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Features

2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
7/8 Inch Standard Handle
Approved for Play in ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ISF
Balanced Swing Weight
Free Shipping!
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Performance PLUS Composite Material
S1iD Barrel Technology - MAXIMUM Performance from SWING 1
Three-Piece Construction
Zero Friction Double Wall Design - Maximum Barrel Flex
TRU3 - Featuring Dynamic Socket Connection that Allows for Slight Movement Between Barrel & Handle
-10 Length to Weight Ratio

Description

In the past few years, we've seen the Louisville Slugger LXT take hold of the fastpitch game and become the game-day choice of some of the best players at the Collegiate and Professional levels. Even with that success, the team at Louisville Slugger wasn't satisfied and continued to push the envelope of innovation. The result: the NEW Louisville Slugger LXT PLUS Fastpitch Softball bat! The LXT PLUS and XENO PLUS fastpitch bats share many similarities, but the LXT PLUS offers an even lighter swing weight with its TRU3 Dynamic Socket Connection Technology that allows for slight movement between the barrel and handle to eliminate more sting and vibration that may be created on off-center hits. Less vibration means more of that energy is transferred to the ball on contact for extreme performance. Like many elite players have grown accustomed to seeing in other LXT models, the barrel features the S1iD Inner Disc Barrel Technology with a Zero Friction Double Wall Design. This technology actually allows the barrel to be tuned to exceed the legal ball exit speed ratio. The trick is that a governor is placed inside that allows the barrel to flex to its MAXIMUM allowable performance from SWING 1. The LXT PLUS is made from Louisville Slugger's innovative newest Performance PLUS Composite material. This composite blend is lighter and more durable than previous versions, and with the S1iD Technology, it needs ABSOLUTELY ZERO BREAK-IN! With a tacky synthetic grip a 7/8 inch handle, the LXT PLUS will provide players with absolute control and confidence at the plate. Louisville Slugger: Passion In Your Heart; Power In Your Hands! The LXT PLUS is approved by all major fastpitch softball organizations (ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA and ISF). This bat comes with a Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty against breakage. Free Shipping!

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Morgan All Stars Rick Rose coach

Pros: Very awesome bat !! All the girls were hitting with it. It does make a difference.

Cons: None

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great Abinator parent

Pros: My daughter absolutely loves this bat.

Cons: none

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First Louisville Bat Clint C coach

Pros: Great balance, lots of initial pop, comfortable feel, good graphics. We normally go with the DeMarini bats but wanted to give this Louisville a try. So far, this bat is every bit as good as any we have ever had, regardless of brand. I really do think it boils down to personal preference and if you are a Louisville fan, this is the bat for you.

Cons: This bat makes a distinct sound upon impact that I'm told, is normal for these Louisville bats. Im skeptical at this point but so far so good.

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2016 louisville slugger LXT Ann player

Pros: Used for the first time during a game had two line shots up the middle, great pop and feel. Ready to use right out the wrapper and has a nice soft handle great for people who do wear batting gloves.I had only used Demarini bats before this bat but I am glad I switched.

Cons: none

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Great, right out of the wrapper. Keith parent

Pros: Great pop, ball is hot off the bat !!! First hit was to the fence.

Cons: none

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Awesome Bat Kendall player

Pros: Well balanced and has a great feel.

Cons: Costly but we'll worth the price.

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Great bat out of the plastic!! J player

Pros: I am a college softball player and I have also played competitive travel ball since 12u. Basically, I have tried many different bat brands from DeMarini, Miken, Easton, Rockettech, even the first xeno model, AND THIS IS THE BEST BAT I HAVE EVER USED WITH AMAZING POP RIGHT OUT OF THE WRAPPER. The bat has great balance and control. I highly recommend this bat.

Cons: none

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Best bat so far Daniel (proud dad) parent

Pros: Great bat. Had much pop straight out the package. First game with her new bat my daughter hit a walk off 3 run homer over left field fence. Well worth the money.

Cons: None

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FANTASTIC!!!! Jackie Tharp parent

Pros: This bat is awesome! My daughter was so thrilled to receive it and loves using it!!!

Cons: NONE!

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The Pop that wakes the stands Peter parent

Pros: This Bat has been a great asset to my daughters hitting major hits. We went to 12U Western Nationals Gold All Stars when the Bat was only a month old and it did well for a new bat. Now into the Fall Select the performance is outstanding with hits that sail 300 feet with ease. The bat has broken in and the POP sound on a good contact hit is something the crowd wakes up to.

