Callaway XR 16
Callaway XR 16 (2016) is a forgiveness-first driver. It launches high with moderate spin. It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 108 mph and handicaps of 5 to 28. It listed at $350 when it launched in 2016. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Callaway XR 16 specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Callaway |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $350 |
| Loft options | 9°, 10.5°, 13.5° |
| Head size | 460 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Type | Max forgiveness |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | High |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 80 to 108 mph |
| Handicap range | 5 to 28 |
| Forgiveness rating | 9 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 4 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Speed Step Technology, Boeing Aero, Forged Hyper Speed Face Cup |
No longer made: look for it used.
- Check the return policy before you buy.
- Ask for photos of the face, crown and sole.
- Fake heads and shafts exist. Be wary of prices far below the others and of sellers you do not know.
- Shops that grade condition, like 2nd Swing and GlobalGolf, make returns easier.
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Where these specs come from
Partly verified. We have source pages for this model, but it does not yet meet all of our checks for the verified tier.
Specs read from callawaygolfpreowned.com, prnewswire.com
Model confirmed on callawaygolfpreowned.com, prnewswire.com
Who the Callaway XR 16 suits
- Golfers who miss the centre of the face and want the head to protect ball speed.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Callaway XR 16
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Ben Hogan Golf PTx MAXBen Hogan Golf2025 · $380 · 75 to 108 mph
- Mizuno JPX ONEMizuno2026 · $600 · 75 to 110 mph
- TaylorMade Qi4D MaxTaylorMade2026 · $650 · 80 to 108 mph
- Ping G440 MAXPing2025 · $500 · 80 to 110 mph
Callaway XR 16: common questions
Who is the Callaway XR 16 for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 108 mph and handicaps of 5 to 28. Golfers who miss the centre of the face and want the head to protect ball speed.
How much does the Callaway XR 16 cost?
It listed at about $350 at launch in 2016. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Callaway XR 16 forgiving?
Its MOI rating is high. We rate its forgiveness 9 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Callaway XR 16?
Similar drivers in our catalog include the Ben Hogan Golf PTx MAX (2025), the Mizuno JPX ONE (2026), the TaylorMade Qi4D Max (2026) and the Ping G440 MAX (2025).
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