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There have not been many athletes in any sport as dominant as Jimmy Kolb is in the Equipped Bench Press event. In addition, he has once again improved upon his own World Record, thus discouraging anyone who is hoping to catch up with him. His new historic feat of strength was made at the 2023 IPA Tri-Star Bash, which took place on July 29th, in Elizabethton, TN. Jimmy only had one goal going into the competition, and that was to land a 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) equipped bench press. Jimmy, fully aware of his capabilities, carefully selected the perfect target and accomplished the remarkable feat of setting the Heaviest Lift in Powerlifting History.
Jimmy Kolb decided to go all out from his first attempt, and decided to immediately try to bench press 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds). However, he was not successful in his first, or second, attempts. With everything on the line, Jimmy stayed calm and collected, ultimately finding success on his final attempt.
The previous All-Time Equipped Bench Press World Record was also held by Jimmy Kolb. It stood at 612.5 kilograms (1,350.3 pounds), which Jimmy achieved at the 2023 IPA Hillbilly Havoc. This World Record was also the Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting. So, with his new bench press of 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds), Jimmy further advanced both aforementioned achievements.
Watch the lift from two angles here:
Angle One
Angle Two
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Smashed A 405 lbs Raw Bench Press With Insane 20 Reps
Some people are not fans of the Equipped Bench Press event because of the custom “shirts” that the athletes wear. However, other events in powerlifting, such as squats and deadlifts, also have equipped divisions where athletes use special-made suits to help them lift significantly more weight. Still, the World Records in those events are nowhere near close to Jimmy Kolb’s 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press.
*Note: These achievements are only regarding the sport of powerlifting. This is because other sports, such as Strongman, have different rules and regulations.
Even other powerlifters who are Equipped Bench Press specialists are not able to rival Jimmy Kolb, proving just how incredible he is. In fact, Jimmy Kolb is the first and only man to reach the 1,200-lb / 1,300-lb/ and now 1,400-lb milestones in the Equipped Bench Press.
For reference, the next heaviest equipped bench press after Jimmy Kolb belongs to Will Barotti, who locked out 521.6 kilograms (1,150 pounds). So, Jimmy is in the lead by exactly 113.9 kilograms (251 pounds).
Jimmy Kolb has been competing in powerlifting since 2009, and the equipped bench press has always been his main focus. He has taken part in over 51 sanctioned competitions so far and won 42 of them.
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition PRs
Squat (Equipped): 410 kilograms (903.9 pounds)
Bench Press (Equipped): 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds) — Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting History & ATWR
Deadlift (Equipped): 317.5 kilograms (700 pounds)
Total (Equipped): 1,093.1 kilograms (2,410 pounds)
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Hits 865 lbs Floor Press For 3 Reps
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Unlimited
165
1350.3
165
1510
373.23
Single-ply
1120
1179.5
329.93
Multi-ply
903.9
1035
903.9
2410
672.86
Wraps
644.9
451.9
644.9
1664.5
457.11
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
IPA
2023-02-04
Hillbilly Havoc
Pro Open
1350.3
330.39
Location
USA-WV
Competition
Hillbilly Havoc
Division
Pro Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
326.9
Bench
-1251.1
-1328.3
1350.3
1350.3
1
IPA
2022-07-16
814 Strength Spectacular
Amateur Open
1510
373.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
814 Strength Spectacular
Division
Amateur Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Squat
165
165
Bench
1200
-1300
1200
Deadlift
145
145
1
IPA
2022-05-14
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Amateur Open
1273.2
312.54
Location
USA-TX
Competition
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Division
Amateur Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
323
Bench
1214.7
-1273.2
1273.2
1273.2
1
WPC
2022-03-26
WPO Bench Bash
M_OEM_WPC
1140.9
Location
USA-FL
Competition
WPO Bench Bash
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Bench
1140.9
-1185
-1185
1140.9
1
IPA
2022-02-26
State Championships
Pro Open
1320
326.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
State Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315.1
Bench
1320
1
RPS
2021-07-24
Pennsylvania States
Pro Open
1060
262.32
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Pennsylvania States
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
313.6
Bench
1060
GLP
134.68
1
IPA
2021-06-26
Strength Spectacular
Pro Open
1120
281.31
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Strength Spectacular
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
297.6
Bench
1120
GLP
144.16
1
IPA
2021-03-20
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Pro Open
1080.3
267.01
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Division
Pro Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Bench
1080.3
GLP
137.11
1
RPS
2021-01-31
NJ and North American Championships
Elite Open
1050
265.69
Location
USA-NJ
Competition
NJ and North American Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
290.2
Bench
1050
GLP
136.09
1
IPA
2020-02-29
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Pro Open
1035
266.77
Location
USA-PA
Competition
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
273.3
Bench
1035
DQ
RPS
2019-12-07
Christmas Carnage 15
Elite Open
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Christmas Carnage 15
