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Tater Baseball
Tater-243 Pro
Bat Feel
Most End-Loaded
Most End-Loaded. Max weight in the barrel. Built for strength hitters who want the heaviest swing feel.
Barrel Extra-LargeHandle ThinKnob Traditional
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Built to order · ships in 10–14 business daysExpedited build available · hand-built in Cheshire, CT
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Shipping calculated at checkoutShips via UPS, FedEx, or USPS
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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.
Tater 243 Pro: The Big Barrel Wood Bat for Maximum Power
The heaviest big-barrel wood bat in our lineup. The extra-large barrel and end-loaded weight distribution put more mass further down the bat, the kind of swing weight power hitters feel at contact. It isn't for everyone, but for the right hitter it's the most dangerous bat we make.
Why the thin handle matters
With a thicker handle, that barrel would slow the swing down. The thin handle keeps bat speed up so all that mass turns into exit velocity, and the traditional knob stays neutral so aggressive hitters can commit fully through the zone.
Maple or birch?
Maple gives the hardest hitting surface and the cleanest pop off the barrel. Birch flexes a touch more and forgives mis-hits, which many high school and college hitters prefer. The 243 swings the same in either wood. Compare maple, birch and ash.
Find your model
Want a 243-style barrel with a flared knob and medium handle? The I13 Pro. Want power with a lighter end load? The XL5 Pro. Still deciding? Take the Bat Finder or check the Wood Bat Size Chart.
Product information
Find your bat length
Go by level of play.
- College / Adult33"–34"
- HS Junior / SeniorPopular33"
- HS Fresh. / Soph.Popular32"
- 7th–8th grade31"32" if experienced hitter
Younger player? Shop youth wood bats
Half sizes too: 31.5", 32.5", 33.5" and 34.5". Between two lengths? Take the half size in between.
Weight: most adult wood bats are -3, so a 33" bat weighs about 30 oz.
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
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of hitter is the Tater 243 Pro built for?
The 243 Pro is built for experienced power hitters. The extra-large barrel and end-loaded weight distribution put more mass down at the contact zone, which creates more momentum and more exit velocity when you square the ball up — but it also requires bat speed and timing to handle. Contact hitters and hitters still building strength are usually better served by a balanced profile like the X4 or X24; the 243 rewards hitters who can already work a heavier-feeling bat.
How does the 243 compare to the XL5 or X6?
All three are end-loaded, but the 243 is the most aggressive. The XL5 is built on the AP5 silhouette with a slight flare knob and a slight end load — a power profile that doesn't punish you for not being a slugger. The X6 is built on the 141 turn with an extra-long barrel and slow taper — end-loaded but versatile across hitting styles. The 243 is the heaviest of the three: extra-large barrel, traditional knob, thin handle, and the most pronounced end-load feel. If the XL5 is the standard power play and the X6 is the versatile one, the 243 is the full commitment.
What's the lead time on a Tater 243 Pro?
Custom build, approximately 10-14 business days (2-3 weeks).
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.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 14 reviews.
Nice bat. Feel amazing to swing, great quality wood sounds amazing on contact as well. Overall an amazing bat and would definitely recommend.
Never felt more balanced swinging a bat than this model. Perfect handle to barrel weight distribution.
Great Bat
Great baseball bat super clean I am very excited to bring it on the field this season
My son absolutely loved it..
Nice feel to this bat. Finish is very nice and finding the right grip is super easy with the ink dot. Wish the wood bats would last a little longer but I guess that is a mother nature issue.
Great bat. Looks great w nice pop. Took a little over 3 weeks to come in but very nice bat
Really Impressed! The bat is amazing. I expected the bat to be a good product, so when I used it and realized its was not only good, but top tier I was pleasantly surprised. I'm big on wood bats, I have over 30 in my collection at the moment and Tater is my favorite, I ordered the 243 and the I13 and they both are well made, hard wood with lots of pop and the sound it makes when you square a ball is big league. They claim to sell you the same thing they sell the big leaguers and from what I can tell they really do. And the finish is very aesthetically pleasing. It looks fire:fire: And I emailed them about making me a custom bat and they emailed me back talking about options and what they could do so I went ahead and bought 2 more. These guys really go above and beyond to sell you the best bat you can buy. I'm Tater for life now!
Best gift I decided to gift my brother this model because he said he broke two bats in one weekend of games. When he got it he instantly fell in love with the size and how nicely the weight is on the bat. Being able to customize the bay to the very last detail was all a jaw dropper for my brother has he say the Colors.and what was written on the bat.
Love my new Tater-243 Pro Super nice bat with great amount of pop and balance. Can't wait for the season to start to get it in the game.
Awesome Bat This bat is high quality and has Major League POP
Great bat! Awesome look and feel of the new bat. Can’t wait to use it this fall!
Best Wood Bat My son is a competitive baseball player and used this bat to train and in hitting lessons for almost 2 years. This bat never broke and worked well. He had another wood bat that he got for this Christmas, brought it to the cage for a little tee work and soft toss, it broke. He never hit it wrong just not the quality of the Tater. In his words this was my favorite bat.
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.
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271
From $ 142.49Medium handle · Medium barrel · Flared knob
Bat Feel BalancedBest for: Most hitters. Easy to control, drives the ball to all fields.
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X12
From $ 142.49Thin handle · Medium barrel · Flared knob
Bat Feel BalancedBest for: Most hitters. Easy to control, drives the ball to all fields.
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X6
From $ 142.49Thin handle · Medium-Large barrel · Traditional knob
Bat Feel End-LoadedBest for: Power hitters who drive the ball and want mass in the barrel.
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XL5
From $ 142.49Medium handle · Large barrel · Traditional knob
Bat Feel End-LoadedBest for: Power hitters who drive the ball and want mass in the barrel.
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I13
From $ 142.49Medium handle · Large barrel · Flared knob
Bat Feel End-LoadedBest for: Power hitters who drive the ball and want mass in the barrel.
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243
From $ 142.49Thin handle · Extra-Large barrel · Traditional knob
Bat Feel Most End-LoadedBest for: Strength hitters who want the heaviest swing feel.
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