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PING G430 MAX Fairway

PING G430 MAX Fairway

Released 2023$385 MSRP8.8/10 Expert Score26 tour pros

The PING G430 MAX Fairway Wood is designed for easy launching and maximum forgiveness off the deck or the tee. A high-MOI head keeps mishits on line, while the face flexes across a wide area for consistent ball speed. A reliable fairway wood for players who want to hit more greens from distance without needing perfect contact.

From $390— Check PriceUsed / Pre-Owned

Key Features

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    Very forgiving for a fairway wood — off-center hits still fly relatively straight and hold their distance
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    Easy to launch off the deck, even from tight lies, thanks to a low center of gravity
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    Adjustable hosel lets you dial in the right loft and lie angle for your swing
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    Moderate head size inspires confidence without looking oversized
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    Strong ball speed across the face means you do not need perfect contact to reach par 5s in two
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    Not designed for heavy shot shaping — players who want to hit big draws or fades on command may prefer a smaller head
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    Sound at impact is higher-pitched than some competitors, which is a matter of personal preference
Golf Digest 2023 Hot List Gold Medal WinnerGolf Digest 2023MyGolfSpy Score: 88/100 — Top 10 Fairway Wood of 2023MyGolfSpy 2023

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Among the very fastest fairway woods tested, with elite ball speed extending across a large face area
  • Exceptional forgiveness — ranked 6th for forgiveness and 9th for accuracy in MyGolfSpy testing
  • Extremely versatile: works off the tee, for bombing long par 5s, or shaping approaches
  • Solid, stable feel with good feedback through the hands at impact

Cons

  • Distance scores slightly below average in MyGolfSpy testing despite strong ball speed
  • Ranked 10th overall — a solid all-rounder rather than category-leading
  • Sound may be louder/higher-pitched than some golfers prefer

Pricing & Availability

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Specifications

Most used ShaftProject X HZRDUS Smoke Blue 70 6.5— Extra stiff — for swing speeds 105+ mph
Most used GripGolf Pride MCC Align

Expert Reviews

8.8

A forgiving, versatile fairway wood that delivers elite ball speed and tight dispersion. One of the safest choices for mid-to-high handicappers.

Based on 8 expert reviews

MyGolfSpy
8.8/10expert
“Ranks 10th overall with forgiveness and accuracy as the two main positives, finishing 6th and 9th respectively.”
Plugged In Golf
8.5/10expert
“Good at just about everything — fairway finder off the tee, bombing long par 5s, or shaping approaches. Sneaky long.”
Today's Golfer
9/10expert
“Ultimate forgiveness in a fairway wood. Carbonfly Wrap crown and FaceWrap Technology produce consistently high ball speed.”

About the PING G430 MAX Fairway

The PING G430 MAX Fairway is a fairway wood from PING. Currently used by 26 professional golfers. Features include commonly paired with Project X HZRDUS Smoke Blue 70 6.5 shaft. Performance ratings: 72/100 distance, 80/100 accuracy, 88/100 forgiveness. Provides versatility from the fairway and rough.

Players currently using this club

3rd most used fairway wood on tour
Lydia Ko
Lydia Ko

3 Wood, 5 Wood

15°, 18°

Mitsubishi Diamana GT 60 S

Iomic Sticky 1.8

Maja Stark
Maja Stark

3 Wood

15.5°

Graphite Design Tour AD-XC 6 S

Golf Pride Tour Velvet 360

Tyrrell Hatton
Tyrrell Hatton

7 Wood

21°

Mitsubishi Diamana TB 80 TX

Lee Westwood
Lee Westwood

3 Wood

15°

Aldila NV 2KXV Green

Sam Stevens
Sam Stevens

3 Wood

15°

Project X HZRDUS Smoke Blue 70 6.5

Thriston Lawrence
Thriston Lawrence

5 Wood

18°

Mitsubishi Diamana x5ct 80 TX

Golf Pride Tour Velvet

Mark Hubbard
Mark Hubbard

7 Wood

21°

Golf Pride Crossline Cord 2.0

Max McGreevy
Max McGreevy

7 Wood

20.5°

Fujikura Ventus Blue 7 X

Austin Eckroat
Austin Eckroat

3 Wood

15° @14.75

Graphite Design Tour AD DI-8 X

Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord

Victor Perez
Victor Perez

3 Wood

15°

Mitsubishi Tensei 1K Blue 80 TX

Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord

Performance Ratings

Distance
7.2/10
Accuracy
8.0/10
Forgiveness
8.8/10

Most Popular Ball Pairing

Titleist Pro V1x

Titleist Pro V1x

Used by 8 of 26 players with this club

Also popular: Titleist Pro V1 (5 players)

PING G430 MAX Fairway FAQ

The PING G430 MAX Fairway has a retail price (MSRP) of $385. Check the retailers listed above for current availability and pricing.

The PING G430 MAX Fairway is currently used by 26 professional golfers across PGA Tour, LIV Golf, DP World Tour, and LPGA Tour. This makes it one of the most popular fairway woods on tour.

The PING G430 MAX Fairway was released in 2023.

The PING G430 MAX Fairway has an expert rating of 8.8/10 based on 8 professional reviews. Expert verdict: "A forgiving, versatile fairway wood that delivers elite ball speed and tight dispersion. One of the safest choices for mid-to-high handicappers."

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