Callaway launch new XR OS Hybrids and Irons

Callaway’s XR irons were top sellers in 2015 thanks to a combination of great looks, forgiveness and distance. Now the range is getting even more user-friendly with the addition of an oversize set.

It joins the existing XR and XR Pro models in the line, but adds a new Cup Face design, progressive lengths and lofts, a different CG location and wider soles.

R&D boss Alan Hocknell said: “We’ve taken our Cup 360 technology that’s redefined ball speed in the category and we’ve made it even faster. And with the multi-piece construction we’ve implemented a new heat treatment in the face cup for even more ball speed, with a soft heat treatment on the body for better feel.”

Details: RRP (seven irons) £599 (s), £749 (g).

Built for distance
Already used in the Big Bertha, Apes and XR irons, the 360° Cup Face allows for a larger, unsupported face, which creates faster ball speeds across more of that area. In the OS, a new heat treatment in the face cup is said to increase ball speed even further.  

Tons of forgiveness
The center of gravity is lower and further back than other XR irons, making it easier to get a ball in the air.  The soles are also wider to give you more forgiveness. Progressive lengths and lofts equal more carry distance from each club – the 5-iron is 25°, the 7 32° and the 9 40°. 

Hybrids make up the set
Specifically-designed hybrids (below) can replace irons for the ever-growing numbers of players who need that help. 

Callaway Launch XR OS Hybrid

Specifically-designed hybrids can replace irons for the ever-growing numbers of players who need that help. A Forged Hyper Speed Face Cup is built to give more speed and forgiveness across the face, so you get the most distance out of each shot. 

A Forged Hyper Speed Face Cup is built to give more speed and forgiveness across the face, so you get the most distance out of each shot. The oversize head creates more inertia for max forgiveness. It has a look that gives you confidence over the ball, and it’s draw biased to curb that fade.

Details: RRP £169. Available as 3 (19°), 4 (22°), 5 (25°), 6 (28°) and 7 (31°).