Division
Elite Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
272.6
DQ
USPA
2019-06-08
Virginia is for Lifters
Open
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Virginia is for Lifters
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
240.7
DQ
USPA
2019-04-13
The Battle XXII
Open
Location
USA-OH
Competition
The Battle XXII
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
239.2
1
IPL
2018-07-28
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Open
1664.5
457.11
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
229.3
Squat
644.9
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
567.7
DQ
XPC
2015-03-06
Finals
HW
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Finals
Division
HW
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
236
Bench
-800
-1000
-1000
DQ
WPC
2014-07-19
CanAm Bench Press Championship
M_OEM_WPC
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championship
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-832.2
-964.5
-964.5
1
XPC
2014-03-01
Arnold Multiply Finals
HW
950
258.33
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold Multiply Finals
Division
HW
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Weight
235
Bench
950
1
RPS
2013-10-06
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
800
216.46
Location
USA-OH
Competition
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
800
1
RPS
2013-06-15
Lexen Summer Slam
Amateur Open
850
230.56
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Summer Slam
Division
Amateur Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.5
Bench
850
GLP
118.56
1
RPS
2013-03-03
International Open
Pro Open
2375.5
646.6
Location
USA-OH
Competition
International Open
Division
Pro Open
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
234.4
Squat
903.9
Bench
832.2
Deadlift
639.3
DQ
WABDL
2012-11-13
World Championships
Elite Open
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_JEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_OEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
APF
2012-04-22
Single-ply Ohio Championships
M_OES_APF
600
161.19
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Single-ply Ohio Championships
Division
M_OES_APF
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
600
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Juniors 20-25
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Open
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
APF
2011-11-13
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_AAPF
640
171.94
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_AAPF
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
640
1
UPA
2011-09-24
Great Lakes Meet
MJ
840
225.84
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Great Lakes Meet
Division
MJ
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242
Bench
840
-900
-900
840
GLP
116.01
DQ
USPA
2011-08-20
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.6
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
810
226.15
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
810
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_OEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_JEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
640
178.68
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
640
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Open
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-06-12
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Amateur Open
700
195.43
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Division
Amateur Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
700
GLP
100.95
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
644.9
180.04
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
644.9
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Open
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Open
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
USAPL
2009-09-12
Bench Nationals
M-T3
636
178.63
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Bench Nationals
Division
M-T3
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
217.5
Bench
584.2
622.8
636
636
GLP
92.37
1
NASA
2009-06-20
USA Nationals
teen
1179.5
329.93
Location
USA-OH
Competition
USA Nationals
Division
teen
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
219.5
Bench
600.8
Deadlift
578.7
1
NASA
2009-04-04
High School Nationals
jr-sr
1570.8
439.92
Location
USA-OK
Competition
High School Nationals
Division
jr-sr
Age
18
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
218.9
Squat
562.2
Bench
407.9
Deadlift
600.8
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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To make Jimmy Kolb’s new 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press even more impressive, he has managed to achieve it without using any PEDs. This is evident from an official sheet from the competition displayed on Kolb’s Instagram story, which shows that he was drug-tested. So, he has once again secured his place in the history of powerlifting, but it is very likely that he will be setting his sights on an even heavier bench press very soon.
Published: 30 July, 2023 | 2:14 PM EDT
There have not been many athletes in any sport as dominant as Jimmy Kolb is in the Equipped Bench Press event. In addition, he has once again improved upon his own World Record, thus discouraging anyone who is hoping to catch up with him. His new historic feat of strength was made at the 2023 IPA Tri-Star Bash, which took place on July 29th, in Elizabethton, TN. Jimmy only had one goal going into the competition, and that was to land a 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) equipped bench press. Jimmy, fully aware of his capabilities, carefully selected the perfect target and accomplished the remarkable feat of setting the Heaviest Lift in Powerlifting History.
