This image displays the Tater XL5, a custom wood bat that blends from a rich navy blue into a soft baby blue along its length. With a slight end-load, it's sized at 31, 32, or 33 inches with a minus drop-3 weight, striking the perfect balance for hitters who want both power and finesse.
Blue baseball bat with thin handle, flared knob, MLB certified, handcrafted in USA, seamless decal
Blue Tater Pro Maple baseball bat with multi-layered finish, compressed barrel, and engraved details for performance.
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Tater Baseball

Tater-XL5 Pro

$ 189.99
A bat built specifically for you
Every TATER® custom bat is turned, finished, and engraved by hand in our Connecticut shop — same MLB-grade process as our pro player bats. No shortcuts.
FREE ENGRAVING
Your name, number, and colors — included at no extra cost on every custom order.
MLB-GRADE WOOD
Ink dot certified maple or birch — hand-split, bone-rubbed, and finished to pro standards.
HANDMADE IN THE USA
Turned and finished one bat at a time in our Connecticut shop. Ships in 10–14 business days. Expedited options available.
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10+ years. Same process. No shortcuts. Tater custom bats are held to the same standard as our MLB player bats — ink dot certified, bone-rubbed, and backed by a 30-day warranty.
Limited time bonus: Get a FREE grip of your choice with this bat. Add any grip to your cart and enter code FREEGRIP at checkout.
El caballo de batalla del bateador de poder
El Tater XL5 Pro es un bate de madera con carga en el extremo construido sobre la silueta AP5 — mango mediano, barril grande, ligera carga en el extremo. Un diseño de barril alargado que brinda a los bateadores de poder una mayor superficie de impacto para trabajar y el peso de swing necesario para golpear la pelota con autoridad.
Barril alargado
La longitud extendida del barril aumenta la superficie de impacto y empuja la masa hacia el extremo — más espacio para conectar y más fuerza al hacerlo.
Ligera carga en el extremo
Suficiente carga en el extremo para sentir el barril a través de la zona sin sacrificar la velocidad del bate — el punto de equilibrio que separa a los bateadores potentes de los que tienen un swing lento.
Madera de grado profesional
Disponible en arce o abedul — con punto de tinta certificado, cortado a mano y frotado con hueso con el mismo estándar que los bates de jugadores de la MLB que enviamos desde nuestra tienda de Connecticut.
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Utilizado por Yan Gomes a nivel de las Grandes Ligas — el XL5 está diseñado para bateadores de poder que necesitan un bate que resista una temporada completa de uso exigente.
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Tater XL5 Pro — El caballo de batalla del bateador de poder

El Tater XL5 Pro es un bate de madera con carga en el extremo construido sobre la silueta AP5 — uno de los perfiles de bates de poder más confiables en el béisbol profesional. Tomamos ese perfil y agregamos un barril alargado que brinda a los bateadores más superficie de contacto, y una ligera carga en el extremo que crea un impulso natural a través de la zona de bateo. Es el bate ideal para los bateadores que quieren sentir el barril trabajando y aún así mantener suficiente velocidad de swing para manejar la velocidad.

El mango mediano y el pomo ligeramente acampanado le dan al agarre una sensación cómoda y neutra — nada que luche contra las manos, solo el bate haciendo su trabajo.

Por qué los bateadores de poder eligen el XL5 Pro

El XL5 es el modelo con carga en el extremo más solicitado de Tater, y Yan Gomes — quien ha utilizado bates Tater Players Weekend a nivel de Grandes Ligas — es uno de los bateadores que ha ayudado a probar el perfil. Es la misma madera, la misma lógica de torneado y el mismo acabado a mano que los bates que cortamos para los bateadores de la MLB, MiLB y la División I de béisbol universitario. Propiedad familiar desde 2014, 500-600 bates a la semana, proveedor de la MLB — esa es la tienda a la que le está haciendo un pedido cuando agrega un XL5 al carrito.

¿Arce o abedul?