Cons: The material/paint used on the ends by the grip handle chips away easier then I would expect. The bright lime green and white colors show dirt very quickly

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Great Bat! Allison T player

Pros: Lots of pop and the bat feels great off the ball. Very smooth and consistent.

Cons: The it makes is very distinctive.

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Love this bat, But..... mcwilliams94@yahoo.com parent

Pros: My daughter loves this bat. Great pop and feel. This is her 2nd LXT.

Cons: Ive had to send this back 2 times. First time, only 2 weeks after I bought it. 2nd time for the same reason. We've only had this bat since July 2015. The reason for sending it back was because it felt like it was loose and coming apart.

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She loves the "Slugger" Softball Dad... parent

Pros: My daughter loved the sound and the pop off the bat.....

Cons: none so far ... waiting on the first "live action"....

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Awesome Bat College player player

Pros: Very balanced Hot out of the wrapper

Cons: None

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Great bat Gil parent

Pros: I didn't want to admit it. My daughter had a teammate's bat and she told me this bat was amazing. I decided to let her have it and her first at bat, literally out of the wrapper she hit a rocket three run homer off the centerfield scoreboard. Ok, so it was the bat.

Cons: None

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awesome bat #66 mom parent

Pros: my daughter used her new bat for the first time this weekend, the pop off the bat is fanaminal!! evey ball she hit made it to the outfield

Cons: none at this time

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Proven Bat Cali Dad parent

Pros: lots of Pop,Big sweet spot

Cons: umpires are checking gaps in End cap and rubber where pieced together so take care of bat.

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2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softbal Harold Haglund parent

Pros: Excellent bat for as long as it is not broken.

Cons: My 12 yr old daughter has taken very good care of her bat but has gone through 2 in 15 months with the same problem. Louisville will not replace a bat that was a replacement. I would hope that they would correct this problem because they do not last long.

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new bat chris parent

Pros: bought this new bat for my daughter she really loves it so far just waiting for some nice weather in order to get outside some more

Cons: no literature I have heard and am in the process of trying to find info but I was told you had to break in the bat not sure how to do that and was also told that you can't use it in the batting cages not sure if that true.

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Great bat, well worth the money Amy player

Pros: Hot right out the wrapper! massive sweet spot

Cons: none so far!

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Best bat Louisville has made for some time Softball Travel Dad parent

Pros: The bat has great pop right out of the wrapper. I feel it is the best bat Louisville has made since the blue and white 2012 model. That bat was hot and I think this one will be a game changer too!

Cons: The paint is chipping after only using it for 3 games. That doesn't affect the durability of the bat, but it'd sure be nice if they could use paint that's more durable.

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Horrible Experience Disapointed Dad coach

Pros: weight to length was good. my eleven year is a power hitter and could turn on a 60mph pitch w it.

Cons: we took it straight to the batting cage and within 100 pitches it shattered. thankfully we went early so we could trade it in for a different model before a next day tournament. Im not a bat expert but at the time of failure, I was pitching 10u balls 35mph from 15 feet to an eleven yr old... you decide

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Broken Lexi player

Pros: I love the xeno bats, I have had 4 of them, none of them broke except for this one. The bat had some great pop for the first couple of hits. And the graphics are great.

Cons: I got it a little over a month ago and I am already sending it back, because of the way the barrel seperated from the handle

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This bat makes a difference! WT Travel Dad parent

Pros: This is a good bat, period. I bought my daughter, who has a good swing, a Mako last season and she could just never get the pop needed out of the bat. She used the LXT in a tournament here in West Texas this past weekend and she went 7 for 9 at the plate. It's been a while since she has even hit over .300. The ball comes off the bat hard and the hits are hot so it's not as easy for the fielders to handle the balls when they are put in play. On another note I can be a little tight with my money, so I purchased a Boombah bat a few weeks before buying the LXT and it is worthless. The Boombah bat will vibrate your kid's hands off! It vibrates as bad as the old aluminum bats we used when I was growing up. My advice is to spend the extra a get a proven, quality bat the first time.

Cons: The paint chips easily.