Jimmy Kolb decided to go all out from his first attempt, and decided to immediately try to bench press 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds). However, he was not successful in his first, or second, attempts. With everything on the line, Jimmy stayed calm and collected, ultimately finding success on his final attempt.
The previous All-Time Equipped Bench Press World Record was also held by Jimmy Kolb. It stood at 612.5 kilograms (1,350.3 pounds), which Jimmy achieved at the 2023 IPA Hillbilly Havoc. This World Record was also the Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting. So, with his new bench press of 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds), Jimmy further advanced both aforementioned achievements.
Watch the lift from two angles here:
Angle One
Angle Two
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Smashed A 405 lbs Raw Bench Press With Insane 20 Reps
Some people are not fans of the Equipped Bench Press event because of the custom “shirts” that the athletes wear. However, other events in powerlifting, such as squats and deadlifts, also have equipped divisions where athletes use special-made suits to help them lift significantly more weight. Still, the World Records in those events are nowhere near close to Jimmy Kolb’s 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press.
*Note: These achievements are only regarding the sport of powerlifting. This is because other sports, such as Strongman, have different rules and regulations.
Even other powerlifters who are Equipped Bench Press specialists are not able to rival Jimmy Kolb, proving just how incredible he is. In fact, Jimmy Kolb is the first and only man to reach the 1,200-lb / 1,300-lb/ and now 1,400-lb milestones in the Equipped Bench Press.
For reference, the next heaviest equipped bench press after Jimmy Kolb belongs to Will Barotti, who locked out 521.6 kilograms (1,150 pounds). So, Jimmy is in the lead by exactly 113.9 kilograms (251 pounds).
Jimmy Kolb has been competing in powerlifting since 2009, and the equipped bench press has always been his main focus. He has taken part in over 51 sanctioned competitions so far and won 42 of them.
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition PRs
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Hits 865 lbs Floor Press For 3 Reps
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Unlimited
165
1350.3
165
1510
373.23
Single-ply
1120
1179.5
329.93
Multi-ply
903.9
1035
903.9
2410
672.86
Wraps
644.9
451.9
644.9
1664.5
457.11
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
IPA
2023-02-04
Hillbilly Havoc
Pro Open
1350.3
330.39
Location
USA-WV
Competition
Hillbilly Havoc
Division
Pro Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
326.9
Bench
-1251.1
-1328.3
1350.3
1350.3
1
IPA
2022-07-16
814 Strength Spectacular
Amateur Open
1510
373.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
814 Strength Spectacular
Division
Amateur Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Squat
165
165
Bench
1200
-1300
1200
Deadlift
145
145
1
IPA
2022-05-14
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Amateur Open
1273.2
312.54
Location
USA-TX
Competition
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Division
Amateur Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
323
Bench
1214.7
-1273.2
1273.2
1273.2
1
WPC
2022-03-26
WPO Bench Bash
M_OEM_WPC
1140.9
Location
USA-FL
Competition
WPO Bench Bash
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Bench
1140.9
-1185
-1185
1140.9
1
IPA
2022-02-26
State Championships
Pro Open
1320
326.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
State Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315.1
Bench
1320
1
RPS
2021-07-24
Pennsylvania States
Pro Open
1060
262.32
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Pennsylvania States
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
313.6
Bench
1060
GLP
134.68
1
IPA
2021-06-26
Strength Spectacular
Pro Open
1120
281.31
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Strength Spectacular
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
297.6
Bench
1120
GLP
144.16
1
IPA
2021-03-20
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Pro Open
1080.3
267.01
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Division
Pro Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Bench
1080.3
GLP
137.11
1
RPS
2021-01-31
NJ and North American Championships
Elite Open
1050
265.69
Location
USA-NJ
Competition
NJ and North American Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
290.2
Bench
1050
GLP
136.09
1
IPA
2020-02-29
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Pro Open
1035
266.77
Location
USA-PA
Competition
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
273.3
Bench
1035
DQ
RPS
2019-12-07
Christmas Carnage 15
Elite Open
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Christmas Carnage 15
Division
Elite Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
272.6
DQ
USPA
2019-06-08
Virginia is for Lifters
Open
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Virginia is for Lifters
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
240.7
DQ
USPA
2019-04-13
The Battle XXII
Open
Location
USA-OH
Competition
The Battle XXII
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
239.2
1
IPL
2018-07-28
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Open
1664.5
457.11
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
229.3
Squat
644.9
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
567.7
DQ
XPC
2015-03-06
Finals
HW
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Finals
Division
HW
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
236
Bench
-800
-1000
-1000
DQ
WPC
2014-07-19
CanAm Bench Press Championship
M_OEM_WPC
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championship
