0311 XF Gen6

Independent robot testing called the chassis "best for forgiveness" — extremely consistent with ball speed numbers, carry distances and dispersion, ranking 2nd for ball speed deltas and 3rd for dispersion. With stated MOI above 5,500 g·cm², the head is the most forgiving of the brand's driver offerings by a reasonable amount. Manufacturer measured 25% smaller dispersion than the predecessor. Reviewer testing called the forgiveness "second to none" on slight mishits. Top-tier 2023 forgiveness within the brand catalogue.

Manufacturer testing vs predecessor at 100mph swing measured +0.7mph ball speed, -132rpm spin, +8.9yd total distance. Independent robot testing ranked the chassis 2nd for ball speed deltas in 2023 — strong consistency-driven distance for the game-improvement tier. Ti412 face material delivers responsive impact; the chassis's higher-spin character (~200rpm more than the tour sibling) trims top-end yardage but rewards moderate swing speeds. Strong forgiveness-tier distance.

Engineered for forgiveness over shape. The head shape is designed to help the player naturally rotate the club far easier to square — geometry encourages neutral-to-draw, not workability. Three sole weight ports (one 2.5g plus two 7.5g) provide CG/swing-weight tuning, but no movable shape-bias track. Hosel offers ±1.5° loft plus aggressive 2°/3° flat-lie settings for anti-hook tuning. Mis-hit feedback is not as clear as the tour sibling — the chassis defaults strongly to neutral.

Reviewer testing called the feel fiery off the face, with very high strength yet flexible material giving a spring-like effect — a solid sensation when struck out of the middle. Independent commentary confirmed the chassis felt nice and firm at impact. Mis-hit feedback is not as clear as the tour sibling — it's easier to use the sound to discern the general area of impact than the feel through the hands. Strong centre feel; reduced feedback on misses is the forgiveness trade-off.

Acoustic profile reads as a mid-pitched "smack" with a little bit of metallic reverberation. Impact sound is below average in volume, which is unusual for a more forgiving driver. Reviewer testing called the sound a muted crack, a touch quieter than other drivers tested. Below-average volume plus metallic reverberation — premium-tuned but slightly less refined than the tour sibling.

Address profile reads as a larger head and more symmetrical shape than the tour sibling, making it easier to square the face at impact. Reviewer testing called the chassis "a fairway finding machine" with a confidence-inspiring silhouette. Larger profile than the tour sibling, but the symmetric shape and clean carbon-fibre crown keep the visual signature premium for the game-improvement tier.