Question: what is the difference between a powerlifting bar and an olympic bar?
Answer: While a powerlifting bar is generally the same dimensions of the Olympic bar, it can also be longer and/or thicker to allow for more weight to be added. Also slightly different are the markings on the bar; or the knurling. The grip marks are closer together on a power bar (32″ apart, vs 36″ on an Oly bar).