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-832.2
-964.5
-964.5
1
XPC
2014-03-01
Arnold Multiply Finals
HW
950
258.33
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold Multiply Finals
Division
HW
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Weight
235
Bench
950
1
RPS
2013-10-06
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
800
216.46
Location
USA-OH
Competition
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
800
1
RPS
2013-06-15
Lexen Summer Slam
Amateur Open
850
230.56
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Summer Slam
Division
Amateur Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.5
Bench
850
GLP
118.56
1
RPS
2013-03-03
International Open
Pro Open
2375.5
646.6
Location
USA-OH
Competition
International Open
Division
Pro Open
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
234.4
Squat
903.9
Bench
832.2
Deadlift
639.3
DQ
WABDL
2012-11-13
World Championships
Elite Open
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_JEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_OEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
APF
2012-04-22
Single-ply Ohio Championships
M_OES_APF
600
161.19
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Single-ply Ohio Championships
Division
M_OES_APF
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
600
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Juniors 20-25
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Open
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
APF
2011-11-13
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_AAPF
640
171.94
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_AAPF
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
640
1
UPA
2011-09-24
Great Lakes Meet
MJ
840
225.84
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Great Lakes Meet
Division
MJ
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242
Bench
840
-900
-900
840
GLP
116.01
DQ
USPA
2011-08-20
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.6
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
810
226.15
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
810
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_OEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_JEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
640
178.68
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
640
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Open
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-06-12
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Amateur Open
700
195.43
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Division
Amateur Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
700
GLP
100.95
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
644.9
180.04
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
644.9
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Open
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Open
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
USAPL
2009-09-12
Bench Nationals
M-T3
636
178.63
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Bench Nationals
Division
M-T3
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
217.5
Bench
584.2
622.8
636
636
GLP
92.37
1
NASA
2009-06-20
USA Nationals
teen
1179.5
329.93
Location
USA-OH
Competition
USA Nationals
Division
teen
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
219.5
Bench
600.8
Deadlift
578.7
1
NASA
2009-04-04
High School Nationals
jr-sr
1570.8
439.92
Location
USA-OK
Competition
High School Nationals
Division
jr-sr
Age
18
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
218.9
Squat
562.2
Bench
407.9
Deadlift
600.8
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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To make Jimmy Kolb’s new 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press even more impressive, he has managed to achieve it without using any PEDs. This is evident from an official sheet from the competition displayed on Kolb’s Instagram story, which shows that he was drug-tested. So, he has once again secured his place in the history of powerlifting, but it is very likely that he will be setting his sights on an even heavier bench press very soon.
Published: 30 July, 2023 | 2:14 PM EDT
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Jimmy Kolb decided to go all out from his first attempt, and decided to immediately try to bench press 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds). However, he was not successful in his first, or second, attempts. With everything on the line, Jimmy stayed calm and collected, ultimately finding success on his final attempt.
The previous All-Time Equipped Bench Press World Record was also held by Jimmy Kolb. It stood at 612.5 kilograms (1,350.3 pounds), which Jimmy achieved at the 2023 IPA Hillbilly Havoc. This World Record was also the Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting. So, with his new bench press of 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds), Jimmy further advanced both aforementioned achievements.
Watch the lift from two angles here:
Angle One
Angle Two
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Smashed A 405 lbs Raw Bench Press With Insane 20 Reps
Some people are not fans of the Equipped Bench Press event because of the custom “shirts” that the athletes wear. However, other events in powerlifting, such as squats and deadlifts, also have equipped divisions where athletes use special-made suits to help them lift significantly more weight. Still, the World Records in those events are nowhere near close to Jimmy Kolb’s 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press.
*Note: These achievements are only regarding the sport of powerlifting. This is because other sports, such as Strongman, have different rules and regulations.
