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Tater Baseball

Tater® Torpedo Wood Bat

$ 199.99 $ 149.99 Save $ 50.00
Bat Feel Balanced
Balanced. Even weight from knob to barrel. Quick, easy to control, forgiving on inside pitches.
5 in stock
Length: 31"
Drop Weight: -2 (Drop 2) - Recommended
Custom Engraving:

The Tater® Torpedo Wood Bat is built for advanced hitters who want better barrel control without giving up power. The Torpedo Bat loads more wood mass into the sweet spot while shifting weight closer to the hands. The result is a balanced-feel bat with faster swing speeds and a more controlled whip through the zone. Hand-built in the USA in pro-grade maple.

WHAT MAKES THE TATER® TORPEDO WOOD BAT DIFFERENT

The Torpedo profile reshapes how bat mass is distributed. Traditional wood bats push weight out toward the barrel end. The Torpedo concentrates mass into the sweet spot itself — the area where most contact actually happens. That redistribution lets hitters keep the bat speed of a balanced-feel build while delivering the pop of a heavier barrel.

The end of the Torpedo tapers off. Outside pitches are harder to square up because of that taper. But if you have a clean, repeatable swing, this is one of the most rewarding wood bats in the lineup. It rakes.

WHY WE RECOMMEND THE -2 DROP

The Torpedo's mass redistribution gives it a slightly lighter wood density than a standard turn profile. To reduce break risk, we recommend swinging the Torpedo in a Drop 2 (the heavier option). Drop 3 is available, but Drop 2 will get you more durability through a full season.

SPECS AT A GLANCE

  • Wood species: Maple
  • Knob: Flared
  • Handle: Thin
  • Barrel: Medium
  • Feel: Balanced
  • Swing weight: -2 recommended (-3 optional)
  • Warranty: 30-day
  • Color: Black stain (standard)
  • Made in: USA

CUSTOMIZE THE TORPEDO

This Torpedo comes in our very popular black stain finish. Looking for a different color? Or want to spec a different length or drop? Head to our Custom Torpedo Bat Builder to build the bat to your spec.

WHO SHOULD SWING THE TORPEDO

The Torpedo is built for advanced hitters who already know their swing path. The unique mass distribution rewards clean, repeatable mechanics. It's not a forgiving bat for hitters still learning to find the barrel consistently. If you're a contact hitter or middle-of-the-order bat who lives in the sweet spot, this is the build to try. New to wood? Start with our Tater-X12 PRO contact-hitter model instead, then graduate to the Torpedo once your swing is locked in.

BUILT IN CHESHIRE, CT

Tater Baseball® hand-builds wood bats for pro, college, and amateur hitters. The Torpedo carries the same craft standard as every Tater pro-grade bat. Browse the Custom Wood Bat Builder for additional turn profiles, or read the Wood Bat Size Chart before sizing.
Length: 31"
Drop Weight: -2 (Drop 2) - Recommended

Product information

Crafted from premium-grade maple, our stock bat stands the test of time, game after game. Its precise grain alignment ensures unparalleled durability, letting you swing with confidence and power.

Trusted by professionals, our wood bats are a testament to Tater Baseball's commitment to excellence and innovation in baseball equipment. Our bats are chosen by MLB players for their quality and performance, making our bat a choice you can trust.

Designed for balance and a superior sweet spot, optimizing your swing for maximum power and precision. Its weight distribution is meticulously engineered to enhance your performance at the plate, making every hit count.

ESPN Tonight Feature:

Jeremy Schaap visited Tater Baseball in Cheshire, Connecticut to discuss the idea of a torpedo bat and shows how they’re made.

Custom Tater Torpedo wood baseball bats displayed in vibrant color options, showcasing personalized engravings and unique barrel finishes for game-ready use.

looking for it in a different color?

MAKE THE TORPEDO UNIQUELY YOURS

Use our custom wood bat builder to mix and match colors!

MAKE YOUR DESIGN
🆚 Tater® vs. Everyone Else
🪵 Built Different. Proven Better.
We don't build wood bats for the shelf — we build them for the box. Every bat is hand-selected, hand-split, and bone-rubbed to outlast and outperform what everyone else is selling.
TATER® Typical Brands Retail / Store
MLB-Grade WoodProfessional lumber standards ✓Pro grade only ~Select or choice ✕Lower grade
ManufacturingHand-split · bone-rubbed ✓Handcrafted ✕Machine cut ✕Mass produced
DurabilityHigh-density compressed fibers ✓Built to last ~Varies by model ✕Breaks down fast
Barrel PopConsistent exit velocity ✓Explosive & consistent ~Inconsistent ✕Weak exit velos
Pro CertificationInk dot tested ✓Certified pro grade ~Some models ✕Not certified
ValueQuality per swing ✓Premium that performs ~Overpriced for quality ✕Cheap materials
WarrantyBacked by the manufacturer ✓30-day guarantee ~Varies ✕Limited or none
MLB-Grade Wood
Tater®✓Pro grade only
Typical Brands~Select or choice
Retail / Store✕Lower grade
Manufacturing
Tater®✓Handcrafted
Typical Brands✕Machine cut
Retail / Store✕Mass produced
Durability
Tater®✓Built to last
Typical Brands~Varies by model
Retail / Store✕Breaks down fast
Barrel Pop
Tater®✓Explosive & consistent
Typical Brands~Inconsistent
Retail / Store✕Weak exit velos
Pro Certification
Tater®✓Certified pro grade
Typical Brands~Some models
Retail / Store✕Not certified
Value
Tater®✓Premium that performs
Typical Brands~Overpriced
Retail / Store✕Cheap materials
Warranty
Tater®✓30-day guarantee
Typical Brands~Varies
Retail / Store✕Limited or none
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When you swing wood, the difference isn't subtle. Tater® bats are held to the same standard as our MLB player bats — ink dot certified, bone-rubbed, and backed by a 30-day warranty.

