METIS 20kg Olympic Barbells [3x Styles]

Precision-Engineered Olympic Barbells for Heavy Strength Work & Olympic Lifting

The METIS 20kg Olympic Barbells range is engineered for athletes and facilities that demand reliable performance under load, session after session. Featuring three specialist bar designs - Zelus, Hercules and Kratos - this range allows lifters to select the ideal barbell based on training intensity, lifting style and strength progression. Each bar conforms to the 20kg Olympic standard and full 7ft length, ensuring a familiar, competition-style feel across all major lifts while delivering distinct performance characteristics through differing steel compositions, knurl profiles and load ratings. From high-repetition gym training and technical Olympic lifts to heavy compound movements such as deadlifts, squats, presses, snatches and clean & jerks, these barbells are designed to provide controlled rotation, consistent grip and long-term durability. With smooth-rotating sleeves to support efficient bar path, balanced shaft stiffness for stable lifts, and high maximum load capacities ranging from 250kg through to 910kg, the METIS Olympic Barbell range is ideally suited to commercial gyms, performance centres, strength & conditioning facilities and serious home gym setups. Whether you are equipping a high-traffic gym floor, programming progressive overload for athletes, or building a premium lifting environment, these barbells deliver the confidence, control and structural strength required for modern strength training.

• High load capacity & durable construction for repeated heavy use
• Three specialist bar styles to suit different training demands & lifting intensities
• Suitable for commercial gyms, performance facilities & serious home gyms
• Smooth rotating sleeves support efficient Olympic lifts & reduced wrist strain
• Built to the 20kg Olympic standard with a full 7ft bar length for authentic gym lifting

DIMENSIONS:

• Total Bar Length: 2.2m | 7.2ft
• Weight: 20kg | 44lbs
• Sleeve Diameter: 50mm | 2in
• Grip Diameter: 28mm | 1.1in
• Grip Length (Each Side): 415mm | 16.3in
• Centre Shaft Length: 1.3m | 4.3ft

Zelus Olympic Bar:

• Maximum Load Capacity: 250kg | 551lbs
• Distance Between Knurl Rings: 800mm, 920mm | 31.5in, 36.2in

Hercules Olympic Bar:

• Maximum Load Capacity: 680kg | 1499lbs
• Distance Between Knurl Rings: 800mm, 920mm | 31.5in, 36.2in

Kratos Olympic Bar:

• Maximum Load Capacity: 910kg | 2006lbs
• Distance Between Knurl Rings: 800mm | 31.5in

MATERIALS:

• Zelus: #45 steel shaft, 1.2mm Hill knurling, 4 stainless steel needle bearings
• Hercules: 40CrMo alloy steel shaft, 1.2mm Volcano knurling, 8 stainless steel needle bearings + 2 brass bushings
• Kratos: Chromium–molybdenum alloy steel shaft, 1.5mm Volcano knurling, 10 stainless steel needle bearings + 2 brass bushings

MISCELLANEOUS:

• Compatible with Olympic 50mm (2in) weight plates
• The Kratos bar is built in line with IPF bar specifications
• Designed for strength training, gym workouts & power-based lifting exercises
• Suitable for use in commercial gyms, performance facilities & home gym environments
• PLEASE NOTE: We recommend always using appropriate collars & lifting within the stated load capacity
• PLEASE NOTE: Olympic weight plates & locking collars are not included
• PLEASE NOTE: These barbells are not competition certified