Even other powerlifters who are Equipped Bench Press specialists are not able to rival Jimmy Kolb, proving just how incredible he is. In fact, Jimmy Kolb is the first and only man to reach the 1,200-lb / 1,300-lb/ and now 1,400-lb milestones in the Equipped Bench Press.
For reference, the next heaviest equipped bench press after Jimmy Kolb belongs to Will Barotti, who locked out 521.6 kilograms (1,150 pounds). So, Jimmy is in the lead by exactly 113.9 kilograms (251 pounds).
Jimmy Kolb has been competing in powerlifting since 2009, and the equipped bench press has always been his main focus. He has taken part in over 51 sanctioned competitions so far and won 42 of them.
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition PRs
Squat (Equipped): 410 kilograms (903.9 pounds)
Bench Press (Equipped): 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds) — Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting History & ATWR
Deadlift (Equipped): 317.5 kilograms (700 pounds)
Total (Equipped): 1,093.1 kilograms (2,410 pounds)
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Hits 865 lbs Floor Press For 3 Reps
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Unlimited
165
1350.3
165
1510
373.23
Single-ply
1120
1179.5
329.93
Multi-ply
903.9
1035
903.9
2410
672.86
Wraps
644.9
451.9
644.9
1664.5
457.11
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
IPA
2023-02-04
Hillbilly Havoc
Pro Open
1350.3
330.39
Location
USA-WV
Competition
Hillbilly Havoc
Division
Pro Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
326.9
Bench
-1251.1
-1328.3
1350.3
1350.3
1
IPA
2022-07-16
814 Strength Spectacular
Amateur Open
1510
373.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
814 Strength Spectacular
Division
Amateur Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Squat
165
165
Bench
1200
-1300
1200
Deadlift
145
145
1
IPA
2022-05-14
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Amateur Open
1273.2
312.54
Location
USA-TX
Competition
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Division
Amateur Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
323
Bench
1214.7
-1273.2
1273.2
1273.2
1
WPC
2022-03-26
WPO Bench Bash
M_OEM_WPC
1140.9
Location
USA-FL
Competition
WPO Bench Bash
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Bench
1140.9
-1185
-1185
1140.9
1
IPA
2022-02-26
State Championships
Pro Open
1320
326.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
State Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315.1
Bench
1320
1
RPS
2021-07-24
Pennsylvania States
Pro Open
1060
262.32
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Pennsylvania States
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
313.6
Bench
1060
GLP
134.68
1
IPA
2021-06-26
Strength Spectacular
Pro Open
1120
281.31
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Strength Spectacular
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
297.6
Bench
1120
GLP
144.16
1
IPA
2021-03-20
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Pro Open
1080.3
267.01
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Division
Pro Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Bench
1080.3
GLP
137.11
1
RPS
2021-01-31
NJ and North American Championships
Elite Open
1050
265.69
Location
USA-NJ
Competition
NJ and North American Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
290.2
Bench
1050
GLP
136.09
1
IPA
2020-02-29
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Pro Open
1035
266.77
Location
USA-PA
Competition
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
273.3
Bench
1035
DQ
RPS
2019-12-07
Christmas Carnage 15
Elite Open
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Christmas Carnage 15
Division
Elite Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
272.6
DQ
USPA
2019-06-08
Virginia is for Lifters
Open
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Virginia is for Lifters
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
240.7
DQ
USPA
2019-04-13
The Battle XXII
Open
Location
USA-OH
Competition
The Battle XXII
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
239.2
1
IPL
2018-07-28
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Open
1664.5
457.11
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
229.3
Squat
644.9
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
567.7
DQ
XPC
2015-03-06
Finals
HW
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Finals
Division
HW
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
236
Bench
-800
-1000
-1000
DQ
WPC
2014-07-19
CanAm Bench Press Championship
M_OEM_WPC
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championship
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-832.2
-964.5
-964.5
1
XPC
2014-03-01
Arnold Multiply Finals
HW
950
258.33
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold Multiply Finals
Division
HW
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Weight
235
Bench
950
1
RPS
2013-10-06
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
800
216.46
Location
USA-OH
Competition
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
800
1
RPS
2013-06-15
Lexen Summer Slam
Amateur Open
850
230.56
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Summer Slam
Division
Amateur Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.5
Bench
850
GLP
118.56
1
RPS
2013-03-03
International Open
Pro Open
2375.5
646.6
Location
USA-OH
Competition
International Open
Division
Pro Open
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
234.4
Squat
903.9
Bench
832.2
Deadlift
639.3
DQ
WABDL
2012-11-13
World Championships
Elite Open
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_JEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_OEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
APF
2012-04-22
Single-ply Ohio Championships
M_OES_APF