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cheap design Steve parent

Pros: my daughter playing 10u loves this bat. performs very well, its ballanced, swings light and easy, very forgiving large sweet spot, ball really jumps off any part of the barrel.

Cons: waste of time and money. This handle design is so cheap. we have absolutly babied this bat from day one. Only practicing with soft toss wiffle balls and game use only. After 3 games the handle is coming loose at the barrel. What a dissapointment!! After biting the bullet and shelling out the doe, im shocked! At this price point, one should expect a decent level of durability. This stinks!!!!!!!!!

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nice bat but James B coach

Pros: nice bat, good pop

Cons: bought this bat for my daughter and the bat doesnt last. high school team had three bats crack or start rattle. my daughters bat started cracking at the bottom of the barrel. hers wasnt the only one. when the umps check bats before games the louisville bats are the ones they want to check first for coming unscrewed and for rattle. bought the bat before the season started and only made it about six weeks. shexwas the only one using it and she rotated the bat after each hit. wish the bat could last. one more thing saw one snap in half during a game with the barrel flying down third base line

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this bat is awesome ????? player

Pros: i am in 12u now and i feel like this bat has done me good. i used to hit to the outfeild with my old demerini bat but with this ney bat i hit at leats 1 homerun overthe fence each tournament

Cons: nothing

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Great Homrun Bat Joann parent

Pros: Homerun after homerun with this bat! Hot right out of the wrapper!

Cons: After 6 Months of use the bat cracked in two places! Her Xeno bat same thing! They don't seem to last long

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Twists Disappointed player player

Pros: The pop is great at first!

Cons: I am 17 years old and I have had this bat for about 6 months and I recently used it in a practice and the barrel started to twist off the handle and the next swing I took when I was making contact with the ball it almost felt like the bat clicked out of place. This bat is NOT durable!!

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Bat Softball ATM parent

Pros: Great pop.... so enjoy it while it lasts.... Literally my kids favorite bat, but it will break. Hold onto your receipt and you only get one replacement.

Cons: It will break within a years time. Rattles handle issues Bad grip material Check the bat regularly after a tournament weekend you may be surprised like I was that the inside is broke. The 2017 model my daughter says it doesn't feel the same as the 2016.

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Great Bat Softballcoach coach

Pros: Hot out of the wrapper. swings great, feels lighter than it actually is. We hit bombs with it in practice. Best bat out there right now. We have moved to strictly swinging the LXT bats on our HS team. Based on 6 yrs of coaching this team, we have moved from the demarini insane and mako to only LXT because of the vast improvement the girls showed after using these bats. We don't have a girl on the team that doesn't use this bat now.

Cons: Only one con, if you can call it a con, this model has a slightly smaller sweet spot and is designed for advanced hitters that can get the barrel through the zone, but what I understand is the new LXT hyper eliminates this issue with double the sweet spot and still the same pop. I wished we had a few more in the ole' bat bag.

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Not a cage bat!!! BatRep other

Pros: This bat is made for games, it is not a cage bat or practice bat. I would highly recommend to any one that wants to maintain this bat and not have problems to forgo using it as anything other than what it was made for, which is a game bat. Many girls want to use it for every thing from cage and tee work to BP cause its a great bat to use. Lots of pop. But use the other bats for these purposes and you will have limited problems with this piece of equipment. Like gloves or any other softball tool take care of it and it will take care of you. *And do not use with pitching machines PERIOD!!!

Cons: No cons on this bat it has been durable and has been a great tool to use.

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College Softball player- JR G player

Pros: It feels nice and looks nice. I am a 5'2" lefty power hitter, and swung a 34 -9. I have swung this size since I was a sophomore in highschool. The pop of this bat was unbelievable out of wrapper. I had Xenos before this.

Cons: If you want a bat to last a couple of months, then get this one. The Xenos and LXTS are very poorly made. I love the concept of a three piece, but every one I have had snaps at the connecting point. I was very dissapointed when my LXT snapped during batting practice.

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Have a question about the Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.

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What is the expected date? shawn

We anticipate the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) will be available for order June 1st.

Chinyere

What is the difference between the 2015 LXT and the NEW 2016 LXT? TD

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) is going to feature a zero friction wall design but other than that, the 2016 model is going to be mainly cosmetic differences.

Liz

I just bought this bat. I was wondering if it is as good as the Xeno? megmayg

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) is a great model and compares very well with the 2016 Louisville Slugger XENO Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPXN160).