El arce le brinda la superficie de golpe más dura y el sonido de "pop" más limpio; el abedul se flexiona un poco más y es más indulgente con los golpes fallidos, lo que muchos bateadores de escuela secundaria y universitarios prefieren. De cualquier manera, el XL5 está diseñado con carga en el extremo y barril grande — eso no cambia con la especie de madera. Lea más en nuestra guía de Arce vs Abedul vs Fresno.

Especificaciones

  • Base del modelo: Silueta AP5 (alargada)
  • Pomo: Ligeramente acampanado
  • Mango: Mediano
  • Barril: Grande (alargado)
  • Sensación: Ligera carga en el extremo
  • Madera: Arce o Abedul (certificado con punto de tinta, cortado a mano, frotado con hueso)
  • Longitud: 31"–34" (a elección del comprador)
  • Fabricado en: Cheshire, Connecticut, EE. UU.
  • Tiempo de entrega: Aproximadamente 4 semanas
  • Garantía: Garantía limitada de 30 días incluida

¿No está seguro de que el XL5 sea su modelo?

Utilice el Buscador de bates para confirmar la longitud, la caída y la sensación. Consulte la Tabla de tallas de bates de madera antes de comprometerse, o explore el resto de la línea de Bates de madera con carga en el extremo personalizados. ¿Quiere especificar sus propios colores y grabados en la silueta XL5? Diríjase al Creador de bates de madera personalizados.

Hecho en Connecticut, usado en la MLB.

LIMITLESS OPTIONS

Below are examples of colors you can mix and match.

Every color can be paired with a different color handle and barrel.

You can use this as a reference to get creative with your custom wood bat!

Tater™ vs Other Brands
There's a reason Pros are switching to swing Tater™
Most wood bats are made for retail shelves — lower-grade lumber, bulk machining, inconsistent pop. The Tater™ Wood Bat is hand-split, hand-finished, and bone-rubbed to MLB standards.
✓ Higher density wood lasts longer and provides better "pop" off the barrel.
✓ Ink dot tested to prove our bats meet professional standards.
✓ Hand-split wood follows the natural grain, making bats stronger, more durable, and less likely to break.
✓ Bone rubbing compresses the wood fibers, making the bat harder, improving durability, and increasing ball exit speeds.
TATER® WOOD BAT STORE BOUGHT BATS OTHER BRANDS
DurabilityBuilt for full-season use. ✓Built to last ✕Breaks down fast ⚠Varies by brand and model
Bat PopExit velocity off the barrel. ✓Explosive & consistent ✕Weak exit velocity ✕Inconsistent
Price PointQuality per dollar. ✓Premium that performs ✕Overpaying for low quality ✕Often overpriced for similar quality
MLB-Grade WoodProfessional lumber spec. ✓Pro grade only ✕Lower grade ⚠Some use MLB wood, others choice/select
Pro CertifiedInk dot tested to MLB spec. ✓Certified pro grade ✕Not certified ✓Certified
RatingsCustomer star reviews. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐5 / 5 ⭐⭐⭐3 / 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐4 / 5
Durability
Tater®✓Built to last
Store✕Breaks fast
Others⚠Varies
Bat Pop
Tater®✓Explosive
Store✕Weak EV
Others✕Inconsistent
Price Point
Tater®✓Premium
Store✕Overpaying
Others✕Overpriced
MLB-Grade Wood
Tater®✓Pro grade
Store✕Lower grade
Others⚠Varies
Pro Certified
Tater®✓Certified
Store✕Not certified
Others✓Certified
Ratings
Tater®⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐5 / 5
Store⭐⭐⭐3 / 5
Others⭐⭐⭐⭐4 / 5
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When you swing wood, the difference isn't subtle. Every Tater® bat is hand-split, hand-finished, ink dot certified, and bone-rubbed to MLB spec — backed by a 30-day warranty.

TATER KONG

KNOB MEDALLION

Embedded to the bottom of the knob, these medallions are to show that you stand out.

