Maltby KE4 MAX-F
The Maltby KE4 MAX-F is a super game-improvement iron set from 2025. It is forged. It has moderate offset, a medium topline and a medium sole. It is rated for swing speeds of 65 to 100 mph and handicaps of 18 to 36. It listed at $510 when it launched in 2025.
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Maltby KE4 MAX-F specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Maltby |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 |
| Status | Current |
| Approx. launch price | $510 |
| Type | Super game improvement |
| Construction | Forged |
| Material | 1025C carbon steel with internal CMC inserts and polymer fill (4-8) |
| Set make-up | 4-PW, AW, GW |
| 7-iron loft | 28° |
| Offset | Moderate |
| Topline | Medium |
| Sole width | Medium |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 65 to 100 mph |
| Handicap range | 18 to 36 |
| Forgiveness rating | 10 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 2 out of 10 |
| Feel rating | 8 out of 10 |
| Key technology | 5-step forging, internal CMC inserts, polymer-filled long and mid irons |
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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 golfworks.com
Model confirmed on golfworks.com, ralphmaltby.com
Where the fit profile comes from
5 of 9 fit values come from Maltby or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings.
| Type | super-game-improvement | Maltby says “offer a unique combination of increased distance and Super Game Improvement playability” |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | high | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Our rating |
| Forgiveness | 10 | Rule R-IRN-FORG |
| Workability | 2 | Rule R-IRN-WORK |
| Handicap window | 18-36 | Rule R-IRN-HCP |
| Swing speed window | 65-100 mph | Our rating |
Who the Maltby KE4 MAX-F suits
- Golfers who want the most help the category offers, including more launch and a wide sole.
- Its workability rating is 2 out of 10, so it is not the club for shaping shots on purpose.
- Above 100 mph is outside the swing speed range we rate it for.
Similar to the Maltby KE4 MAX-F
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Tour Edge Hot Launch Max DTour Edge2026 · $600 · 50 to 90 mph
- Cobra 3DP XCobra2026 · $2,310 · 65 to 105 mph
- Maltby STi2 GEN 2Maltby2025 · $250 · 60 to 95 mph
- Cobra BAFFLERCobra2025 · $899 · 50 to 85 mph
Maltby KE4 MAX-F: common questions
Who is the Maltby KE4 MAX-F for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 65 to 100 mph and handicaps of 18 to 36. Golfers who want the most help the category offers, including more launch and a wide sole.
How much does the Maltby KE4 MAX-F cost?
It listed at about $510 at launch in 2025.
Is the Maltby KE4 MAX-F forgiving?
We rate its forgiveness 10 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Maltby KE4 MAX-F?
Similar irons in our catalog include the Tour Edge Hot Launch Max D (2026), the Cobra 3DP X (2026), the Maltby STi2 GEN 2 (2025) and the Cobra BAFFLER (2025).
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