PING unveils its new G740 iron, specifically designed for golfers seeking maximum game improvement. This innovative iron promises exceptional distance, a high launch trajectory, and enhanced forgiveness, all contributing to lower scores and greater consistency on the course.
These custom-fitted G740 irons are now available globally for pre-order and custom fittings at official PING retailers. Pricing starts at $202.50 per club with a standard steel shaft, or $217.50 per club for a graphite shaft option.
John K. Solheim, PING CEO/President, stated that the G740 iron marks a strategic re-entry into the super-game-improvement iron segment. He highlighted its visibly wider sole and larger clubhead, which make it PING’s most forgiving and longest iron currently available. Solheim explained that golfers needing more game consistency will benefit from the larger face, designed to provide superior results even on off-center hits, resulting in increased ball speed and forgiveness. He assured that golfers suited for the G740 will appreciate its performance and the advantage of hitting more greens.
A core design goal for the G740 iron was to maximize ball speed, particularly for players striving for more consistent contact. This engineering focus helps generate shots that launch higher, travel greater distances, and effectively hold the green upon landing.
The G740 iron incorporates a wider, dual-camber sole, strategically placing the center of gravity (CG) low and deep. This design promotes elevated ball speeds and a higher launch angle, leading to increased distance and crucial stopping power on the greens. Utilizing an advanced heat-treatment process, the 17-4 stainless steel gains exceptional strength, enabling engineers to create a thinner, larger face for enhanced flexibility. This expanded hitting surface also helps maintain ball speed and improve accuracy on mishits. Furthermore, the PurFlex cavity badge, featuring three distinct flex zones, precisely manages face flex while refining both feel and acoustics.
Solheim emphasized that the G740 iron’s rapid ball speed is a significant differentiator in its category and a cornerstone of its effectiveness. He added, “It launches high and provides golfers with the distance and confidence required to approach greens with shorter irons, achieving a higher maximum height that allows shots to stop closer to the pin. The G740 iron also delivers a satisfying feel and sound.”
A larger, perimeter-weighted clubhead combined with a wider sole underpins the G740’s highly forgiving design. Players will also observe a generous offset in the cavity-back structure, which significantly aids in launching the ball more easily and consistently. Additionally, the Hydropearl chrome 2.0 finish, designed to boost performance, ensures dependable launch characteristics across diverse playing conditions.
Solheim reflected on PING’s legacy, stating, “Our commitment to pioneering forgiveness through perimeter weighting continually drives us.” He noted that their engineers integrate contemporary design methodologies with the enduring principles established by his grandfather, Karsten Solheim. The G740 iron, he concluded, exemplifies this philosophy, delivering the forgiveness and consistency golfers need to elevate their game and achieve lower scores.
The G740 features standard lofts that are meticulously engineered for optimal set configurations, aiming to maximize overall performance, increase distance, and fine-tune yardage gaps to suit individual golfers. The set includes four wedges, each with machined faces and grooves for enhanced control. Furthermore, fitters can precisely customize performance with options for power (stronger) or retro (weaker) spec lofts.
Solheim also highlighted the importance of club gapping, explaining, “The extensive data we analyze via our Arccos partnership increasingly underscores the significant role properly gapped sets play in a golfer’s overall performance.” He emphasized this is particularly crucial for G740 iron users, who often transition to hybrids and fairway woods around the 5- or 6-iron. Solheim urged all golfers to meticulously review their club configurations to guarantee they are utilizing the most effective combination of clubs.