600
161.19
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Single-ply Ohio Championships
Division
M_OES_APF
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
600
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Juniors 20-25
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Open
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
APF
2011-11-13
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_AAPF
640
171.94
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_AAPF
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
640
1
UPA
2011-09-24
Great Lakes Meet
MJ
840
225.84
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Great Lakes Meet
Division
MJ
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242
Bench
840
-900
-900
840
GLP
116.01
DQ
USPA
2011-08-20
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.6
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
810
226.15
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
810
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_OEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_JEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
640
178.68
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
640
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Open
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-06-12
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Amateur Open
700
195.43
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Division
Amateur Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
700
GLP
100.95
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
644.9
180.04
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
644.9
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Open
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Open
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
USAPL
2009-09-12
Bench Nationals
M-T3
636
178.63
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Bench Nationals
Division
M-T3
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
217.5
Bench
584.2
622.8
636
636
GLP
92.37
1
NASA
2009-06-20
USA Nationals
teen
1179.5
329.93
Location
USA-OH
Competition
USA Nationals
Division
teen
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
219.5
Bench
600.8
Deadlift
578.7
1
NASA
2009-04-04
High School Nationals
jr-sr
1570.8
439.92
Location
USA-OK
Competition
High School Nationals
Division
jr-sr
Age
18
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
218.9
Squat
562.2
Bench
407.9
Deadlift
600.8
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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To make Jimmy Kolb’s new 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press even more impressive, he has managed to achieve it without using any PEDs. This is evident from an official sheet from the competition displayed on Kolb’s Instagram story, which shows that he was drug-tested. So, he has once again secured his place in the history of powerlifting, but it is very likely that he will be setting his sights on an even heavier bench press very soon.
Published: 30 July, 2023 | 2:14 PM EDT
There have not been many athletes in any sport as dominant as Jimmy Kolb is in the Equipped Bench Press event. In addition, he has once again improved upon his own World Record, thus discouraging anyone who is hoping to catch up with him. His new historic feat of strength was made at the 2023 IPA Tri-Star Bash, which took place on July 29th, in Elizabethton, TN. Jimmy only had one goal going into the competition, and that was to land a 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) equipped bench press. Jimmy, fully aware of his capabilities, carefully selected the perfect target and accomplished the remarkable feat of setting the Heaviest Lift in Powerlifting History.
Jimmy Kolb decided to go all out from his first attempt, and decided to immediately try to bench press 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds). However, he was not successful in his first, or second, attempts. With everything on the line, Jimmy stayed calm and collected, ultimately finding success on his final attempt.
The previous All-Time Equipped Bench Press World Record was also held by Jimmy Kolb. It stood at 612.5 kilograms (1,350.3 pounds), which Jimmy achieved at the 2023 IPA Hillbilly Havoc. This World Record was also the Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting. So, with his new bench press of 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds), Jimmy further advanced both aforementioned achievements.
Watch the lift from two angles here:
Angle One
Angle Two
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Smashed A 405 lbs Raw Bench Press With Insane 20 Reps
Some people are not fans of the Equipped Bench Press event because of the custom “shirts” that the athletes wear. However, other events in powerlifting, such as squats and deadlifts, also have equipped divisions where athletes use special-made suits to help them lift significantly more weight. Still, the World Records in those events are nowhere near close to Jimmy Kolb’s 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press.
*Note: These achievements are only regarding the sport of powerlifting. This is because other sports, such as Strongman, have different rules and regulations.
Even other powerlifters who are Equipped Bench Press specialists are not able to rival Jimmy Kolb, proving just how incredible he is. In fact, Jimmy Kolb is the first and only man to reach the 1,200-lb / 1,300-lb/ and now 1,400-lb milestones in the Equipped Bench Press.
For reference, the next heaviest equipped bench press after Jimmy Kolb belongs to Will Barotti, who locked out 521.6 kilograms (1,150 pounds). So, Jimmy is in the lead by exactly 113.9 kilograms (251 pounds).
