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IronsPING G440 IronsSpecs and who they suit
Updated: Nov 1, 2026Contains affiliate links
PING released this iron on Mar 6, 2025, pairing a distance-oriented design with a 29° 7-iron and a thick sole that helps on fat shots. Shaft choices are wide, with three graphite and five steel options, so you can match your strength. Prices start at JPY 31,900 per club, about JPY 190,000 for a six-piece graphite set. PING fits lie angle with a color code, so my view is: if you buy, get measured in a shop first.
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PING G440 Irons
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What I found hitting it:I hit the 29° graphite 7-iron for about 40 balls on a TrackMan at Dynamic Golf Shinjuku in March 2026, then played one round at Narashino Country Club with a friend's set in May (head speed 38 m/s). It carried 168 yards, 8 yards farther than my usual 7-iron (ZXi5, 31°) at 160. But the launch was low at 17.2°, it wouldn't stop on the green, and I overshot three holes.
PING G440 Irons review: who it is for, in 30 seconds
| If you | This pick | Test status | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golfers who hit a lot of fat shots, and those who want to slice less | #2 / IronsPING G440 Irons The wide sole helps on fat shots, and the 29° 7-iron adds distance. Broad shaft options let you match your strength. | 1 club: graphite ¥31,900 / steel ¥29,700 (incl. tax, official, checked Sep 12, 2026) |
3 key points about this model
Point 1: 7-iron loft is 29°
The 7-iron loft is 29°, the strongest of the five models here (so it's set up for distance)
Point 2: Priced per club
Priced per club. You can add clubs as you need them, but a 6-club set in graphite comes to about ¥190,000
Point 3: A high-density weight on the toe side of the back face, plus a shallow design
A high-density weight sits on the toe side of the back face, with a shallow design
PING G440 Irons specs and price in Japan
| Set makeup | 4I–9I, PW, UW, 52, 56 |
|---|---|
| Loft | 4I=19 / 5I=22 / 6I=25.5 / 7I=29 / 8I=33 / 9I=37 / PW=42 / UW=47° |
| Material | Hyper 17-4 stainless steel, Hydropearl chrome finish |
| Stock shaft | Choice of shafts (ALTA J CB BLUE / AWT 3.0 LITE / various N.S.PRO / MODUS3 TOUR 105 and more) |
| Pricing unit | Per club (no set price) |
| Release date | Mar 6, 2025 |
PING G440 Irons pros and cons
Pros
- 29° 7-iron for distance. The wide sole also resists fat shots
- Wide shaft choice (3 graphite, 5 steel), so you can match your strength
- From ¥31,900 for 1 club. Buy only the clubs you need
Cons
- Priced per club. A 6-club set in graphite comes to about ¥190,000
- The draw-biased offset head won't suit golfers worried about misses to the left
- The official site doesn't classify the construction (hollow, forged, etc.), making it hard to compare on equal terms with other models
What I learned hitting the G440 7-iron
I hit the 29° graphite-shaft 7-iron: about 40 balls on the range in March 2026 (indoors, on a TrackMan) and one round in May with a friend's set (Narashino Country Club, overcast, 2 m wind). Head speed is 38 m/s. I only tried the steel shaft for a few balls in a shop.
| 7-iron | PING G440 29° (graphite) | My usual Srixon ZXi5 31° |
|---|---|---|
| Carry | 168 yards | 160 yards |
| Launch angle | 17.2° | — |
| Spin | 5,700 rpm | 6,500 rpm |
| Land angle | 40° | — |
The 29° carried 8 yards farther. But the launch was 17.2° and the ball flew a bit low, it wouldn't stop on the green, and I overshot three holes. I dropped one club and aimed short. In the end I didn't buy it.
The ZXi5 flies lower than the G440. I don't force it up; I stop the ball with its descent angle. I'm still playing it.
On a slightly fat shot from near the rough, the wide sole helped, and I lost only about 7 yards. From the fairway it plays as usual.
At the standard lie angle the ball wouldn't turn over and went right. A shop adjusted it, and with the lie 1° more upright than standard, my 7-iron carried 167 yards with 6 yards of left-right spread (9 yards at the standard lie). That was in March 2026, about 15 balls. It was better after the adjustment.
The graphite shaft is light. I only tried the steel for a few balls, but the difference in weight was clear. About ¥190,000 for six clubs isn't enough of a gap to make me replace my current set.
If your usual 7-iron is 33° (the same loft as the Titleist T100), the gap is 4°. Using the common rule of thumb of about 2.5 to 3 yards per degree of loft, that's 10 to 12 yards (calculation).
Buying 6 clubs: graphite is ¥31,900 × 6 = ¥191,400, steel is ¥29,700 × 6 = ¥178,200, a difference of ¥13,200 (calculation). It's safest to decide after a demo hit.
What this rating is based on
This rating is based on the maker's official specs (loft, head volume, adjustability) and actual selling prices on Rakuten Ichiba and the official store. The numbers from my own 7-iron hits are in the section above.
Measure 10 balls yourself (free tool)
Check before you buy
The lie angle color code. This is how PING fine-tunes the fit.
If a test shot or two feels long, that may just be the good end of your normal spread. Hit 10 balls with the same club and your distances will vary by 20 yards or more. So hit 10 and look at both the average and the spread.
FAQ (irons)
Will longer-hitting irons lower my scores?
If your 7-iron goes farther but your 8-iron gains just as much, club selection gets no easier. What matters is the distance gap between clubs.
Is it reckless for a mid-handicapper to play players' irons?
Your misses show up more, which gives you more to work on. But they're not for everyone.
Should I buy a set or add individual clubs?
If you want even gaps between clubs, sticking to one series is easier to manage.
About the writer and how this product page was made
Written by a golfer who averages a 72 and plays about 150 rounds a year, and who likes comparing gear numbers side by side.
The rating on this page rests on the makers' official figures. The numbers and impressions from my own 7-iron hits are kept separate, in the section "What I learned hitting the G440 7-iron." The sources of the figures are listed at the end of the page. Check price and stock on each shop's page before you buy.
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