$46.11
17.5KG Rubber Hex Dumbbell | Commercial Grade | Anti-Roll | Chrome Handle | Sold Individually—
$46.11
The Story
In Stock — Sydney Warehouse
💪 Commercial Rubber Hex Dumbbell
⚫ Anti-Roll Hex Design
🚚 Fast Australia-Wide Delivery
17.5KG Rubber Hex Dumbbell — the commercial-grade hex dumbbell built for home gyms, PT studios and commercial facilities across Australia. Made with a solid steel core, high-density virgin rubber coating and ergonomic chrome knurled handle, this rubber hex dumbbell delivers the perfect bridge weight between 15KG and 20KG for progressive overload on curls, presses, rows and squats. The anti-roll hex design keeps it stable between sets, protects your floor and eliminates the rolling hazard of round dumbbells. Sold individually — add two to cart for a pair. In stock at our Sydney Milperra warehouse with fast delivery to Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and regional Australia.
17.5KGDumbbell Weight
HEXAnti-Roll Design
36–39mmHandle Width
3yrHandle Warranty
Solid Steel Core
High-Density Virgin Rubber
Anti-Roll Hex Shape
Chrome Knurled Handle
Commercial Grade
Sold Individually
ℹ️ Why 17.5KG is the gap-filling weight most gym owners miss: Progressive overload works best in the smallest increments possible. The 5KG jump from 15KG to 20KG is too large for many isolation movements — your bicep curls stall, your shoulder presses plateau. A 17.5KG hex dumbbell fills that gap precisely, allowing continued weekly progression without form breakdown. This is why commercial gyms stock the full half-kilogram range — and why adding 17.5KG to your set makes a measurable difference to long-term strength gains.
Key Features
17.5KG Rubber Hex Dumbbell — Commercial Feature Set
Anti-Roll Hex DesignSix flat faces prevent rolling between sets — no chasing dumbbells across the floor, no trip hazards, stable base for renegade rows and floor-based exercises. Essential safety feature for busy PT studios and home gyms
High-Density Virgin Rubber CoatingEncases the full dumbbell head in premium rubber — protects flooring from impact damage, significantly reduces noise and resists the cracking and chipping that recycled rubber alternatives develop over time under commercial daily use
Chrome Knurled Handle — 36–39mmMedium-depth knurling on the chrome handle provides a firm non-slip grip during heavy isolation sets and high-rep conditioning work. Contoured shape fits the natural palm curve for reduced hand fatigue across long sessions
Solid Steel Core — Commercial GradeFriction-welded steel heads bonded to the shaft for superior structural integrity under repeated heavy drops and daily commercial loading. Built to the same specification as serious commercial gym equipment, not consumer alternatives
Noise & Floor ProtectionRubber coating absorbs impact noise from set-down between reps — critical for upstairs apartment gyms, tiled garage gyms, shared commercial spaces and any environment where noise control is a priority
17.5KG Progressive Overload BridgeThe precise mid-point between 15KG and 20KG for exercises where the standard 5KG jump is too large. Enables continued weekly progression on curls, presses, lateral raises and rows without breaking technique under too-heavy load
Exercise Library — What Can You Do?
💪 Hex press with dumbbells: The hex press dumbbell exercise is one of the best uses of flat-faced hex dumbbells. Lie on a bench, press both hex dumbbells together (flat faces touching) and perform a chest press while actively squeezing the heads together. The hex shape allows full contact between both dumbbells throughout the range of motion — something round dumbbells cannot achieve — creating constant adductor and inner-chest tension that standard dumbbell pressing misses entirely.
