Bulldog Gear Home Gym 20kg 7ft Men's Bushing Olympic Barbell

The Bulldog Gear Home Gym 20kg 7ft Men's Olympic Barbell proves that a home gym bar doesn't have to be an entry-level bar. Designed as part of our Home Gym Series, it combines premium materials, precision manufacturing and exceptional durability to deliver professional performance at an outstanding price.

Manufactured from 240,000 PSI high tensile alloy steel, this versatile Olympic barbell is engineered to withstand years of heavy training while providing the balanced feel expected from a quality multi-purpose bar. Whether you're squatting, bench pressing, deadlifting, overhead pressing or performing Olympic lifts, the Home Gym Barbell is built to perform.

Finished with a durable hard chrome coating on both the shaft and sleeves, the bar offers excellent corrosion resistance, a premium feel and low maintenance. Precision-machined self-lubricating bushings provide smooth, consistent sleeve rotation, making it equally suited to strength training, functional fitness and Olympic lifting.

With a tested 680kg maximum load capacity, the Bulldog Gear Home Gym Barbell is designed to grow with your training, from your first session through to years of personal bests.

Built for Serious Home Gyms

The Bulldog Gear Home Gym Series has been developed for athletes who want commercial-quality equipment without sacrificing valuable training space.

Every product in the range is designed with the same philosophy: premium engineering, practical functionality and exceptional value. The Home Gym Barbell is no exception, offering specifications typically found on bars costing considerably more.

Whether you're building your first home gym or upgrading your existing equipment, this is a barbell designed to deliver dependable performance for years to come.

Premium 240,000 PSI Steel

At the heart of the Home Gym Barbell is a 240,000 PSI high tensile alloy steel shaft.

High tensile strength steel provides outstanding resistance to permanent bending while maintaining the controlled whip expected from a quality Olympic barbell. The result is a bar that feels responsive under load while remaining exceptionally durable through years of regular training.

Every production batch is subject to rigorous quality control, including micro hardness testing and material verification, ensuring every Bulldog Gear barbell meets our exacting manufacturing standards.

Hard Chrome Finish

The shaft and sleeves are finished in durable hard chrome, offering superior corrosion resistance and long-term durability compared to many entry-level coatings.

Benefits include:

• Excellent corrosion resistance
• Premium appearance
• Low maintenance
• Durable surface finish
• Consistent grip characteristics

The hard chrome sleeves also allow Olympic weight plates to load and unload smoothly while resisting wear over years of regular use.

Smooth Bushing Rotation

The Home Gym Barbell features precision self-lubricating bushings that deliver smooth, reliable sleeve rotation across every lift.

Bushings are renowned for their durability and minimal maintenance requirements, making them the ideal choice for versatile training environments where reliability is paramount.

Whether performing Olympic lifts or traditional strength exercises, the sleeves rotate smoothly and consistently under load.

Built for Every Lift

Designed as a true multi-purpose Olympic barbell, the Home Gym Bar is ideal for:

• Olympic Weightlifting
• Powerlifting
• Functional Fitness
• Cross Training
• Strength & Conditioning
• General Strength Training

The 28mm shaft provides the ideal balance of stiffness and controlled whip, while the medium knurling offers a secure grip without being overly aggressive. The absence of a centre knurl improves comfort during cleans and front squats while remaining perfectly suited to heavy squats, presses and deadlifts.

Why Choose the Bulldog Gear Home Gym Barbell?

• 240,000 PSI high tensile alloy steel
• Hard chrome shaft and sleeves
• Precision self-lubricating bushings
• Tested 680kg maximum load capacity
• Olympic 28mm shaft diameter
• Medium multi-purpose knurling
• No centre knurl
• Suitable for Olympic lifting, powerlifting and functional fitness
• Designed as part of the Bulldog Gear Home Gym Series
• Outstanding performance and exceptional value

Product Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What weight plates fit this barbell?

The Bulldog Gear Home Gym Barbell is compatible with all standard Olympic weight plates featuring a 50mm (2") centre hole.

Is this bar suitable for Olympic weightlifting?

Yes. The 28mm shaft, controlled whip and smooth sleeve rotation make it an excellent choice for Olympic lifts, while remaining equally capable for traditional strength training.

Is this bar suitable for powerlifting?

Absolutely. The Home Gym Barbell performs exceptionally well for squats, bench press, deadlifts and overhead press, making it a superb all-round strength training bar.

Why does this bar use bushings instead of bearings?

Self-lubricating bushings provide smooth sleeve rotation with exceptional durability and very little maintenance, making them ideal for home gyms and multi-purpose training.

Does the bar have a centre knurl?

No. The Home Gym Barbell features no centre knurl, improving comfort during cleans and front rack movements while maintaining excellent grip through the outer knurling.

How much weight can the bar hold?

The Bulldog Gear Home Gym Olympic Barbell has a tested maximum load capacity of 680kg, making it suitable for beginners, intermediate lifters and experienced strength athletes.

Product Overview Video: 

This Barbell has a max weight capacity of 680kg.

We aim to dispatch all orders within 3 - 5 workings days.

Type of Delivery Service
Your order will ship via Parcel, 2 Man Delivery Service or Pallet depending on the size of your order and tracking will be provided once your order is ready for dispatch.

Pallet Delivery
If your order is shipped via pallet, this will be a curbside delivery. It is your responsibility to unload the delivery on arrival and dispose of the pallet itself. You will be contacted by our warehouse team to book in your pallet delivery. Should you need to select an alternative day or have access restrictions, please let us know as soon as possible. Failure to do so, 48 hours from delivery can result in additional charges being applied.

Highlands and Islands
We are currently only shipping to the UK Mainland. If you are located in the Highlands and Islands additional charges may apply.