Project X Catalyst
Project X Catalyst (2018) is a graphite iron shaft. It launches high with moderate spin. It weighs 60 to 100 g, comes in 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 and 6.5, has a mid-low kick point and 2.5 to 4 degrees of torque. It is rated for swing speeds of 55 to 100 mph. It listed at $75 when it launched in 2018. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Project X Catalyst specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Project X |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $75 |
| Material | Graphite |
| Weight | 60 to 100 g |
| Flex options | 5.0, 5.5, 6.0, 6.5 |
| Kick point | Mid-low |
| Torque | 2.5 to 4° |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Feel | Medium |
| Swing speed range | 55 to 100 mph |
| Profile | Graphite iron shaft for players needing lighter weight and launch without loose feel. |
No longer made: look for it used.
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Where these specs come from
Verified. Two or more separate pages show this model exists, and its specs were read from a source page.
Specs read from thegolfwire.com, truetemper.com
Model confirmed on golfdigest.com, thegolfwire.com, truetemper.com
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Where it ranks in our fitting
We run the same ranking as the fitting on example golfers: men, moderate tempo, mid trajectory, no budget and no usual miss, at 70 to 110 mph and 5, 15 and 25 handicaps.
- Top pick in our fitting for golfers of any handicap swinging about 90 mph
Who the Project X Catalyst suits
- Golfers who swing between 55 and 100 mph.
- A mid-low kick point leans toward a higher launch.
- Above 100 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 Project X Catalyst
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- KBS Tour LiteKBS2022 · $45 · 60 to 100 mph
- Accra iSteel BlueAccra2026 · $80 · 65 to 100 mph
- Nippon N.S.PRO 950GHNippon1999 · $30 · 70 to 100 mph
- True Temper AMT RedTrue Temper2017 · $40 · 60 to 95 mph
Project X Catalyst: common questions
Who is the Project X Catalyst for?
Golfers who swing between 55 and 100 mph. A mid-low kick point leans toward a higher launch.
How much does the Project X Catalyst cost?
It listed at about $75 at launch in 2018. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
What flexes does the Project X Catalyst come in?
It comes in 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 and 6.5. It is rated for swing speeds of 55 to 100 mph.
What are alternatives to the Project X Catalyst?
Similar iron shafts in our catalog include the KBS Tour Lite (2022), the Accra iSteel Blue (2026), the Nippon N.S.PRO 950GH (1999) and the True Temper AMT Red (2017).
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