Chest & Shoulders
- Dumbbell bench press
- Hex press (flat faces together)
- Incline dumbbell press
- Dumbbell shoulder press
- Lateral raises
- Front raises
Back & Biceps
- Single-arm dumbbell row
- Renegade row (hex stability essential)
- Bent-over dumbbell row
- Bicep curl
- Hammer curl
- Incline curl
Legs & Core
- Goblet squat
- Dumbbell lunge & reverse lunge
- Romanian deadlift (RDL)
- Sumo squat
- Step-up
- Farmers carry
Triceps & Conditioning
- Overhead tricep extension
- Skull crusher (floor)
- Dumbbell kickback
- Dumbbell thruster
- Man maker
- Devil press
Why Hex Dumbbells Outperform Round Dumbbells
| Factor | Round Dumbbells | ⭐ Rubber Hex Dumbbells (This) |
|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hazard | Rolls freely — trip and injury risk | Six flat faces — stays exactly where placed |
| Floor Exercises | Unstable — rolls during renegade rows | Stable flat base — ideal for renegade rows & pushups |
| Hex Press Exercise | Not possible — no flat contact surface | Purpose-built for hex press — flat faces create constant chest tension |
| Floor Protection | Iron contact point damages flooring | Full rubber coating protects all floor types |
| Noise | Loud impact when set down | Rubber absorbs impact — significantly quieter |
| Storage | Requires rack or rolls off | Flat faces sit stable on any flat surface |
| Kmart comparison | Kmart hex dumbbells: consumer grade, lighter steel core | Commercial solid steel core — built for daily heavy use |
Full Specifications
| Product | 17.5KG Commercial Rubber Hex Dumbbell — Sold Individually |
| Weight | 17.5KG per dumbbell (add 2 to cart for a pair) |
| Design | Hex (six flat faces) — anti-roll design |
| Handle Width | 36–39mm ergonomic chrome handle |
| Handle Finish | Chrome with medium-depth knurling |
| Head Material | Solid steel core with high-density virgin rubber coating |
| Head Colour | Black rubber heads with polished chrome handle |
| Construction | Friction-welded heads bonded to shaft for commercial durability |
| Best For | Home gym, PT studio, commercial gym, strength training, conditioning |
| Warranty — Heads & Rubber | ✓ 1 Year |
| Warranty — Handle & Welds | ✓ 3 Years |
| Delivery | Australia-wide — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth |
The Right Dumbbell For
- Home gym owners hitting a plateau between 15KG and 20KG — the 17.5KG hex dumbbell is the most common missing weight in home gym sets. One pair fills the gap and restores weekly progression on curls, presses and raises
- PT studios stocking a complete rubber hex dumbbell set — commercial-grade solid steel core and 3-year handle warranty rated for daily multi-client use. The hex design keeps the studio floor safe and organised
- Commercial gyms replacing or expanding dumbbell ranges — consistent rubber hex dumbbell specification from the same commercial series for visual uniformity and matching durability across the full weight range
- Athletes doing hex press training — the flat hex faces allow full surface contact for hex press dumbbell sets that round alternatives cannot replicate
- Apartment and upstairs gym owners — rubber coating dramatically reduces impact noise on set-down compared to iron or chrome dumbbells. The anti-roll hex shape eliminates rolling noise across hard floors
17.5KG Hex Dumbbell — FAQ
Hex dumbbells have six flat faces (hexagonal shape) instead of a round head. The flat faces prevent the dumbbell from rolling — eliminating a trip hazard common with round alternatives. They also provide a stable flat base for floor exercises like renegade rows and pushups with dumbbells. The flat face-to-face contact of two hex dumbbells is also required for the hex press exercise, which creates constant inner-chest tension not achievable with round dumbbells. Rubber-coated hex dumbbells additionally protect flooring and reduce noise on set-down.
The hex press dumbbell exercise is performed lying on a flat bench. Hold two hex dumbbells with the flat faces pressed firmly together over your chest. Press them up and down while actively squeezing the heads together throughout the full range of motion. The constant inward squeeze engages the chest adductors and inner pectoral fibres that standard dumbbell pressing and barbell bench press cannot isolate effectively. The flat hex faces are essential — round dumbbells cannot maintain contact during the movement. Use 17.5KG as a starting weight for 3 sets of 10–12 reps.
This hex dumbbell is sold individually — one dumbbell per unit. Add two to your cart for a matched pair. This allows you to buy just the weight you need when completing a set, or purchase single units to fill gaps in an existing dumbbell range.
Kmart hex dumbbells use a lighter-gauge steel core and consumer-grade rubber coating suitable for light recreational use. Our commercial rubber hex dumbbells use a solid steel core with friction-welded heads and high-density virgin rubber rated for daily commercial use in PT studios and gyms. The handle carries a 3-year warranty vs the limited coverage on consumer alternatives. For home gym owners who train frequently or PT studios using dumbbells daily with multiple clients, the commercial specification delivers meaningfully longer service life.