Patrick

Does this bat have vibration? cara

The TRU3 Explosive Power Transfer Technology in the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) is designed to reduce vibration.

Frankie

Which bat is better for a power hitter: the 2016 LXT Plus or the Xeno plus? cara

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) and the Xeno Plus are designed for contact hitters and will have balanced swing weights.

Frankie

Can this bat be used in lower degree weather? cara

We do not recommend using2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) in cool weather.

Frankie

Is this bat just like the 2015 model? stephany

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) uses an upgraded composite material from the 2015 Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX150) for better durability and more sustained performance over time.

Patrick

Did they make the 2016 LXT Plus better than the 2016 Xeno Plus this year? cara

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) and the 2016 Louisville Slugger XENO Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPXN160) are similar in terms of performance. The major difference would be the feel of the bat. The LXT will have more flex and a bit better sting and vibration protection while the Xeno offers more control and a stiffer feel. Both are great designs. The preference would come down to which feel you prefer.

Patrick

Does this bat vibrate? shelly

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) features TRU3 Explosive Power Transfer Technology that provides a lighter swing Weight and reduced vibration

Jason

What is the rough texture on the barrel of the bat used for? softball girl

The texture on the barrel finish of the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) is not intended to have a functional purpose. It is for aesthetic quality only.

Patrick

Can you use this bat for college fastpitch softball? sarah

Yes, the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) is approved for college fastpitch softball.

Frankie

How long is this bat expected to last? Amanda

It is tough to say how long any bat, including the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) will last. With proper bat care, this bat could last a couple seasons, if not longer. It is covered under a 12 month manufacturer warranty with Louisville Slugger, so if it were to become damaged or defective within a year of the purchase date, you may return it back for the warranty replacement.

Tessa

When you say this bat is not recommended for use in colder weather, can you give me a range? Like, this bat is not recommended for use in temperatures below? Softball Dad

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160), like all composite bats, should not be used in temperatures below 60 degrees.

Jason

What is the difference between the following models of the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Bats: FPLX160, FPLX161 and FPLX169? Samantha

The drop weight or length to weight ratio would be the difference between the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) which is a -10, the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX161) which is a lighter -11, and the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX169) which is a heavier -9. The FPLX160 would be the most common and most popular drop weight for high school and collegiate players while younger players may like the lighter FPLX161. The FPLX169 would be more for power hitter style players.

Patrick

Does this new model have the same texture as the older model? Allison

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) features the same textured barrel as the 2015 LXT.

Jason

Does this bat require a break-in? Kristy

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 features new Performance Plus composite and S1iD technology. These features make the bat hot out of the wrapper and it does not require a break-in period.

Jason

I have heard of someone removing the inner S1id disc on their 2016 LXT. What would be the reason for that and does it harm the bat? Chip

It would not be a good thing to remove the S1id disc from the inside of the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160). The durability could suffer and the bat would not be up to code as far as certification goes. It also would void the warranty and most likely make the bat defective and unusable.

Patrick

I am looking for a bat that is more balanced than endloaded? Terry

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 is going to feature a balanced swing weight.

John P.

My daughter is 10 years old, 4'8" and about 75 pounds. We are trying to decide between the Louisville Slugger XENO & DeMarini CF8. Any recommendations? hollimcbrayer

Both the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 and the 2016 DeMarini CF8 Fastpitch Softball Bat: DXCFP are great options to consider if you are looking for a two-piece, fully composite fastpitch bat that will feature a balanced swing weight. Both of these bats are highly rated by consumers so it really comes down to your personal preferences as both bats would be excellent selections.

Cameron

How does this bat compare to the Easton mako? Kim

Both bats are fully composite and have a balanced swing weight. The 2016 Easton MAKO CXN ZERO Fastpitch Softball Bat: FP16MK10 has a thinner handle and features a HYPERSKIN grip. The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 has a three-piece construction while the 2016 Easton MAKO CXN ZERO Fastpitch Softball Bat: FP16MK10 has a two-piece construction.

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What is difference between 2015 and 2016 models? jeremy

This 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) will differ from the 2015 LXT as the 2016 model has updated Performance Plus composite material on it and also has a new Zero Friction Double Wall Design to create maximum barrel flex. As well, this 2016 bat will also have updated cosmetics.