Jimmy Kolb has been competing in powerlifting since 2009, and the equipped bench press has always been his main focus. He has taken part in over 51 sanctioned competitions so far and won 42 of them.
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition PRs
- Squat (Equipped): 410 kilograms (903.9 pounds)
- Bench Press (Equipped): 635.5 kilograms (1,401 pounds) — Heaviest Lift In Powerlifting History & ATWR
- Deadlift (Equipped): 317.5 kilograms (700 pounds)
- Total (Equipped): 1,093.1 kilograms (2,410 pounds)
Related: Powerlifter Jimmy Kolb Hits 865 lbs Floor Press For 3 Reps
Jimmy Kolb’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Unlimited
165
1350.3
165
1510
373.23
Single-ply
1120
1179.5
329.93
Multi-ply
903.9
1035
903.9
2410
672.86
Wraps
644.9
451.9
644.9
1664.5
457.11
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
IPA
2023-02-04
Hillbilly Havoc
Pro Open
1350.3
330.39
Location
USA-WV
Competition
Hillbilly Havoc
Division
Pro Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
326.9
Bench
-1251.1
-1328.3
1350.3
1350.3
1
IPA
2022-07-16
814 Strength Spectacular
Amateur Open
1510
373.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
814 Strength Spectacular
Division
Amateur Open
Age
32
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Squat
165
165
Bench
1200
-1300
1200
Deadlift
145
145
1
IPA
2022-05-14
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Amateur Open
1273.2
312.54
Location
USA-TX
Competition
World Championships & Baddest Bencher
Division
Amateur Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
323
Bench
1214.7
-1273.2
1273.2
1273.2
1
WPC
2022-03-26
WPO Bench Bash
M_OEM_WPC
1140.9
Location
USA-FL
Competition
WPO Bench Bash
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Bench
1140.9
-1185
-1185
1140.9
1
IPA
2022-02-26
State Championships
Pro Open
1320
326.23
Location
USA-PA
Competition
State Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Unlimited
Class
308.6
Weight
315.1
Bench
1320
1
RPS
2021-07-24
Pennsylvania States
Pro Open
1060
262.32
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Pennsylvania States
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
313.6
Bench
1060
GLP
134.68
1
IPA
2021-06-26
Strength Spectacular
Pro Open
1120
281.31
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Strength Spectacular
Division
Pro Open
Age
31
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
297.6
Bench
1120
GLP
144.16
1
IPA
2021-03-20
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Pro Open
1080.3
267.01
Location
USA-TX
Competition
Bench Press & Deadlift Worlds
Division
Pro Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
315
Bench
1080.3
GLP
137.11
1
RPS
2021-01-31
NJ and North American Championships
Elite Open
1050
265.69
Location
USA-NJ
Competition
NJ and North American Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
30
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
308.6
Weight
290.2
Bench
1050
GLP
136.09
1
IPA
2020-02-29
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Pro Open
1035
266.77
Location
USA-PA
Competition
PA State Powerlifting Championships
Division
Pro Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
273.3
Bench
1035
DQ
RPS
2019-12-07
Christmas Carnage 15
Elite Open
Location
USA-PA
Competition
Christmas Carnage 15
Division
Elite Open
Age
29
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
275.6
Weight
272.6
DQ
USPA
2019-06-08
Virginia is for Lifters
Open
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Virginia is for Lifters
Division
Open
Age
29
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
240.7
DQ
USPA
2019-04-13
The Battle XXII
Open
Location
USA-OH
Competition
The Battle XXII
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
239.2
1
IPL
2018-07-28
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Open
1664.5
457.11
Location
USA-VA
Competition
Drug Tested Virginia Commonwealth Games
Division
Open
Age
28
Equipment
Wraps
Class
242.5
Weight
229.3
Squat
644.9
Bench
451.9
Deadlift
567.7
DQ
XPC
2015-03-06
Finals
HW
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Finals
Division
HW
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
198.4
Weight
236
Bench
-800
-1000
-1000
DQ
WPC
2014-07-19
CanAm Bench Press Championship
M_OEM_WPC
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championship
Division
M_OEM_WPC
Age
24
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-832.2
-964.5
-964.5
1
XPC
2014-03-01
Arnold Multiply Finals
HW
950
258.33
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Arnold Multiply Finals
Division
HW
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Weight
235
Bench
950
1
RPS
2013-10-06
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
800
216.46
Location
USA-OH
Competition
LexenXtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
23
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
800
1
RPS
2013-06-15
Lexen Summer Slam
Amateur Open
850
230.56
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Summer Slam
Division
Amateur Open
Age
23
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.5
Bench
850
GLP
118.56
1
RPS
2013-03-03
International Open
Pro Open
2375.5
646.6
Location
USA-OH
Competition
International Open
Division
Pro Open
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
234.4
Squat
903.9
Bench
832.2
Deadlift
639.3
DQ
WABDL
2012-11-13
World Championships
Elite Open
Location
USA-NV
Competition
World Championships
Division
Elite Open
Age
22
