As hitters start to gear up their swings for high school ball, they have to begin swinging heavier baseball bats. This is a direct result of needing to use a drop 3 BBCOR bat once they enter high school. To help players transition to these heavier bats, manufacturers provide common drop weights of drop 10, drop 8, and drop 5 bats. This enables hitters to slowly make the transition over the course of multiple seasons, effectively allowing their swings to naturally adjust to the additional weight.
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Best Drop 5 Baseball Bats
In this article, our Bat Experts take a focused approach towards the best drop 5 bats in baseball. These will typically be swung by hitters between the ages of 11-14. As always, we recommend that all hitters swing the heaviest bat that they are comfortable with. This will give them the best results on batted balls. Do NOT swing a bat that is causing you to strain to complete your swing. Below, we've separated the list into USA Baseball bats and USSSA Baseball bats. Now, let's begin.
Best Drop 5 USSSA Baseball Bats
Our Bat Experts have compiled a list of the best USSSA drop 5 baseball bats. They have applied their expertise alongside customer reviews to create this comprehensive list of USSSA baseball bats.
Marucci CATX Composite -5 USSSA Baseball Bat
There wasn’t a bat that generated more buzz during the 2022 season than the Marucci CAT9 Composite USSSA baseball bat. As we move forward, it’s time to embrace the next wave of innovation. The Marucci CATX is seeking to take the torch from its predecessor to redefine the way we look at drop 5 composite baseball bats. Look for the newly-integrated S-40 handle (stiff) to give players even more of a boost on every swing. We anticipate the CATX Composite to be one of the best USSSA baseball bats in the game.
Notable Features:
- Two-Piece Composite Construction
- Mid-Load Swing Weight
- MDX Composite Barrel - High Performance + Consistent Results
- Custom-Molded Taper [Professionally Inspired]
- 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty When Purchased At JustBats
TRUE T1X -5 USSSA Baseball Bat
With a price tag under $100, the LTRUE T1X makes sense for every type of hitter. From the explosive results on contact to the feathery-light balanced swing weight, the T1X is a complete baseball bat.
Notable Features:
- Two-Piece Hybrid Construction
- Balanced Swing Weight
- Composite handle provides max impact strength
- Fuzed Hybrid Technology offers less drag and vibration
- 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty When Purchased Through JustBats
TRUE T1X Bat Review
Pros: I honestly bought this bat for my son to use solely at the batting cage. So, price was a determining factor. I also wanted him to get accustomed to a heavier bat (he will play 13U and this is a 14U bat). No vibration. Solid bat. It appears to be very durable.
Cons: Not a lot of pop.
Victus Vandal Gold -5 USSSA Baseball Bat
Over the past decade, Victus bats have made one of the biggest leaps in popularity. Once just a wood bat company in a garage, Victus now offers some of the best metal baseball bats in the world. One of these top bats is the Victus Vandal Gold drop 5. It offers hitters a one-piece aluminum alloy design that will arrive hot straight from the box. The barrel is both smooth and hot and players are able to easily get it through the zone as a result of the ultra-balanced swing weight. If you need a new drop 5 USSSA baseball bat, you’ve gotta shop for the Vandal Gold at JustBats.
Notable Features:
- One-Piece Alloy Baseball Bat
- Balanced Swing Weight [Lowest MOI]
- Ringless Barrel Design - Creates a Thinner, More Flexible Sweet Spot
- Lightweight Carbon Composite End Cap
- 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty When Purchased Through JustBats
Best Drop 5 USA Baseball Bats
There are far fewer drop 5 USA baseball bats than USSSA bats. However, we have still picked out a couple of the game’s best and provided a full breakdown below. If you are interested in shopping for these baseball bats, be sure to check JustBats where all bat orders come standard with free, fast shipping.
Easton ADV 360 -5 USA Baseball Bat
It’s easy to see why the Easton ADV 360 is one of the best drop 5 USA baseball bats on the planet. It all starts with a simple, explosive bat design. The ADV 360 is a two-piece, composite bat that provides a large sweet spot and consistent performance. Hitters continue to rave about the POP they get across the entire barrel. Furthermore, the balanced design (a direct result of a speed end cap) delivers hitters with an easy-to-control barrel and increased swing speeds. For USA baseball players wanting a drop 5 bat, the Easton ADV 360 should be your first consideration.
Notable Features:
- Two-Piece Composite Construction
- Balanced Swing Weight
- Launch Composite Material Provides Consistently High Performance
- Power Boost Knob Increases Leverage & Cuts Down on Vibration
- 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty When Purchased Through JustBats
Rawlings 5150 -5 USA Baseball Bat
Parents, this is a baseball bat that will get both you and your player excited. The Rawlings 5150 is easily one of the best USA baseball bats for under $100. The 5150 provides hitters with an approachable one-piece design that arrives hot-out-of-the-wrapper. Hitters are able to get the 5150’s barrel to the ball with consistency as a result of the lightweight barrel profile. There aren’t too many high-level technical features which makes the 5150 an easy USA bat for players to pick up and start swinging.
Notable Features:
- One-Piece Alloy Baseball Bat
- Balanced Swing Weight
- 5150 Alloy Materials - Built to Last
- Engineered pOp 2.0 Technology - Expanded Sweet Spot
- 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty When Purchased Through JustBats
Rawlings 5150 USA Bat Review
Pros: Great bat for transitioning from a drop -10 Little League into the Babe Ruth League. Has plenty of pop out of the wrapper.
Cons: None so far besides a little vibration.
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If you have any questions regarding your next bat purchase, be sure to contact our team of Bat Experts. You can reach us at 866-321-2287, email at experts@justbats.com, or click here to live chat. Also, we’ll be sure to continue to update this list as new drop 5 bats are released so be sure to check back. As always, we’re JustBats and we’re with you from Click to Hit!
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