Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red
The Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red is a graphite driver shaft from 2026. It weighs 46 to 64 g, comes in R3, R2, R and S, has a low kick point and 4.1 to 6.8 degrees of torque. It launches high with high spin. It is rated for swing speeds of 60 to 95 mph. It launched in 2026.
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Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Mitsubishi Chemical |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 |
| Status | Current |
| Material | Graphite |
| Weight | 46 to 64 g |
| Flex options | R3, R2, R, S |
| Kick point | Low |
| Torque | 4.1 to 6.8° |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | High |
| Feel | Soft |
| Swing speed range | 60 to 95 mph |
| Profile | Lightest, highest-launch 1K with an active tip and RIP tip material for carry without losing stability. |
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Where these specs come from
Verified. Two or more separate pages show this model exists, and its specs were read from a source page.
Specs read from mitsubishigolf.com
Model confirmed on golfdigest-minna.jp, mitsubishigolf.com
Where the fit profile comes from
4 of 5 fit values come from Mitsubishi Chemical or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings.
| Launch | high | Mitsubishi Chemical says “LAUNCH HIGH SPIN HIGH” |
|---|---|---|
| Spin | high | Mitsubishi Chemical says “LAUNCH HIGH SPIN HIGH” |
| Kick point | low | Mitsubishi Chemical says “TENSEI™ 1K Red 45 R3 46 46 0.335 3 0.59 6.8 Low” |
| Swing speed, lower end | 60 | Our rating |
| Swing speed, upper end | 95 | Mitsubishi Chemical says “TENSEI™ 1K Red 55 R2/R R/S S” |
Who the Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red suits
- Golfers who swing between 60 and 95 mph.
- A low kick point tends to launch the ball higher.
- Golfers who like a smoother, more flexible feel through the swing.
- Above 95 mph is outside the swing speed range we rate it for.
Similar to the Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Fujikura VENTUS WhiteFujikura2025 · $350 · 60 to 90 mph
- Project X Denali Frost RedProject X2026 · $225 · 55 to 100 mph
- LA Golf A-SeriesLA Golf2022 · $400 · 55 to 100 mph
- Mitsubishi Chemical Kai'li Dark Waves Red CBMitsubishi Chemical2026 · $300 · 60 to 105 mph
Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red: common questions
Who is the Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red for?
Golfers who swing between 60 and 95 mph. A low kick point tends to launch the ball higher. Golfers who like a smoother, more flexible feel through the swing.
What flexes does the Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red come in?
It comes in R3, R2, R and S. It is rated for swing speeds of 60 to 95 mph.
What are alternatives to the Mitsubishi Chemical TENSEI 1K Red?
Similar driver shafts in our catalog include the Fujikura VENTUS White (2025), the Project X Denali Frost Red (2026), the LA Golf A-Series (2022) and the Mitsubishi Chemical Kai'li Dark Waves Red CB (2026).
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