 |
Closest rivals on specs
Yaheetech YT-5001 Olympic Barbell 7 ft- Sleeve Length 15.3 vs 13.6 inches (+13%)
- Weight Capacity Maximum 500 vs 330 pounds (+52%)
PayLessHere Chrome Olympic Barbell 7 ft- Weight Capacity Maximum 500 vs 700 pounds (-29%)
Frequently asked questions
What plates fit the CAP Barbell OBIS-85?
It uses standard 2-inch Olympic sleeves, compatible with 2-inch Olympic plates, power racks, and squat racks.
What is the weight rating of this barbell?
The listing states a 500 lb capacity with 100,000 PSI tensile strength steel and a hard chrome finish.
Does this bar have bearing or bushing sleeves?
Bronze bushing sleeves, built for smooth rotation during presses, rows, and cleans rather than fast Olympic-style lifts.