TRUSTED BY PROS

USED IN THE BIG LEAGUES AND INTERNATIONALLY

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a torpedo bat and how is it different from a traditional wood bat?
A torpedo bat redistributes mass in the barrel — instead of the traditional design that puts most of the weight at the end of the bat, a torpedo concentrates the mass at the hitter's natural impact zone. The result is a larger sweet spot, more forgiveness on mis-hits, and explosive pop on contact, but with the swing speed of a balanced bat instead of an end-loaded one. The shape became famous when MLB hitters started using it during the 2025 season.
Why do you recommend Drop 2 for the Torpedo?
The Torpedo's mass redistribution gives it a slightly lighter wood density than a standard turn profile. To reduce break risk, we recommend swinging the Torpedo in a Drop 2 (the heavier option). Drop 3 is available, but Drop 2 will give you more durability through a full season.
Who should swing the Torpedo?
The Torpedo is built for advanced hitters who already know their swing path. The unique mass distribution rewards clean, repeatable mechanics. It's not a forgiving bat for hitters still learning to find the barrel consistently. If you're a contact hitter or middle-of-the-order bat who lives in the sweet spot, this is the build to try. New to wood? Start with our Tater-X12 PRO contact-hitter model instead, then graduate to the Torpedo once your swing is locked in.
What size wood bat should I order?
Most high school, college, and adult hitters swing 32"–34" at a -3 drop, meaning the weight in ounces is 3 less than the length in inches (a 33" bat weighs about 30 oz). Youth players usually swing 26"–31" depending on age. Between sizes? Go shorter: a bat you can control beats a bat you can't. Switching from metal? Wood swings heavier at the same length, so a balanced model like the X12 or 271 is a good start. Wood bats are allowed in most high school, college, and adult leagues (BBCOR certification applies to metal and composite bats, not wood), but rules vary, so check your league's rulebook. For a recommendation by height, weight, and level, see our Wood Bat Size Chart at www.taterbaseball.com/pages/wood-bat-size-chart
What types of wood are Tater bats made from?
Hard maple and yellow birch — both MLB-grade. Maple has been the pro standard for over 20 years: densest, hardest hitting surface, biggest pop on clean contact, but a smaller sweet spot and less forgiveness on mis-hits. Birch sits between maple and ash — similar density to maple with more flex on impact, which makes it more forgiving on mis-hits and a smart starting point for hitters transitioning from metal to wood. Read the full breakdown in our Maple vs Birch vs Ash guide at /blogs/the-lumber-yard/differences-between-maple-birch-and-ash-bats.
Do you offer discounts for team or bulk orders?
Yes. Team and bulk pricing starts at 12 bats, and team engraving is available. Send your models, sizes, roster count, and when you need them to contact@taterbaseball.com or through /pages/contact-us, and we'll send a quote within one business day. The bigger the order, the better the price per bat.
Are Tater bats suitable for professional play?
Yes. Tater Baseball is an MLB-supplier wood bat company — our bats are swung by professional players at the highest level of the game. There is no separate "consumer-grade" production line. The same MLB-grade billets, the same hand-finishing process, and the same QA standards apply to every retail bat we ship as to the bats we cut for pro hitters.
What is the warranty on Tater wood bats?
Every Tater wood bat has a 30-day warranty against cracking from normal use, starting on the delivery date. It covers bats bought on taterbaseball.com, at our Cheshire store, or from an authorized dealer like Better Baseball. If your bat cracks, email contact@taterbaseball.com with your order number and photos, and we'll replace it. To keep it valid, don't hit dimpled cage balls, don't store the bat in a hot car or garage, and don't sand or modify the handle. Unused stock bats can also be returned or exchanged within 30 days; custom and engraved bats are final sale. Full details: https://www.taterbaseball.com/pages/tater-wooden-bat-warranty and /policies/refund-policy.
Why are wood bats cupped at the end?
Cupping is a small concave dish drilled into the end of the barrel. It removes a few grams of mass from the very tip, which shifts the bat's balance point slightly toward the hands and makes the swing feel quicker through the zone. Tater hand-cups each bat, and our process allows for variable cup depths to dial in feel without compromising end-cap strength — which actually reduces the risk of chips and cracks on inside pitches.
What is the black dot on the handle?
The ink dot is a quality check. Before a billet becomes a Tater bat, we test the straightness of its grain by placing a drop of ink on the handle and watching how it spreads along the grain. Straight grain is stronger and less likely to break. The dot that stays on the handle shows the bat passed that test before it left our shop. Every Tater maple and birch bat carries one.