Yes — rubber hex dumbbells are the best choice for apartment and upstairs home gyms for two reasons. First, the rubber coating absorbs impact noise when setting the dumbbell down between reps — significantly quieter than iron or chrome dumbbells on hard floors. Second, the anti-roll hex shape means the dumbbell stays where you put it rather than rolling across the floor and creating noise from movement. Pair with 15mm EPDM or SBR rubber gym floor tiles for maximum noise reduction in strata buildings.
Yes. We deliver to all Australian states and territories — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra and all regional areas. Free pickup from our Milperra NSW warehouse (Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–1pm). For bulk orders covering a full rubber hex dumbbell set or dumbbell rack set for a PT studio or commercial gym, contact us on 1300 247 888 for a bulk pricing and freight quote.
Sydney PickupFree from Milperra NSW 2214 · Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 9am–1pm
Australia-WideFast tracked delivery to all states and territories
Bulk OrdersFull hex dumbbell sets & rack sets — call 1300 247 888
💪 All Hex & Round Dumbbells →
🏗 Dumbbell Racks & Storage →
🪟 Rubber Gym Flooring Tiles →
🪑 Adjustable Weight Benches →
17.5KG Rubber Hex Dumbbell — Delivery Areas Australia:
Sydney (NSW) · Parramatta · Penrith · Liverpool · Blacktown · Bankstown · Campbelltown · Eastern Suburbs · Northern Beaches · Inner West · North Shore · Western Sydney · Melbourne (VIC) · Richmond · Essendon · Geelong · Brisbane (QLD) · Gold Coast · Sunshine Coast · Adelaide (SA) · Norwood · Perth (WA) · Canberra (ACT) · Newcastle (NSW) · Wollongong (NSW) · Hobart (TAS) · Darwin (NT) · All Regional Australia
Sydney (NSW) · Parramatta · Penrith · Liverpool · Blacktown · Bankstown · Campbelltown · Eastern Suburbs · Northern Beaches · Inner West · North Shore · Western Sydney · Melbourne (VIC) · Richmond · Essendon · Geelong · Brisbane (QLD) · Gold Coast · Sunshine Coast · Adelaide (SA) · Norwood · Perth (WA) · Canberra (ACT) · Newcastle (NSW) · Wollongong (NSW) · Hobart (TAS) · Darwin (NT) · All Regional Australia
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
In Stock — Sydney Warehouse
💪 Commercial Rubber Hex Dumbbell
⚫ Anti-Roll Hex Design
🚚 Fast Australia-Wide Delivery
17.5KG Rubber Hex Dumbbell — the commercial-grade hex dumbbell built for home gyms, PT studios and commercial facilities across Australia. Made with a solid steel core, high-density virgin rubber coating and ergonomic chrome knurled handle, this rubber hex dumbbell delivers the perfect bridge weight between 15KG and 20KG for progressive overload on curls, presses, rows and squats. The anti-roll hex design keeps it stable between sets, protects your floor and eliminates the rolling hazard of round dumbbells. Sold individually — add two to cart for a pair. In stock at our Sydney Milperra warehouse with fast delivery to Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and regional Australia.
17.5KGDumbbell Weight
HEXAnti-Roll Design
36–39mmHandle Width
3yrHandle Warranty
Solid Steel Core
High-Density Virgin Rubber
Anti-Roll Hex Shape
Chrome Knurled Handle
Commercial Grade
Sold Individually
ℹ️ Why 17.5KG is the gap-filling weight most gym owners miss: Progressive overload works best in the smallest increments possible. The 5KG jump from 15KG to 20KG is too large for many isolation movements — your bicep curls stall, your shoulder presses plateau. A 17.5KG hex dumbbell fills that gap precisely, allowing continued weekly progression without form breakdown. This is why commercial gyms stock the full half-kilogram range — and why adding 17.5KG to your set makes a measurable difference to long-term strength gains.
