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Overview and review of the T3 Tall rack and incline bench combo [Article, Video]

Posted by Pascal Landshoeft

Sep 25, 2019 9:00:00 AM

T - 3 Tall power rack and Incline bench combo

The T3 power rack and incline combo will put you back about $500. TITAN is well known for their very good prices compared to their competition and will get you started on your home gym. This review was originally posted in “which Titan rack to buy for over $500

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Overview of the T3 power rack

 
The T3 power rack is the middle-sized version of the TITAN rack with 2x3 beams. The other version from TITAN come either with 2x2 or 3x3 beams. The T3 comes in many different depth and height variations to fit your needs best. You can also extend the rack for additional plate storage or to have a full rack / half-rack combination. This is the combo with a bench and there is also a version with a pulley available. The specifics of the different T3 configurations are as followed:
 
Short 24" Deep Power Rack
  • Weight: 230 LB 
  • Height: 82 1/4" 
  • Height of pull up bar: 77" 
  • Outside width: 53 1/4"
  • Inside width: 42 1/8"
  • Outside depth: 32 3/4
  • Inside depth: 24"
  • Floor space: 12.11 square feet
  • Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
  • Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
Tall 24" Deep Power Rack 
  • Weight: 281 LB
  • Height: 91 1/8"
  • Height of Pull Up Bar: 89"
  • Inside Width: 42 1/8"
  • Outside Width: 53 1/4"
  • Inside Depth: 24"
  • Outside Depth: 32 3/4"
  • Floor Space: 12.11 square feet
  • Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
  • Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
  • Material: Steel
Short 36" Deep Power Rack
  • Weight: 254 LB
  • Height: 82 1/4"
  • Height of pull up bar: 77"
  • Outside width: 53 1/4"
  • Inside width: 42 1/8"
  • Outside depth: 44 3/4
  • Inside depth: 36"
  • Floor space: 12.11 square feet
  • Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
  • Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
 
Tall 36" Deep Power Rack
  • Weight: 281 LB
  • Height: 91 1/8"
  • Height of Pull Up Bar: 89"
  • Inside Width: 42 1/8"
  • Outside Width: 53 1/4"
  • Inside Depth: 36"
  • Outside Depth: 44 3/4"
  • Floor Space: 16.7 square feet
  • Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
  • Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
  • Material: Steel
 

Pros of the T3 bench combo 

 
As with everything from TITAN you get a lot of steel for a very good price. With some other vendors, you pay the same amount of money just for the bench. So if you want to save some money, this is the way to go. 
 

Cons of the T3 bench combo 

 
You get what you pay for. There are several reports of TITAN equipment with poor welds, blemishes or inconsistent finish on coatings. In the end, you are buying gym equipment so it is not rocket science. Most of these shortcomings are cosmetic rather than functional. Still, if you want to represent or get the best quality in the market, TITAN might not be your first stop.
 

Alternatives to the T3 bench combo 

 
The TITAN rack is the top of the crop rack from TITAN. It has 3x3 uprights and 1” bolts. This is the heaviest and sturdiest rack you can get from TITAN. Compared to market prices it is also very affordable.
 
The X3 is basically the same model as the Titan rack with two differences. It doesn’t have numbered holes on the uprights and the keyhole design. This means that you can use fewer attachments with it which you have not necessarily bought from Rogue. 
 
The T2 model comes in various shapes and heights and can be configured differently for your home gym to make it fit your space. The main difference to the other Titan racks is that the uprights are 2x2 instead of 2x3 or 3x3. 
 

Summary for the T3 bench combo

 
If you need a bench and rack on a budget and you are under 90kg or shorter than 6 feet, this is your pick. 
 

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