Ben

How does this bat compare to the DeMarini CF8 or CF7? softball dad

This 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) will be very similar to the CF8 and CF7 models as all bats have the two-piece, all-composite design with vibration reducing technology. As well, all bats receive high remarks in regard to performance.

Ben

I read on the reviews that this bat has a lot of flex. What does this mean? Will its feel differ from a CF8? CoachFrank23

This 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) features flex because it has a two-piece design that will cause the barrel to flex back at contact and then flex back forward as the ball exits from the barrel. Typically all two-piece bats will feature some sort of flex while hitting a ball, but it is very possible that the CF8 could feature slightly less flex and thus feel a little more like a single-piece bat.

Ben

My daughter is 11 years old, about 5 feet 2 inches and weighs about 110 pounds. Will this be a good bat and if so what size is the recommended one? Dodgers

Based upon your daughter's height and weight, we would recommend going with a 32" option of a fastpitch softball bat. If your player can handle the 22 oz weight of the 32" option of this 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160), then I would recommend going with this bat in that size.

Ben

What does the "Plus" represent in the name of this bat? patti

This 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) includes "Plus" in its name because in employs a new Performance PLUS composite material in it. The performance PLUS material is an update from the composite material used in the 2015 model of the LXT.

Ben

Between the LXT Plus and the XENO Plus, which one has more pop to it and which one would you recommend for a high school player? patti

I would recommend both the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 and the XENO Plus for a high school player as they are excellent, high quality fastpitch softball bats. As far as which one has more pop, the answer to your question is going to be subjective depending upon who you ask but both models are very highly reviewed in the pop category.

John P.

Aside from the LXT being a three-piece and the XENO being a two-piece, what is the difference between these two bats? catcar1622

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 will feature the TRU3 Explosive Power Transfer Technology that is said to offer a lighter swing weight and reduce vibration while the 2016 Louisville Slugger XENO Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPXN160 will not.

John P.

My daughter is 5'2 and 120 pounds. She swings a 32 / 22 now with ease. Do you think a 33 / 23 would be too much? sean

Based upon your daughter's height and weight, I would recommend using a 32" 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160.

John P.

My daughter is 4'7" and weighs 67 lbs. She has been using a DeMarini Bustos 29/16 for the last two seasons. What bat size would you recommend for her? BJ

Based on her height and weight, we suggest a 30" 20 oz model in the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160.

Jason

Is it BBCOR? vixtcgh

No, the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 is not BBCOR certified. BBCOR certification only applies to baseball bats at this time. The LXT features the USSSA 1.20 BPF and ASA certification stamps.

Jason

My daughter is 4'10" and weighs 75 lbs. She is a 9yr old and plays 10U travel ball. She is coming from a CF6 in the 28"/17 oz size. What size would you recommend? CLR

Based upon your player's height and weight, we would make a general recommendation of going with a 31" model of this 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160). As long as she can handle the 21 oz weight of the 31" model of this bat, that size should be be alright for her. However, if you are more comfortable with a move to the slightly smaller 30"/20 oz model, that size option would allow her to make less of a jump in length and weight from her old model.

Ben

My daughter is 5'6" and weighs 140 pounds. What do you suggest for length in the XENO and LXT? Balu

Based upon your daughter's height and weight, I would recommend using a 33" 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 as well as the XENO.

John P.

My daughter is 5'8" and 140 Lbs. What length should I purchase for her? It is for high school ball. Craiger

Based on her height and weight, we suggest a 33" model in the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160.

Jason

My daughter has been using a DeMarini CF8 Insane 32". She is 5'5 and 160 lbs. I want to move her to the new Louisville LXT. What size would you recommend? Stone

Based on her height and weight, we suggest a 34" model in the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160.

Jason

My daughter is 5 feet 4 inches and 105 pounds. She is currently swinging the orange Easton Mako 29/17 and is 12 years old. Would this be a good bat for her and what size? Thank you. maddy softball

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 is certainly an appropriate bat for her. For your daughter's height and weight we recommend a 32" length bat.

Angelique

My daughter is 5'5" tall and weighs 115 lbs. She is in the 7th grade and is playing travel ball. What size bat do you recommend for her? Jan

Based on your daughter's height and weight, I would recommend that she swing a 32" bat. That would be a 32" 22 oz. size in this 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 model.

