Ping G430 MAX
Ping G430 MAX (2023) is a forgiveness-first fairway wood. It is rated for swing speeds of 70 to 105 mph and handicaps of 10 to 36. It launches high with moderate spin. It listed at $300 when it launched in 2023. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Ping G430 MAX specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Ping |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2023 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $300 |
| Loft options | 15°, 18°, 21°, 24° |
| Head size | 176 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Face material | Maraging steel |
| Type | Max forgiveness |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | Ultra |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 70 to 105 mph |
| Handicap range | 10 to 36 |
| Key technology | Facewrap technology |
No longer made: look for it used.
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- 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.
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Where the fit profile comes from
All fit values here are our own ratings.
| Type | max-forgiveness | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | high | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Our rating |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | ultra | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 10-36 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 70-105 mph | Our rating |
Who the Ping G430 MAX suits
- Golfers who want a wood that is easy to hit from the turf.
- Above 105 mph is outside the swing speed range we rate it for.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Ping G430 MAX
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Callaway Quantum Max FastCallaway2026 · $430 · 70 to 105 mph
- Cobra OPTM MAXCobra2026 · $329 · 70 to 105 mph
- TaylorMade Qi4D MaxTaylorMade2026 · $380 · 70 to 105 mph
- Callaway Elyte Max FastCallaway2025 · $350 · 70 to 105 mph
Ping G430 MAX: common questions
Who is the Ping G430 MAX for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 70 to 105 mph and handicaps of 10 to 36. Golfers who want a wood that is easy to hit from the turf.
How much does the Ping G430 MAX cost?
It listed at about $300 at launch in 2023. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Ping G430 MAX forgiving?
Its MOI rating is ultra.
What are alternatives to the Ping G430 MAX?
Similar fairway woods in our catalog include the Callaway Quantum Max Fast (2026), the Cobra OPTM MAX (2026), the TaylorMade Qi4D Max (2026) and the Callaway Elyte Max Fast (2025).
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