Key Features
17.5KG Rubber Hex Dumbbell — Commercial Feature Set
Anti-Roll Hex DesignSix flat faces prevent rolling between sets — no chasing dumbbells across the floor, no trip hazards, stable base for renegade rows and floor-based exercises. Essential safety feature for busy PT studios and home gyms
High-Density Virgin Rubber CoatingEncases the full dumbbell head in premium rubber — protects flooring from impact damage, significantly reduces noise and resists the cracking and chipping that recycled rubber alternatives develop over time under commercial daily use
Chrome Knurled Handle — 36–39mmMedium-depth knurling on the chrome handle provides a firm non-slip grip during heavy isolation sets and high-rep conditioning work. Contoured shape fits the natural palm curve for reduced hand fatigue across long sessions
Solid Steel Core — Commercial GradeFriction-welded steel heads bonded to the shaft for superior structural integrity under repeated heavy drops and daily commercial loading. Built to the same specification as serious commercial gym equipment, not consumer alternatives
Noise & Floor ProtectionRubber coating absorbs impact noise from set-down between reps — critical for upstairs apartment gyms, tiled garage gyms, shared commercial spaces and any environment where noise control is a priority
17.5KG Progressive Overload BridgeThe precise mid-point between 15KG and 20KG for exercises where the standard 5KG jump is too large. Enables continued weekly progression on curls, presses, lateral raises and rows without breaking technique under too-heavy load
Exercise Library — What Can You Do?
💪 Hex press with dumbbells: The hex press dumbbell exercise is one of the best uses of flat-faced hex dumbbells. Lie on a bench, press both hex dumbbells together (flat faces touching) and perform a chest press while actively squeezing the heads together. The hex shape allows full contact between both dumbbells throughout the range of motion — something round dumbbells cannot achieve — creating constant adductor and inner-chest tension that standard dumbbell pressing misses entirely.
Chest & Shoulders
- Dumbbell bench press
- Hex press (flat faces together)
- Incline dumbbell press
- Dumbbell shoulder press
- Lateral raises
- Front raises
Back & Biceps
- Single-arm dumbbell row
- Renegade row (hex stability essential)
- Bent-over dumbbell row
- Bicep curl
- Hammer curl
- Incline curl
Legs & Core
- Goblet squat
- Dumbbell lunge & reverse lunge
- Romanian deadlift (RDL)
- Sumo squat
- Step-up
- Farmers carry
Triceps & Conditioning
- Overhead tricep extension
- Skull crusher (floor)
- Dumbbell kickback
- Dumbbell thruster
- Man maker
- Devil press
Why Hex Dumbbells Outperform Round Dumbbells
| Factor | Round Dumbbells | ⭐ Rubber Hex Dumbbells (This) |
|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hazard | Rolls freely — trip and injury risk | Six flat faces — stays exactly where placed |
| Floor Exercises | Unstable — rolls during renegade rows | Stable flat base — ideal for renegade rows & pushups |
| Hex Press Exercise | Not possible — no flat contact surface | Purpose-built for hex press — flat faces create constant chest tension |
| Floor Protection | Iron contact point damages flooring | Full rubber coating protects all floor types |
| Noise | Loud impact when set down | Rubber absorbs impact — significantly quieter |
| Storage | Requires rack or rolls off | Flat faces sit stable on any flat surface |
| Kmart comparison | Kmart hex dumbbells: consumer grade, lighter steel core | Commercial solid steel core — built for daily heavy use |
Full Specifications
| Product | 17.5KG Commercial Rubber Hex Dumbbell — Sold Individually |
| Weight | 17.5KG per dumbbell (add 2 to cart for a pair) |
| Design | Hex (six flat faces) — anti-roll design |
| Handle Width | 36–39mm ergonomic chrome handle |
| Handle Finish | Chrome with medium-depth knurling |
| Head Material | Solid steel core with high-density virgin rubber coating |
| Head Colour | Black rubber heads with polished chrome handle |
| Construction | Friction-welded heads bonded to shaft for commercial durability |
| Best For | Home gym, PT studio, commercial gym, strength training, conditioning |
| Warranty — Heads & Rubber | ✓ 1 Year |
| Warranty — Handle & Welds | ✓ 3 Years |
| Delivery | Australia-wide — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth |
The Right Dumbbell For
- Home gym owners hitting a plateau between 15KG and 20KG — the 17.5KG hex dumbbell is the most common missing weight in home gym sets. One pair fills the gap and restores weekly progression on curls, presses and raises
- PT studios stocking a complete rubber hex dumbbell set — commercial-grade solid steel core and 3-year handle warranty rated for daily multi-client use. The hex design keeps the studio floor safe and organised
- Commercial gyms replacing or expanding dumbbell ranges — consistent rubber hex dumbbell specification from the same commercial series for visual uniformity and matching durability across the full weight range
- Athletes doing hex press training — the flat hex faces allow full surface contact for hex press dumbbell sets that round alternatives cannot replicate
- Apartment and upstairs gym owners — rubber coating dramatically reduces impact noise on set-down compared to iron or chrome dumbbells. The anti-roll hex shape eliminates rolling noise across hard floors
17.5KG Hex Dumbbell — FAQ
Hex dumbbells have six flat faces (hexagonal shape) instead of a round head. The flat faces prevent the dumbbell from rolling — eliminating a trip hazard common with round alternatives. They also provide a stable flat base for floor exercises like renegade rows and pushups with dumbbells. The flat face-to-face contact of two hex dumbbells is also required for the hex press exercise, which creates constant inner-chest tension not achievable with round dumbbells. Rubber-coated hex dumbbells additionally protect flooring and reduce noise on set-down.
