Sub 70 849D
Sub 70 849D (2022) is a forgiveness-first driver. It launches mid-height with moderate spin. It is rated for swing speeds of 75 to 108 mph and handicaps of 8 to 30. It listed at $300 when it launched in 2022. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Sub 70 849D specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Sub 70 |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2022 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $300 |
| Loft options | 9°, 10.5°, 12° |
| Head size | 460 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Type | Max forgiveness |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | High |
| Launch | Mid |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 75 to 108 mph |
| Handicap range | 8 to 30 |
| Forgiveness rating | 8 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 4 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Adjustable hosel and high-MOI head |
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
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Specs read from 2ndswing.com
Model confirmed on 2ndswing.com, golficity.com, golfsub70.com, mygolfspy.com
Where the fit profile comes from
All fit values here are our own ratings.
| Type | max-forgiveness | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | mid | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Our rating |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | high | Our rating |
| Forgiveness | 8 | Our rating |
| Workability | 4 | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 8-30 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 75-108 mph | Our rating |
Who the Sub 70 849D 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 Sub 70 849D
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Sub 70 859Sub 702024 · $399 · 75 to 108 mph
- Ben Hogan Golf PTx MAXBen Hogan Golf2025 · $380 · 75 to 108 mph
- Takomo Ignis D2Takomo2026 · $329 · 75 to 105 mph
- Ping G430 MAXPing2023 · $350 · 80 to 110 mph
Sub 70 849D: common questions
Who is the Sub 70 849D for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 75 to 108 mph and handicaps of 8 to 30. Golfers who miss the centre of the face and want the head to protect ball speed.
How much does the Sub 70 849D cost?
It listed at about $300 at launch in 2022. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Sub 70 849D forgiving?
Its MOI rating is high. We rate its forgiveness 8 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Sub 70 849D?
Similar drivers in our catalog include the Sub 70 859 (2024), the Ben Hogan Golf PTx MAX (2025), the Takomo Ignis D2 (2026) and the Ping G430 MAX (2023).
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