KBS $-Taper
KBS $-Taper (2017) is a steel iron shaft. It launches low with low spin. It weighs 110 to 130 g, comes in R, R+, S, S+ and X, has a mid-high kick point and 1.5 to 2 degrees of torque. It is rated for swing speeds of 85 to 118 mph. It listed at $40 when it launched in 2017.
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KBS $-Taper specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | KBS |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2017 |
| Status | Current |
| Approx. launch price | $40 |
| Material | Steel |
| Weight | 110 to 130 g |
| Flex options | R, R+, S, S+, X |
| Kick point | Mid-high |
| Torque | 1.5 to 2° |
| Launch | Low |
| Spin | Low |
| Feel | Firm |
| Swing speed range | 85 to 118 mph |
| Profile | Descending weight taper for lower ball flight and reduced spin. Tour-preferred. |
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Who the KBS $-Taper suits
- Golfers who swing between 85 and 118 mph.
- A mid-high kick point leans toward a lower launch.
- Golfers who like a firmer, more stable feel through the swing.
Similar to the KBS $-Taper
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Mitsubishi Chemical MMT Taper IronMitsubishi Chemical2019 · $95 · 80 to 120 mph
- Aerotech SteelFiber i110Aerotech2006 · $85 · 80 to 118 mph
- LA Golf Tour Series 130LA Golf2025 · $159 · 95 to 130 mph
- Nippon N.S.PRO MODUS3 TOUR 125Nippon2015 · $55 · 88 to 122 mph
KBS $-Taper: common questions
Who is the KBS $-Taper for?
Golfers who swing between 85 and 118 mph. A mid-high kick point leans toward a lower launch. Golfers who like a firmer, more stable feel through the swing.
How much does the KBS $-Taper cost?
It listed at about $40 at launch in 2017.
What flexes does the KBS $-Taper come in?
It comes in R, R+, S, S+ and X. It is rated for swing speeds of 85 to 118 mph.
What are alternatives to the KBS $-Taper?
Similar iron shafts in our catalog include the Mitsubishi Chemical MMT Taper Iron (2019), the Aerotech SteelFiber i110 (2006), the LA Golf Tour Series 130 (2025) and the Nippon N.S.PRO MODUS3 TOUR 125 (2015).
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