Each medallion signifies identifying characteristics (i.e. pro, amateur, youth) and adds a different element to our bats to #letthatsticktalk.

MADE TO PERFORM

DISTINGUISHED ENGINEERING

Our engineering process is nothing like any other bat company. Each model is engineered and tested to create maximum output.

This allows us to create the best bat on the market, and our software can prove it.

SVS SIGNATURE SERIES

Our Bats are all finished with our industry leading SVS finish technology.

Our finish is second to none and the hardest in the game.

This creates an extremely durable product and drastically increases the surface hardness allowing you to impress at the plate.

PRODUCT FEATURES

CANADIAN MAPLE & BIRCH

Our wood billets are hand-split by top North American producers, meeting the highest baseball bat standards and sourced from annually replenished, sustainably managed second-growth forests.

PERSONALIZED ENGRAVING

Each custom bat has the ability to be customized with a FREE name engraving of your choice.

DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE

We keep our standards the same for everyone, from Little League to the Majors - each and every bat is made to the same spec.

LET THAT STICK TALK
WE PLAY FOR KEEPS
THE BRAND FOR THE MODERN BALLPLAYER
LET THAT STICK TALK
WE PLAY FOR KEEPS
THE BRAND FOR THE MODERN BALLPLAYER
LET THAT STICK TALK
WE PLAY FOR KEEPS
THE BRAND FOR THE MODERN BALLPLAYER

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of hitter is the Tater XL5 Pro built for?
The XL5 Pro is built for power hitters. It pairs an elongated barrel with a slight end load — that combination gives you more hitting surface and natural momentum through the zone, which is what you want when you're trying to drive the ball. Contact hitters and hitters still building bat speed are usually better off in a balanced profile like the 271; the XL5 rewards hitters who can already work a heavier feel.
Is the XL5 Pro closer to an AP5 or a 243?
The XL5 is built on the AP5 silhouette — large barrel, slight end load, medium handle, slight flare knob. It's the same overall profile pro hitters know from the AP5 family, with Tater's own elongated-barrel adjustment for a touch more hitting surface. The 243 is similar in feel but typically runs a bigger knob and a more dramatic taper; the XL5 sits between an AP5 and a 243 in hand feel, closer to the AP5.
What's the lead time on a Tater XL5 Pro?
The XL5 Pro is a custom build, turned and finished in our Connecticut shop. Standard production time runs about 10-14 business days (2-3 weeks) from order to ship. If you need a bat sooner than that, check our ready-to-ship stock bats — same wood, same finishing, in stock and out the door in days.
What size wood bat should I order?
Length ranges from 30"–34". Drop weight (length-to-weight ratio) ranges from -3 to +2. Drop weight is the difference between bat length in inches and bat weight in ounces — a -3 drop means a 34" bat weighs 31 oz. Most adult hitters use 32"–34" at a -2 or -3 drop. Most BBCOR-certified leagues (high school, NCAA) require -3. For a personalized recommendation by height, weight, and league, use our Wood Bat Size Chart at /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 is available, typically starting at 12 bats. Contact our team sales desk with your spec, roster size, and timing through /pages/contact-us and we'll send a custom quote within one business day. The more bats in the order, the better the per-unit pricing scales.
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?
30-day limited warranty on structural cracking under normal field use. To qualify, the bat must be a 2021 model year or later, you must be the original purchaser with proof of purchase from an authorized Tater dealer, and you must have followed our hitting guidelines (no cage-style dimpled balls, no storage in extreme heat or cold like a car trunk, no excessive moisture exposure). Full warranty terms and care guidelines at /pages/tater-wooden-bat-warranty.
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?
Every Tater maple and birch bat carries an ink dot near the handle as proof of MLB-grade slope-of-grain certification. The ink dot's bleed pattern reveals whether the wood grain runs cleanly along the bat's long axis — a tight bleed means safe, MLB-spec slope; a fast bleed means rejected billet. The dot is the visible proof every bat passed inspection before leaving our shop.