KBS $-Taper Lite
The KBS $-Taper Lite is a steel iron shaft from 2019. It weighs 95 to 120 g, comes in R, S and X, has a mid kick point and 1.8 to 2.6 degrees of torque. It launches mid-height with moderate spin. It is rated for swing speeds of 65 to 105 mph. It listed at $50 when it launched in 2019.
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KBS $-Taper Lite specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | KBS |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2019 |
| Status | Current |
| Approx. launch price | $50 |
| Material | Steel |
| Weight | 95 to 120 g |
| Flex options | R, S, X |
| Kick point | Mid |
| Torque | 1.8 to 2.6° |
| Launch | Mid |
| Spin | Mid |
| Feel | Medium |
| Swing speed range | 65 to 105 mph |
| Profile | Lighter $-Taper profile for mid launch and smooth stability. |
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Where these specs come from
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Specs read from kbsgolfshafts.com
Model confirmed on dlancegolf.com, kbsgolfshafts.com, thegolfwire.com
Where the fit profile comes from
All fit values here are our own ratings.
| Launch | mid | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spin | mid | Our rating |
| Kick point | mid | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 65-105 mph | Our rating |
Who the KBS $-Taper Lite suits
- Golfers who swing between 65 and 105 mph.
- A mid kick point sits in the middle for launch.
- Above 105 mph is outside the swing speed range we rate it for.
Similar to the KBS $-Taper Lite
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Fujikura MCIFujikura2025 · $120 · 60 to 110 mph
- LA Golf A-SeriesLA Golf2022 · $115 · 55 to 110 mph
- True Temper AMT BlackTrue Temper2017 · $40 · 70 to 105 mph
- Fujikura PRO IronFujikura2014 · $65 · 55 to 110 mph
KBS $-Taper Lite: common questions
Who is the KBS $-Taper Lite for?
Golfers who swing between 65 and 105 mph. A mid kick point sits in the middle for launch.
How much does the KBS $-Taper Lite cost?
It listed at about $50 at launch in 2019.
What flexes does the KBS $-Taper Lite come in?
It comes in R, S and X. It is rated for swing speeds of 65 to 105 mph.
What are alternatives to the KBS $-Taper Lite?
Similar iron shafts in our catalog include the Fujikura MCI (2025), the LA Golf A-Series (2022), the True Temper AMT Black (2017) and the Fujikura PRO Iron (2014).
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