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Features
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2 5/8 Inch Barrel Diameter
-5 Length to Weight Ratio
End Loaded Swing Weight
Extended Speed Barrel
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Game's Fastest Swing Speed
HYPERSKIN Grip (Thickness: 1.2 mm)
Lowest Swing Weight Index in the Power Brigade Lineup
Patented ConneXion Technology - Maximizes Energy Transfer and Eliminates Vibration
TCT Thermo Composite Technology - Massive Sweet Spot / Unmatched Bat Speed
Two-Piece, Fully Composite Construction
Ultra Thin 29/32 Inch Composite Handle
USSSA 1.15 BPF Certification
Description
New for The latest and greatest members of the Power Brigade are here and ready to be unleashed.
The Easton MAKO BEAST XL is the newest version of one of the most popular baseball bats in the industry and it now has the biggest and most powerful composite barrel that Easton has ever made. The difference between the MAKO BEAST and the MAKO BEAST XL is the fact that the XL offers an end loaded swing weight rather than your typical balanced design. An XL end load gears more weight towards the end of the barrel for a more powerful and higher performing baseball bat that allows the ball to fly further and further. By extending and combining the game's longest two-piece composite barrel with the game's fastest swing speed, this bat is an absolute BEAST that offers the lowest swing weight index out of the entire Easton lineup. A low swing weight index results in a model that delivers power through fast swing speeds. Easton's redesigned TCT Thermo Composite technology now provides an extended speed barrel design. So, the BEAST's barrel is longer than ever for more plate coverage and a huge sweet spot. This extended barrel is connected to a 29/32 inch composite handle by the patented two-piece ConneXion technology that maximizes energy transfer while eliminating sting for optimized feel and comfort. Adding to the specs is the fact that each MAKO BEAST XL comes wrapped with the formidable HYPERSKIN grip. Easton: Unleash The Beast!
This Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 features a -5 length to weight ratio, a 2 5/8 inch barrel diameter, and the USSSA 1.15 BPF Certification. It is also backed by a full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty! Be the talk of the town and get your own MAKO BEAST XL senior league baseball bat with a bigger, badder barrel today with fast, free shipping right here at JustBats.com! We're here for you from Click to Hit!
The Easton MAKO BEAST XL is the newest version of one of the most popular baseball bats in the industry and it now has the biggest and most powerful composite barrel that Easton has ever made. The difference between the MAKO BEAST and the MAKO BEAST XL is the fact that the XL offers an end loaded swing weight rather than your typical balanced design. An XL end load gears more weight towards the end of the barrel for a more powerful and higher performing baseball bat that allows the ball to fly further and further. By extending and combining the game's longest two-piece composite barrel with the game's fastest swing speed, this bat is an absolute BEAST that offers the lowest swing weight index out of the entire Easton lineup. A low swing weight index results in a model that delivers power through fast swing speeds. Easton's redesigned TCT Thermo Composite technology now provides an extended speed barrel design. So, the BEAST's barrel is longer than ever for more plate coverage and a huge sweet spot. This extended barrel is connected to a 29/32 inch composite handle by the patented two-piece ConneXion technology that maximizes energy transfer while eliminating sting for optimized feel and comfort. Adding to the specs is the fact that each MAKO BEAST XL comes wrapped with the formidable HYPERSKIN grip. Easton: Unleash The Beast!
This Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 features a -5 length to weight ratio, a 2 5/8 inch barrel diameter, and the USSSA 1.15 BPF Certification. It is also backed by a full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty! Be the talk of the town and get your own MAKO BEAST XL senior league baseball bat with a bigger, badder barrel today with fast, free shipping right here at JustBats.com! We're here for you from Click to Hit!
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Questions and Answers
Have a question about the Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
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My son currently swings the Easton XL1, 31"/26 oz size? Will this bat be/feel similar? Shell
For the 2017 release from Easton, this 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL17MK5) will be the bat most similar to the XL1 your player is currently swinging. Both bats feature the 2-piece, all-composite design and end-loaded swing weight. Overall, I would say the bats will be and feel similar.
Ben
What is the difference between the Mako Beast XL and the Mako Beast TORQ? My son is moving to 14u and needs a -5, but might not be big enough for an end loaded bat. Deeds
The 2017 MAKO Beast XL is an end loaded model. This year's Mako's have 1.5" longer barrel than last years. They did not make a MAKO Beast Torq this year. Last year's 2016 Easton MAKO TORQ XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL16MKT5 is also an end loaded bat that has the rotating Torq handle.
