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How is swing weight calculated?

by Rhyley Bryan

How is swing weight calculated?

Measure the distance of the balance point of the club from the end of the grip (in inches).

  • Subtract 14″ from the result, and multiply it by the club’s total weight in ounces or grams.
  • The result is the torque (in inch-grams or inch-ounces) about an axis 14″ from the butt, the base definition of swingweight.

    • Which swing weight should I use?

    The actual swing weight ranges roughly between C-0 and D-8. While C-0 is a swing weight that is recommended for senior women and ladies, D-8 is pretty much the maximum that is played on tour. This swing weight can usually only be achieved with heavy heads, heavy shafts and light grips.

    What is the difference between D2 and D3 swing weight?

    The difference between each swing weight measurement is incredibly small. For example, all it takes to make a golf club go from a D2 to a D3 rating is about . 07 ounces in the club head. Changing the length of the club, swapping out the grip, or replacing the shaft can all change the swing weight.

    What does AMP mean on a Cobra iron?

    AMP stands for advanced material placement, which means that weight is strategically placed in the head of each club to help improve performance. This is the case throughout the Cobra AMP irons, with the long irons designed to produce impressive distance and the short irons to offer better consistency.

    Is there a swing weight calculator for golf clubs?

    This swingweight calculator is useful for estimating what the swingweight of an assembled club will be before assembly. This estimator can be useful for quick comparisons of how different component weights can affect the swingweight. Value Golf is happy to help you build great clubs with this fun, free tool.

    How to calculate the swing weight of a 3 iron?

    In the case of our 3-iron, the postal scale measurement works out to be 419 grams (14.7 ounces). Enter the figures on this page (be sure to click on the proper units) and then click the CALCULATE button to view the approximate swing weight of ” D0 ” for our example 3-iron. That’s pronounced: “dee-zero”

    How much does a 3 iron golf club weigh?

    Step 2: We weigh the entire club as accurately as possible. Postal scales are ideal. Keep in mind that even small inaccuracies can bump the swing weight results off by a significant amount. In the case of our 3-iron, the postal scale measurement works out to be 419 grams (14.7 ounces).