Combining classic looks with modern performance, Titleist has always made products that resonate with golfers of all skill levels. A good indicator of a brand’s quality and reputation is how they are represented on the pro circuit. Not specifically just with the players they have under contract either; it’s always interesting to see the clubs used by equipment free agents who have no obligation to use a specific brand and have their pick of all of the clubs on the market. Titleist is well represented by the free agents, and with good reason.
The brand has produced some fantastic drivers in recent years and their most recent offering has raised the bar even higher. The GT series of drivers, fairways and hybrids push the boundaries of innovation to deliver exceptional levels of performance across the board.
According to Titleist, the GT drivers are faster, longer and straighter than their predecessors, whilst retaining the appealing sound, feel and classic look that makes them so popular. You could argue the Titleist GT are a new class of drivers given the market-leading performance and adoption at the highest level.
The GT range of drivers have something for everyone and the fairway woods and hybrids also feature much of the same technology and compare favorably with anything else on the market. Getting properly custom fitted is the crucial first step for golfers looking to take their game to the next level and ensure they are purchasing the right clubs for them - a service that's available at PGA TOUR Superstore. But for now, let’s take a deep dive into that technology and look at what makes the GT range of drivers, fairways and hybrids so impressive.
Generational Technology
GT stands for ‘Generational Technology’ which is a bold claim. Titleist’s aim when producing new drivers, and indeed any other type of club, is to improve every aspect of performance rather than focus on just one area.
When it comes to the various clubs in the GT series, but specifically with the drivers, there are three main tech enhancements. Starting with the Seamless Thermoform Crown, which is an ultra-lightweight design crafted from a Proprietary Mix Polymer (PMP) that allows for optimized weight distribution, producing enhanced speed and stability while maintaining Titleist's signature sound and feel.
Next we have Split Mass Construction, which is an enhancement designed to redistribute weight both forward and back within the clubhead. The purpose of this is to optimize launch conditions, speed, and spin. This is individually tailored to each of the four models in the GT series.
Finally we come on to an upgraded titanium Speed Ring with variable face thickness. This helps to stabilize the face perimeter to ensure consistent speed across the entire face, which really enhances forgiveness on off-center strikes.
Titleist GT Drivers
We have extensively tested the clubs in the GT family and the performance levels were exceptional right across the board. In terms of the drivers, there are four options, with two being aimed at the higher level of player and two suitably for the average golfer and weekend warrior.
While the GT2, GT3 and GT4 drivers were all released in August 2024, the GT1 did not arrive until January 2025. The GT1 is an ultra-lightweight head aimed specifically at golfers with slow/moderate swing speeds as it is designed to provide maximum assistance in getting the ball airborne from the tee. This makes it ideal for higher handicap players and older golfers who may be losing a bit of speed, as the high-launch and mid-spin combo will help to squeeze out every last yard.
Driving the ball can be one of the most difficult parts of the game for golfers and the wrong driver will certainly make things more difficult. The GT1 is specifically designed to help golfers achieve a higher launch, not just higher handicap golfers or older players that tend to have lower swing speeds. The two configurations and heavier weighting options allow for customization here for faster players, so if you struggle to keep the ball in the air the GT1 driver could be worth a try.
The most forgiving head in the line up is the GT2. This is a high performance driver that suits golfers of a wide range of skill levels. Primarily, it’s ideal for those who lack consistency off the tee and may not always find the center of the face. This high-MOI driver provides great stability without sacrificing speed and is probably the club that will appeal to the broadest range of golfers.
The GT1 and GT2 have a wide appeal and will be the drivers you are more likely to see down at your local course although interestingly some high profile players such as Justin Thomas and Cameron Young have put the GT2 into play. That shows just how versatile the GT2 driver is - providing the extra forgiveness that a mid-handicap player requires while also producing the necessary workability and elite performance required by the world’s best golfers.
The GT3 and GT4 are mostly going to be found in the bags of tour pros although many amateur players are also being fitted into the GT3. Top pros like Tom Kim and Billy Horschel have gone for the GT3, which is a low spinning, mid-launch option with an adjustable CG Track to maximise distance and directional control. The GT3 is ideal for the more consistent ball striker who needs a slightly lower spin profile than is on offer from the GT2.
Then there is the GT4, which has been used on tour by Byeong-Hun An and Garrick Higgo amongst others. The GT4 is the lowest spinning model in the range and is specifically geared towards the golfer that is losing distance due to spin rates above 3,000 RPMs. It’s a low launching driver with a slightly smaller head (430cc) that will benefit the better player with high clubhead speed. It is available in lofts of 8.0°, 9.0° & 10.0°.
Titleist GT280 Mini Driver
Another option you should consider at the top of the bag is the new Titleist GT280 Mini Driver. Designed for distance and control off the tee as well as playability from the turf, it leverages generational technology from both Titleist’s GT driver and fairway lineups to give golfers versatile performance.
Engineered to be longer and more forgiving than a fairway metal, yet easier to control and more workable than a driver, GT280 gives players an entirely unique set of performance characteristics compared to previous Titleist metalwoods. The mini driver has forward/aft weighting adjustability like that of the GT4 driver, giving golfers two distinct CG settings from which to choose.
Titleist GT Fairway Woods
Onto the fairways, and there are three options; GT1, GT2 and GT3. In terms of the tech, it’s much the same story as with the drivers. They feature the same new Seamless Thermoform Crown design found in the rest of the GT range. They also boast the new L-Cup face design and VFT (Varaiable Face Thickness), although there are differences between the models themselves.
The GT1 fairway wood is an excellent option for mid-high handicap players with slower swings who need some assistance getting the ball in the air, particularly from the fairway. It’s lightweight and features adjustable weighting that allows the user to dial in their perfect setting for fast, forgiving, high-speed performance.
The GT2 fairway wood is all about forgiveness. It delivers a high launch, mid-low levels of spin, maximum forgiveness and consistently impressive speed and extreme stability - no matter where you hit it.
The tour level offering is the GT3 which is a low-spin option aimed at golfers who want to attack every shot with confidence. It boasts a compact, tour-inspired shape as well as an adjustable CG Track for fine-tuned performance.
Titleist GT Hybrids
Finally we have the GT hybrids. Again, three options with similar profiles to the fairways. The Titleist GT1 hybrid is the high-launch option aimed at the slower swingers and higher handicap players. The GT2 hybrid will suit the broadest range of golfers and is the most forgiving, while the GT3 hybrid is the tour level option that offers great workability for the accomplished player that likes to shape their shots.
