AM-2 Adjustable Monolift 2.0 - Monster

Name: AM-2 Adjustable Monolift 2.0 - Monster
Brand: Rogue Fitness
Rating: 4.52 (9 reviews)

The Rogue AM-2 Adjustable Monolift 2.0 is a rack-mounted monolift for Monster Series power racks and rigs, giving lifters a way to unrack and re-rack heavy squats and bench presses without walking the bar out or fighting J-cups. Version 2.0 refines the original design with a lighter, better-balanced build (about 24.5 lb per side, down from 32 lb), a more compact footprint, and a stainless steel locking key that lets the hooks double as standard J-cups when the monolift function isn’t needed. Height adjusts in 2” increments via quick-release detent pins, and a “backstop” bolt above each hook keeps the arm from swinging too far out during setup. It’s tested to a 1,000+ lb capacity and made in the USA from 0.25”/0.375” steel with UHMW plastic lining the full contact channel to protect both bar knurling and rack uprights.

Brand	Rogue Fitness
Color	Black / Red
Width	4" overall / 1.25" jaw
Height	14" overall / 18" when loaded
Length	16.75" total depth from mounting face / 3.25" jaw depth
Made in	USA
Material	0.25" and 0.375" steel with UHMW protective plastic
Compatibility	Rogue Monster Series racks and rigs
Product weight	49 lb (pair)
Weight capacity	Tested at 1,000+ lb
Height adjustment	2" increments via 1" detent pins

What is a Rack Attachment?

What rack attachments are

Rack attachments bolt or pin onto a power rack or squat stand to expand what it can do — J-cups and safety arms/straps (the essentials), plus dip bars, a landmine, a lat pulldown, weight-plate storage, roller J-cups, and more. They turn a rack into a whole gym.

Compatibility comes first

An attachment must match your rack’s upright size (2x2, 2x3, or 3x3) and hole pattern/hardware (e.g. 5/8-in vs 1-in holes, Westside spacing). Attachments are usually series-specific — a Monster Lite J-cup won’t fit an Echo upright — so confirm the fit before buying.

How it compares

	AM-2 Adjustable Monolift 2.0 - Monster	VTS Rack Attachment	TITAN Series Multi-Grip Pull Up Bar	Rogue Rhino Low Row Attachment
GymRadar rating	4.52/5	4.52/5	4.53/5	4.5/5
Price	$415.00	$899.00	$149.99	$340.00
Brand	Rogue Fitness
Color	Black / Red
Width	4" overall / 1.25" jaw
Height	14" overall / 18" when loaded
Length	16.75" total depth from mounting face / 3.25" jaw depth
Made in	USA
Material	0.25" and 0.375" steel with UHMW protective plastic		12-gauge welded steel
Compatibility	Rogue Monster Series racks and rigs		90" and 100" TITAN Series Power Rack
Product weight	49 lb (pair)
Weight capacity	Tested at 1,000+ lb
Height adjustment	2" increments via 1" detent pins

4.5/5 · 9 GymRadar reviews

Reviews by source

Expert	4.52/5	9 reviews
Retailer	4.4/5	24 reviews
Youtube	4.5/5	1 reviews

The AM-2 is a compact, well-engineered adjustable monolift built for Rogue’s Monster Series racks and rigs, and independent coverage backs up the manufacturer’s own strong on-site rating. Functionality stands out: a 2” quick-pin height adjustment, a 5.5” hook swing-back for clearance, and a stainless locking key that lets it double as a standard J-cup. Build quality is the other highlight — 0.25”/0.375” USA steel with UHMW plastic lining the entire contact channel (not just the hook), a lighter re-engineered center of mass versus the original AM-2, and a noticeably more compact footprint than rival adjustable monolifts like REP’s. The weakest dimension is value: at roughly $400+, it costs more than off-the-shelf alternatives, and reviewers note a couple of minor refinement gaps (the detent pin doesn’t seat as snugly as it could, and adjustment increments are locked to 2” rather than 1”).

+Functionality: 2" height adjustment increments via quick-release detent pins, with a stainless locking key that lets the hooks double as fixed J-cups (Rogue product page)
+Build quality: 0.25"/0.375" USA steel construction with UHMW plastic lining the full contact channel, not just the hook, protecting both bar knurling and rack uprights (Garage Gym Reviews)
+Versatility: notably more compact than rival adjustable monolifts (e.g. REP's, ~36 lb vs this unit's ~26 lb per side) while still swinging clear for unracked lifts (Garage Gym Reviews)
+Functionality: rated at 1,000+ lb capacity and compatible with standard and specialty bars including Camber and Safety Squat Bars (Rogue product page)
+Durability: fully USA-made with laser-cut brackets and no exposed sharp edges; on-site reviewers report long-term reliability across 24 verified reviews averaging 4.4/5 (Rogue product page)

−Value: priced well above basic J-cups or fixed monolifts, positioning it as a premium Monster-line accessory rather than a budget option (Garage Gym Reviews)
−Functionality: adjustment increments are fixed at 2" rather than 1", limiting fine positioning for lifters who need finer height control (Garage Gym Reviews)
−Build quality: the detent pin doesn't seat as firmly as reviewers would like and can jiggle slightly when inserted (Garage Gym Reviews)

$415.00

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