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_JEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
DQ
WPC
2012-07-21
CanAm Bench Press Championships
M_OEM_APF
Location
USA-MI
Competition
CanAm Bench Press Championships
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
22
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
235.2
Bench
-909.4
-909.4
-909.4
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
WABDL
2012-05-12
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
843.2
226.52
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
843.2
GLP
116.34
1
APF
2012-04-22
Single-ply Ohio Championships
M_OES_APF
600
161.19
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Single-ply Ohio Championships
Division
M_OES_APF
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
600
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Juniors 20-25
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
WABDL
2012-02-25
East Coast BP & DL
Open
903.9
244.57
Location
USA
Competition
East Coast BP & DL
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
238
Bench
903.9
GLP
125.72
1
APF
2011-11-13
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_AAPF
640
171.94
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_AAPF
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Deadlift
640
1
UPA
2011-09-24
Great Lakes Meet
MJ
840
225.84
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Great Lakes Meet
Division
MJ
Age
21
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242
Bench
840
-900
-900
840
GLP
116.01
DQ
USPA
2011-08-20
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Open
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Mid-Cities Benchpress
Division
Open
Age
21
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
236.6
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Elite Open
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Elite Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
WABDL
2011-05-17
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Juniors 20-25
821.2
220.62
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Juniors 20-25
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
242.5
Weight
242.5
Bench
821.2
GLP
113.31
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
810
226.15
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
810
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_JEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2011-02-20
Ohio Cup
M_OEM_APF
2410
672.86
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Ohio Cup
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Squat
900
Bench
810
Deadlift
700
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_JEM_APF
800
223.35
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_JEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
800
1
APF
2010-11-14
Big Dog Classic
M_OEM_APF
640
178.68
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Big Dog Classic
Division
M_OEM_APF
Age
20
Equipment
Multi-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
640
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Open
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-10-24
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Pro Juniors 20-23
725
202.41
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Fall Classic
Division
Pro Juniors 20-23
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
725
GLP
104.56
1
IPA
2010-06-12
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Amateur Open
700
195.43
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Lexen Xtreme Bench Meet
Division
Amateur Open
Age
20
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
700
GLP
100.95
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
644.9
180.04
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Deadlift
644.9
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Open
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Open
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
WABDL
2010-05-22
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Teen 18-19
650.4
181.58
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Buckeye Hall of Fame Classic
Division
Teen 18-19
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
220.5
Bench
650.4
GLP
93.79
1
USAPL
2009-09-12
Bench Nationals
M-T3
636
178.63
Location
USA-OH
Competition
Bench Nationals
Division
M-T3
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
217.5
Bench
584.2
622.8
636
636
GLP
92.37
1
NASA
2009-06-20
USA Nationals
teen
1179.5
329.93
Location
USA-OH
Competition
USA Nationals
Division
teen
Age
19
Equipment
Single-ply
Class
220.5
Weight
219.5
Bench
600.8
Deadlift
578.7
1
NASA
2009-04-04
High School Nationals
jr-sr
1570.8
439.92
Location
USA-OK
Competition
High School Nationals
Division
jr-sr
Age
18
Equipment
Wraps
Class
220.5
Weight
218.9
Squat
562.2
Bench
407.9
Deadlift
600.8
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
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To make Jimmy Kolb’s new 635.5-kilogram (1,401-pound) Equipped Bench Press even more impressive, he has managed to achieve it without using any PEDs. This is evident from an official sheet from the competition displayed on Kolb’s Instagram story, which shows that he was drug-tested. So, he has once again secured his place in the history of powerlifting, but it is very likely that he will be setting his sights on an even heavier bench press very soon.
Published: 30 July, 2023 | 2:14 PM EDT
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