X Bats, normal Production: 3-4 weeks
Model 98
- Maple
- Drop not stated
- Barrel medium
- Handle 0.94 in, medium
- Knob not stated
- Balanced
Facts as the maker states them, read 13 Oct 2026
Model 98 is a maple game bat with a medium 15/16" handle, a short transition and a full medium barrel. The page describes its barrel as the longest of any bat the maker makes, with normal production of 3-4 weeks.
| Model code | 98 |
|---|---|
| Wood | MapleWhat this meansDense and hard, the most common pro wood. Hits hard and holds up when the player squares the ball up; breaks rather than flakes when mis-hit. Quality varies a lot by maker. Tip: Maple from a good maker is the best wood bat money can buy; maple from a cheap one is the worst. |
| Barrel | full medium barrel; the longest barrel of any bat we makeWhat this meansThe middle of the range (about 2.45 to 2.55 in). Most pro turn models live here. Tip: A safe default when you are not sure. |
| Handle | medium 15/16" handle; short transitionWhat this meansAbout 0.93 to 0.96 in. The usual choice: enough whip, enough strength. Tip: Most players never need to think about this one. |
| Balance | BalancedWhat this meansWeight is spread evenly, so the bat feels lighter than its number. A player who uses the knob or handle to deliver the barrel often needs the weight balanced or down toward the hands. Balance is not barrel size: some big-barrel bats are balanced. Tip: Which one is right depends on your player and how consistently they deliver the barrel. |
| Finishes | Barrel and handle color choices (incl. Natural, Unfinished); Matte Finish +$10 |
| Custom options | Name engraving: none, Will Send (+$20), or Already on File (+$5); flag: none or 17 countries; MLB 2026 Specifications (+$35); Rush production 5 days (+$50); 101-day warranty replacement (+$40) |
| Warranty | 101-day Warranty Replacement Policy (+$40.00) |
| Lead time | Normal Production: 3-4 weeks; Rush Production: 5 days (+$50.00); signature orders ship within 2-3 weeks after receipt of signature |
| Availability | Made to order |
| The maker says |
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| Source | xbats.com, product page, read 13 Oct 2026 |
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- Ubuy (reseller aggregator)Other source: X Bat Pro Model wood baseball batsRating: 5.0 of 5Reviews: 1 (the same page also says 0 ratings, so it contradicts itself)The source says: Power per swing, range of sizes, durability and comfort (listed as pros)The source raises: Listed con: not made to weight; an editorial blurb adds that one reviewer found it too heavy for some teammates (read it there)
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