Tater XL5 Pro maple wood bat with baby blue handle, navy barrel and silver oval logo
Slight flared knob and medium handle on the Tater XL5 Pro
MLB ink dot on the handle of the Tater XL5 Pro, certifying straight-grain maple
Silver Tater oval logo under the multi-layered SVS finish on the XL5 Pro barrel
Compressed navy barrel of the Tater XL5 Pro with engraved name and model details
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Tater Baseball

Tater-XL5 Pro

$ 189.99 $ 142.49 Guardar $ 47.50
Bat Feel Slightly End-Loaded
Slightly End-Loaded. A little extra barrel for carry, while staying quick.
Barrel LargeHandle MediumKnob Traditional
  • Built to order · ships in 10–14 business daysExpedited build available · hand-built in Cheshire, CT
  • Shipping calculated at checkoutShips via UPS, FedEx, or USPS
  • 30-day warranty on every Tater® wood batInk dot certified · bone-rubbed · pro-grade maple or birch

A bat built specifically for you

Every Tater® custom bat is turned, finished, and engraved by hand in our Connecticut shop, using the same process as our pro player bats.

  • Free engraving Your name, number, and colors, included on every custom order.
  • Pro wood Hand-selected, ink dot certified maple or birch.
  • High-gloss finish Proprietary coating on every bat for maximum hardness.
  • Hand-split & boned Split with the grain for strength, then bone-rubbed to compress the surface.
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.

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.
Feature Tater® Wood Bat Store-bought bats Other brands
DurabilityBuilt for full-season use. YesBuilt to last NoBreaks down fast VariesVaries by brand and model
Bat popExit velocity off the barrel. YesExplosive & consistent NoWeak exit velocity NoInconsistent
Price pointQuality per dollar. YesPremium that performs NoOverpaying for low quality NoOften overpriced for similar quality
MLB-grade woodProfessional lumber spec. YesPro grade only NoLower grade VariesSome use MLB wood, others choice/select
Pro certifiedInk dot tested to MLB spec. YesCertified pro grade NoNot certified YesCertified
RatingsCustomer star reviews. 5 out of 5 stars5 / 5 3 out of 5 stars3 / 5 4 out of 5 stars4 / 5

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

MEDALLÓN DE LA PERILLA

Incrustados en la parte inferior del pomo, estos medallones sirven para demostrar que usted sobresale.

Cada medallón representa características de identificación (es decir, profesional, aficionado, juvenil) y añade un elemento diferente a nuestros bates para #dejarqueelbatable.

HECHO PARA RENDIR

INGENIERÍA DISTINGUIDA

Nuestro proceso de ingeniería no se parece a ninguna otra compañía de bates. Cada modelo es diseñado y probado para crear la máxima potencia.

Esto nos permite crear el mejor bate del mercado, y nuestro software puede probarlo.

SERIE SVS SIGNATURE

Nuestros bates están acabados con nuestra tecnología de acabado SVS líder en la industria.

Nuestro acabado es insuperable y el más resistente del mercado.

Esto crea un producto extremadamente duradero y aumenta drásticamente la dureza de la superficie, lo que te permite destacar en el plato.

CARACTERÍSTICAS DEL PRODUCTO

ARCE Y ABEDUL CANADIENSE

Nuestros bloques de madera son divididos a mano por los principales productores norteamericanos, cumpliendo con los más altos estándares para bates de béisbol y provienen de bosques de segundo crecimiento anualmente repoblados y gestionados de forma sostenible.

GRABADO PERSONALIZADO

Cada bate personalizado se puede personalizar con un grabado de nombre GRATUITO de su elección.

DISEÑADO PARA EL RENDIMIENTO

Mantenemos nuestros estándares iguales para todos, desde las Ligas Infantiles hasta las Grandes Ligas: todos y cada uno de los bates se fabrican con las mismas especificaciones.

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?
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.

Built to order

Which custom bat is right for you?

Every model is built to your specs. Start with the swing feel, then pick your colors in the builder.

  • 271

    From $ 142.49

    Medium handle · Medium barrel · Flared knob

    Bat Feel Balanced

    Best for: Contact hitters who want the quickest, easiest swing to control.

    5.0 (35) Build the 271

  • X12

    From $ 142.49

    Thin handle · Medium barrel · Flared knob

    Bat Feel Slightly Balanced

    Best for: Contact and gap hitters who need a thin handle to catch up to velocity.

    5.0 (55) Build the X12

  • XZ

    From $ 142.49

    Thin handle · Medium barrel · Flared knob

    Bat Feel Mid-Loaded

    Best for: Hitters moving up to more barrel without giving up thin-handle whip.

    5.0 (9) Build the XZ

  • X4

    From $ 142.49

    Thin handle · Medium-Large barrel · Bell knob

    Bat Feel Mid-Loaded

    Best for: Hitters who want a bigger hitting surface and a bell knob that locks in the bottom hand.

    4.9 (15) Build the X4

  • X6

    From $ 142.49

    Thin handle · Medium-Large barrel · Traditional knob

    Bat Feel Slightly End-Loaded

    Best for: Gap and pull hitters who want a quick thin handle with a little extra barrel.

    4.9 (8) Build the X6
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    XL5

    From $ 142.49

    Medium handle · Large barrel · Traditional knob

    Bat Feel Slightly End-Loaded

    Best for: Power hitters who want the biggest barrel with a neutral medium handle.

    5.0 (21) Selected

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