Nick

My daughter is 5'4 and 130lbs. She is our power hitter. She has a Xeno now that is 32" 22 oz. Do you think 33" 23 oz. would be a huge difference for her? Sonya shillings

For a player with her height and weight we would recommend a 32" 22 oz.

John

My daughter is 5'8" and 170 pounds. What size bat should she use? Mike

Based upon your daughter's height and weight, I would recommend using a 34" 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160.

John P.

My daughter is 5'8" and is 12 years old. Uses a XENO 33. What size should she be using? She wants the Louisville LXT. Kami

All of our recommendations are based off of a player's height and weight. To get a better understanding of what bat size you are needing, we would recommend consulting with our bat coach at: http://www.justbats.com/bat-coach/

Cameron

Is there a break in period? Can they be used in the batting cages? Also, is there any kind of warranty? chris

Yes, the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) will require around 100-150 swings off a tee or soft toss to fully break-in the composite fibers. Make sure you rotate the bat around a quarter of an inch every 15-20 swings to break-in all composite fibers throughout the barrel. We do not recommend using this bat in the batting cage unless it is with a regular softball. The yellow dimpled cage balls will be heavier than a regular softball which can cause more stress on the barrel. The LXT Plus features a 12 month manufacturers warranty through Louisville Slugger.

John

we just bought the lxt 33/23. we have hit 165 balls so far. when can she go into the cages and hit the dimple balls. or can she never hit those balls. please advise. thank you. Mike

Here at JustBats.com, we do not recommend using those dimple balls that are often used at the batting cages. These balls are more dense than a regular baseball and really increase the chances of your bat becoming defective.

Nick

when did this bat come out? austin5

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 was released 6/1/2015.

Cameron

Will there be a new Louisville Slugger come out this year? ka

We anticipate that Louisville Slugger will release a new model of this bat sometime this year. As for the release date of the bat that will replace the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 that is yet to be determined.

Cameron

What's the barrel length? Softball dad

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 will feature a 2 1/4 inch barrel diameter and will have an approximate length of 17 inches.

John P.

Is there a slow pitch ASA approved version? rob

The 2016 Louisville Slugger Z4 Balanced ASA/USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Bat: WTLZ4A16B would be the most similar option to the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 for ASA slow pitch softball.

Jason

Does it come in a 34" -10? Espy

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 did come in a 34" -10, but the bat is discontinued now and we no longer have that size available.

Jason

Does this bat come in 33 -10? oninfour99

The 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 does come in a 33" / 23 oz. model but unfortunately we are completely sold out of that particular length and weight.

John P.

Is this bat legal for high school softball? George

Yes, the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 will be legal for high school softball. The bat will also feature ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ISF certifications.

Nick

When is the 2017 coming out since everyone is sold out of the size I need. Michelle Lear

The 2017 models of the LXT's are expected to be released on July 1st.

Cameron

What is the differnece between the 2015 and 2016? sheryl

This 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) features some upgrades when compared to the 2015 LXT model. The two biggest upgrades on the 2016 model are the new Performance Plus Composite and the Zero Friction Double Wall Design that allows for maximum barrel flex. Besides those features and the cosmetics, the two bats should be pretty similar.

Ben

Where is the sweet spot located on this bat? cheryl

The sweet spot on this 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) will be located on the barrel of the bat. Unfortunately, I would not be able to give you the exact parameters of where it will be on the barrel, but I do know it will start a few inches below the end cap and extend down the barrel of the bat.

Ben

I have a new 2016 Lxt. we have had it for a month. Should the handle twist a little where it meets the barrel? 3 lxt's at a tourney all do a little. thanks!! Insanity coach

Yes, the TRU3 Dynamic Socket Connection technology allows for slight movement between the barrel and handle to maximize barrel trampoline effect and to help eliminate negative vibration.

Nick

I'm a power hitter and I am trying to decide between the XENO Plus and LXT Plus. Is there a major difference between the XENO Plus and the LXT Plus? mich21

The difference that will exist between this 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) and the XENO Plus is that this LXT features the TRU3 design which features a vibration dampening connection point to limit the vibration that gets to a player's hands on a miss-hit. Besides the TRU 3 design and the cosmetics, the two bats will be pretty much the same as they feature the same composite material and both have a balanced weighting.