Damon
Are these bats weighted correctly or does the -5 swing more like a -3? Larry Wayne
For 2017, Easton did a solid job of making their MAKO Beast bats weigh more closely to the listed weight (when compared to the 2016 MAKO bats). That being said, if you were to put a model of this 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL17MK5) on a scale to weigh it statically, it would probably weigh 0.5 oz to 1.0 oz over the listed weight (as opposed to being 2.0 oz to 2.5 oz over the listed weight like the 2016 MAKO bats). Overall, I would say this MAKO Beast (-5) will swing more like a -5 bat.
Ben
Do you have MAKO BEAST TORQ SL17MKT5? My son is 5' 90 lbs. He normally bats lead off or 2nd don't think he is ready for an end loaded bat. Your thoughts? Also what's the difference between the DeMarini CF Zen vs MAKO BEAST? kody
We do not have the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL17MK5) in the Torq version. Easton did not put the Torq in any of the 2017 models. If he is not ready for an end loaded bat and based on your sons height and weight I would recommend going with the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL17MK10) in the 30"/20 ounce version. The Mako Beast and the CF Zen are going to be very comparable bats. Both are going to feature two piece fully composite designs. They are extremely similar.
Carter
I'm deciding between this Easton Beast and the CF Zen (both -5 bats). Is one more balanced than the other? Mike
Between this 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL17MK5) and the CF Zen -5 (DXCB5), the CF Zen will be more balanced. However, I don't think the discrepancy in the feels of the 2 bats will be extremely drastic.
Ben
My son just turned 13. He currently batting with the Mako TORQ -10. His coach suggested we start looking at a -5 to get him ready for high school in two years for the -3. Right now he is only 5'1" about 100 LBS. Is the new Mako Beast to end loaded for him and what is the best balanced bat for him for more pop? Don't want the bat to swing him. Lamon
If he has never swung an end loaded bat before, then making the jump up to a -5 end loaded bat would be a pretty big jump up. It could work just fine for him, but it is really tough to say from our position. A good alternative that is similar in design but balanced is the 2017 DeMarini CF Zen Senior League Baseball Bat: DXCB5 .
Jason
My son is 13 and is swinging a drop -8 in the Easton TORQ. He weighs 110. His travel team told me that we need to transition him to a drop -5. Will this bat help him? I see it's a end loaded bat. Ant
Yes, the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL17MK5) should help him and be a great option to move up to a -5.
Carter
My son is 12, 5'0" and a 100 lbs 7th grader. He's been swinging a -10 COMBAT MAXUM. We really need to transition to -5 just not sure which route to go. Wrenchman
The 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 is a good bat to consider but does feature an end-loaded swing weight design. For someone that is making the transition from -10 to -5 and from a balanced bat (the COMBAT MAXUM is one of the most balanced bats on the market) we would recommend seeking out a bat with a more balanced swing weight design in a 30 inch model.
Cameron
Can you get this bat in a 2-3/4" barrel? -5? james
Unfortunately the bat manufacturers do not make any -5 bats in the 2 3/4" barrel, including the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL17MK5).
Carter
My 14 year old son has usually hit the one piece Easton Aluminum bat XL3. Lots of bat speed and hits for power. Is this comparable as a two piece or is there a one piece aluminum out there that would fit him better? Shaggy
This 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat (SL17MK5) is not similar in construction to the Easton XL3 with it being a two piece composite bat. It will be end loaded like the XL3 through. I would definitely recommend it, it is a very quality bat.
Carter
What's the difference between this bat and the 2014 XL1? noah
Both the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 and the former 2014 Easton XL1 are/were two-piece fully composite bats with end-loaded swing weight designs. A few of the differences between these bats are the barrel design, the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 has a slightly longer barrel design, and the composite material that was used. The XL1 was using IMX composite while the MAKO BEAST XL is using Thermo Composite Technology. Speaking with customers it sounds like the IMX composite would get hotter over time so the performance of the XL1 might be better.
Cameron
What's the difference between the TCT and IMX composite? idk
The big difference between the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 TCT composite and the IMX that Easton used in the XL1 is it seems that the XL1 got hotter over time.