The hex press dumbbell exercise is performed lying on a flat bench. Hold two hex dumbbells with the flat faces pressed firmly together over your chest. Press them up and down while actively squeezing the heads together throughout the full range of motion. The constant inward squeeze engages the chest adductors and inner pectoral fibres that standard dumbbell pressing and barbell bench press cannot isolate effectively. The flat hex faces are essential — round dumbbells cannot maintain contact during the movement. Use 17.5KG as a starting weight for 3 sets of 10–12 reps.
This hex dumbbell is sold individually — one dumbbell per unit. Add two to your cart for a matched pair. This allows you to buy just the weight you need when completing a set, or purchase single units to fill gaps in an existing dumbbell range.
Kmart hex dumbbells use a lighter-gauge steel core and consumer-grade rubber coating suitable for light recreational use. Our commercial rubber hex dumbbells use a solid steel core with friction-welded heads and high-density virgin rubber rated for daily commercial use in PT studios and gyms. The handle carries a 3-year warranty vs the limited coverage on consumer alternatives. For home gym owners who train frequently or PT studios using dumbbells daily with multiple clients, the commercial specification delivers meaningfully longer service life.
Yes — rubber hex dumbbells are the best choice for apartment and upstairs home gyms for two reasons. First, the rubber coating absorbs impact noise when setting the dumbbell down between reps — significantly quieter than iron or chrome dumbbells on hard floors. Second, the anti-roll hex shape means the dumbbell stays where you put it rather than rolling across the floor and creating noise from movement. Pair with 15mm EPDM or SBR rubber gym floor tiles for maximum noise reduction in strata buildings.
Yes. We deliver to all Australian states and territories — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra and all regional areas. Free pickup from our Milperra NSW warehouse (Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–1pm). For bulk orders covering a full rubber hex dumbbell set or dumbbell rack set for a PT studio or commercial gym, contact us on 1300 247 888 for a bulk pricing and freight quote.
Sydney PickupFree from Milperra NSW 2214 · Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 9am–1pm
Australia-WideFast tracked delivery to all states and territories
Bulk OrdersFull hex dumbbell sets & rack sets — call 1300 247 888
💪 All Hex & Round Dumbbells →
🏗 Dumbbell Racks & Storage →
🪟 Rubber Gym Flooring Tiles →
🪑 Adjustable Weight Benches →
17.5KG Rubber Hex Dumbbell — Delivery Areas Australia:
Sydney (NSW) · Parramatta · Penrith · Liverpool · Blacktown · Bankstown · Campbelltown · Eastern Suburbs · Northern Beaches · Inner West · North Shore · Western Sydney · Melbourne (VIC) · Richmond · Essendon · Geelong · Brisbane (QLD) · Gold Coast · Sunshine Coast · Adelaide (SA) · Norwood · Perth (WA) · Canberra (ACT) · Newcastle (NSW) · Wollongong (NSW) · Hobart (TAS) · Darwin (NT) · All Regional Australia
Sydney (NSW) · Parramatta · Penrith · Liverpool · Blacktown · Bankstown · Campbelltown · Eastern Suburbs · Northern Beaches · Inner West · North Shore · Western Sydney · Melbourne (VIC) · Richmond · Essendon · Geelong · Brisbane (QLD) · Gold Coast · Sunshine Coast · Adelaide (SA) · Norwood · Perth (WA) · Canberra (ACT) · Newcastle (NSW) · Wollongong (NSW) · Hobart (TAS) · Darwin (NT) · All Regional Australia