Ben

What is the difference in a 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus FPLX160 /FPLX161? ace

The main difference between these two bats would be the length to weight ratio. The FPLX160 will feature a drop 10 while the FPLX161 will feature a drop 11.

Cameron

Is this bat balanced or end-loaded? ashley

This 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) will come with a balanced swing weight to it.

Ben

What does it mean when a bat loses its "pop"? maddy

When someone says that a bat like this 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) [or any bat], loses its "pop", they are saying that the bat is no longer performing at the high level the customer expects out of the bat. Oftentimes, if this characteristic is noted within 12 months from the purchase date of the bat, you can generally set up a warranty claim with the manufacturer and get set up to return your original bat and get a replacement.

Ben

I'm looking for a 2016 Louisville lxt (green or blue); 20 - 23 oz; drop of -9, -10, or -11; 33 inches. Is there a bat that meets these specs? Thank you. J.R.

The 2017 Louisville Slugger LXT Hyper Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX170) is going to meet the specs that you listed.

Carter

Is there a special model that you can buy that is different than the ones advertised (one with better "pop")? Earth Todd

We do not have any special models of this 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) besides this one and the new 2017 LXT HYper (FPLX170). I don't know of another LXT that will feature extra "pop" when compared to this one, but if you want to build a 2017 LXT Hyper with your custom choice of cosmetics, you can go to Slugger's website (custom.slugger.com) to create a custom cosmetic design for the bat.

Ben

is there a 28/17 oz of this bat yamis

Unfortunately, the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 is not available in the 28" 17 oz. size.

Sean

Do you have this bat in 32 drop -10? danny

Unfortunately, the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 is not available in that size anymore. Since it is last years model we have sold out of that size and can no longer get anymore in.

Jason

Do you have a 33/23 or 34/23? Dot

We do not have any more of the 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160 or the drop model in stock from 2016. If seeking the LXT we do have the 2017 model in stock.

Cameron

Can you send me a side by side comparison of the LXT Plus and the LXT Hyper? JRudloff

Unfortunately, this 2016 Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX160) has been discontinued and we are unable to use our comparison feature on discontinued bats. However, if you wanted to know the big difference between this FPLX160 and the new 2017 Louisville Slugger LXT Hyper Fastpitch Softball Bat (FPLX170), it is going to be an improved connection point on the 2017 Hyper that is designed to be more durable and the new PBF Barrel Technology on the 2017 Hyper that is designed to give a larger sweet spot and maximize power.

Ben

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About the Brand

In 1842, J. Frederick Hillerich emigrated with his family from Baden-Baden, Germany to the United States. Eight years before, the 1834 Book of Sports had made its debut as the nation's first publication covering baseball. But when he arrived in Baltimore, J. Frederick Hillerich would never have dreamed of the future impact his family would have on America's favorite pastime.

After a short while, the Hillerichs moved to Louisville, where J. Fred started a woodworking shop in 1856. Two of his sons, Adam and John Andrew "Bud" were born in the United States and would later join their father in his business. By 1864 "J.F. Hillerich, Job Turning" was in operation and filled orders for businesses by custom-turning everything from balusters to bedposts.

The firm thrived, and by 1875 the little woodworking shop employed about 20 people. In 1880 Bud Hillerich, who was an amateur baseball player, became an apprentice in his father's shop. Young Bud made his own baseball bats along with bats for several of his teammates.

The debate over the origins of the first bat continues to generate controversy among baseball enthusiasts, but the younger Hillerich was most certainly involved in getting his father's business involved with what would become the company's signature item. According to company legend, the first bat was turned by Bud for Pete "The Old Gladiator" Browning in 1884. Browning was a star on Louisville's professional American Association team - the Eclipse. On a spring afternoon Bud, then seventeen, witnessed Browning break his favorite bat. Bud offered to make a bat for his hero, and Browning accepted. After the young wood shop apprentice lathed a quality stick from white ash, according to the story, Browning got three hits with it in the next game.

Louisville Slugger gloves are worn by more pitchers in Major League Baseball than any other glove.

Bat Properties

Louisville Slugger LXT Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPLX160

Approved For

ASA ISA NSA USSSA

Barrel Diameter

2 1/4

Bat Type

Softball

Color

Blue White

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Length to Weight Ratio

-10

Material

Composite

Series

LXT

Softball Bats

Fastpitch

Vendor

Louisville Slugger

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