REP AB-5200 Adjustable Bench
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I’ve used the original REP AB-5200 four-five days per week for years, and it became my main adjustable bench because it was extremely stable, heavy-duty, and easy to adjust. REP now sells the AB-5200 2.0, which keeps the 1,000 lb capacity while adding more adjustment options and an optional decline setup.
Specifications
| Current Model | AB-5200 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Weight Capacity | 1,000 lb |
| Frame | 11-gauge steel |
| Bench Weight | 115 lb |
| Dimensions | 57.6 in L x 25.8 in W x 17.5 in H |
| Back Pad Angles | 0, 20, 30, 37.5, 45, 52.5, 60, 67.5, 75, 85 degrees |
| Optional Decline | -8, -6, -4 degrees with adjustable post |
| Seat Angles | 0, 8, 20, 30 degrees |
| Back Pad Width | 12 in standard or 14 in wide |
| Pad Gap | 1.4 in |
Owners Feedback
Pros
- Very stable under heavy pressing
- 1,000 lb weight capacity
- Closed ladder adjustment is fast and secure
- Vertical storage saves floor space
- Standard and wide pad options
- Current 2.0 can be configured for decline
Cons
- Heavy compared with budget benches
- Premium price
- My long-term hands-on testing is on the original AB-5200, not the current 2.0
- A 1.4 inch pad gap may still be noticeable to some lifters