Cameron
What is the difference between the 2017 Mako Beast XL SL17MK5 and the 2016 Mako XL SL16MK5? Tim
The 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 and the 2016 MAKO XL are really similar bats. The only difference between the two is the cosmetic appearance. Both bats are made out of the same TCT Thermo composite and have end loaded swing weights.
Jason
Hot out of the wrapper or does it need some break-in? Will bat be damaged if used in a batting cage with dimpled yellow rubber balls? Jim
This bat will require a break-in period as it is a composite bat. We generally recommend 150-200 swings off a tee or soft toss, rotating the bat 1/4" each swing for a good break-in all around the barrel. Hitting dimple balls shouldn't damage the bat, but it will shorten the life of the bat faster than regular baseballs.
Kyle J.
I currently have the 2016 31 inch -5 MAKO and I noticed a dent in the end cap. Will this affect the bat's performance? Luke
A dent in the end cap of the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 will not affect the overall performance of the bat.
Cameron
I am 13, 5'5" and 125 lbs. If I swing a 31 inch -8 with a balanced barrel, will this jump be fine or should I get a balanced bat? MajorAthlete15
The 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 will feature an end-loaded swing weight design. Whether or not to switch to an end-loaded bat from a balanced one is one of personal preference. As for the jump from a -8 to a -5, this transition will ultimately depend on how well the -8 was being handled. If this bat was at all too heavy then going to the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 could be a tough transition.
Cameron
Will this bat pass the new 2018 USSSA Baseball BPF specification rules? Dave
The 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 will only be legal in 2018 for USSSA sanctioned games. The following leagues will not allow this bat: Little League, Dixie, Pony, Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth; note there could be other leagues as well that will require bats to feature the USABat stamp in 2018.
Cameron
Do you have the 2 5/8 -5 model in 31/26 size? I know it is available in that size. However, I don't see it listed in that size on your site. James Green
Unfortunately, it looks like we have sold out of all sizes of the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 except for the 32" 27 oz.
Logan
Will the 1.15 bats be legal in Pony next year or will the USA bat standard be the only bats allowed? johhny baseball
USSSA bats with the 1.15 BPF will not be allowed in Little League sanctioned leagues in 2018. This includes Pony baseball.
Kyle J.
I am still confused about the legality of this bat. My 14 year old plays middle school and Sr. Little League. Will this bat be legal? John
Little league under the age of 14 will need a USA certification stamp on their bat. The 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 is legal for travel ball teams.
Dan
My son is turning 14 & going to high school after this summer 2018 season. Will he be able to use this bat for travel this summer & school ball next year? dauber
This bat has the USSSA certification so it would be legal for travel tournaments that require this certification. It would not be legal for high school baseball however, as that requires a BBCOR certified model, which this bat is not. All BBCOR models are a -3 drop, while this bat is a -5.
Kyle J.
Just wondering what replaced this bat? The closest one to it, as my daughter's one recently broke and loved this bat. Jolene Devine
The 2018 Easton Ghost X -5 Senior League Baseball Bat: SL18GX5 is the model that replaced the 2017 Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5.
Alex
Will this bat be allowed for my school ball, 2020 league, for middle school in North Carolina? Cooper DeCoursey
A growing trend in middle school play is the use of BBCOR bats. Although we cannot say for sure, the Easton MAKO BEAST XL Senior League Baseball Bat: SL17MK5 is most likely not allowed.
Cameron
About the Brand
Easton is the world's leading manufacturer of baseball and softball equipment, and the most iconic brand in these sports. Headquartered in Thousand Oaks, CA, Easton Diamond Sports, LLC. manufactures bats, ball gloves, apparel, bags, batting gloves, helmets, catcher's equipment and related accessories. The company's commitment to innovation and game-changing technologies propelled Easton to the No. 1 bat position, including breakthrough technologies with aluminum and composite materials. As a result of this commitment to R&D and its storied brand heritage, Easton has long-standing relationships with Little League Baseball, USSSA Baseball & Softball, USA Baseball & Softball, hundreds of NCAA collegiate teams and numerous professional baseball and softball players.
For more information, please visit: https://www.easton.com/.
Bat Properties
| Barrel Diameter | 2 5/8 |
|---|---|
| Baseball Bats | Youth |
| Bat Type | Baseball |
| Color | Black |
| Deals | Closeout Bats Bundle and Save |
| Length to Weight Ratio | - 5 |
| Material | Composite |
| Series | Mako |
| Vendor | Easton |
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