Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero
Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero (2016) is a low-spin driver. It launches low with low spin. It is rated for swing speeds of 95 to 118 mph and handicaps of 0 to 12. It listed at $400 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 Sub Zero specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Callaway |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $400 |
| Loft options | 9°, 10.5° |
| Head size | 450 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Type | Low spin |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | Mid |
| Launch | Low |
| Spin | Low |
| Swing speed range | 95 to 118 mph |
| Handicap range | 0 to 12 |
| Forgiveness rating | 6 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 8 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Interchangeable weights, Forged Hyper Speed Face Cup, Speed Step |
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.
Model confirmed on golfweek.usatoday.com, golfwrx.com
Product page callawaygolfpreowned.com
Who the Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero suits
- Golfers who add too much spin with the driver and lose distance.
- It is rated for faster swings. Below 95 mph you may not get the launch it is built for.
- It is rated up to a 12 handicap. Higher handicaps usually want more forgiveness.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Sub 70 859 ProSub 702024 · $399 · 95 to 122 mph
- Sub 70 849 ProSub 702021 · $250 · 95 to 122 mph
- Ben Hogan Golf PTx LSTBen Hogan Golf2025 · $380 · 100 to 125 mph
- Tour Edge Exotics LSTour Edge2025 · $500 · 95 to 122 mph
Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero: common questions
Who is the Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 95 to 118 mph and handicaps of 0 to 12. Golfers who add too much spin with the driver and lose distance.
How much does the Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero cost?
It listed at about $400 at launch in 2016. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero forgiving?
Its MOI rating is mid. We rate its forgiveness 6 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Callaway XR 16 Sub Zero?
Similar drivers in our catalog include the Sub 70 859 Pro (2024), the Sub 70 849 Pro (2021), the Ben Hogan Golf PTx LST (2025) and the Tour Edge Exotics LS (2025).
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