Cleveland TA6 vs Cleveland Launcher
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Specification comparison
| Club | TA6 loft | Launcher loft | TA6 lie | Launcher lie | TA6 length | Launcher length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 | — | 59.25 | — | 39.75 | — |
| 2 | 18.5 | — | 59.75 | — | 39.25 | — |
| 3 | 21 | 20.5 | 60.25 | 60 | 38.75 | 39.375 |
| 4 | 24 | 23 | 60.75 | 60.5 | 38.25 | 38.75 |
| 5 | 27 | 26 | 61.25 | 61 | 37.75 | 38.125 |
| 6 | 30 | 29 | 61.75 | 61.5 | 37.25 | 37.5 |
| 7 | 33.5 | 33 | 62.5 | 62.5 | 36.75 | 37 |
| 8 | 37 | 37 | 63.25 | 63 | 36.25 | 36.5 |
| 9 | 41 | 41 | 64 | 64 | 35.75 | 36 |
| PW | 45 | 45 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 35.5 | 35.5 |
| DW | 50 | 50 | 64.75 | 65 | 35.25 | 35.25 |
| SW | 55 | 55 | 65 | 65 | 35 | 35 |
Highlighted cells differ between the two sets. Lofts and lies are factory standard.
Lofts compared
- TA6
- Launcher
What the differences mean
At the 7-iron, the TA6 is 33.5° and the Launcher is 33°, a 0.5° gap. Each degree of loft is worth roughly 3 to 4 yards of carry at the same swing speed, so the Launcher should carry about 2 yards further with that club, on a slightly lower, shallower flight than the TA6. Across the 10 clubs both sets share, the Launcher averages 0.4° stronger, with the largest gap at the 4-iron (24° vs 23°). Beyond loft, the Launcher 7-iron is 0.25 inches longer (36.75" vs 37").
The sets are built differently: the TA6 runs 1-iron to SW (12 clubs), the Launcher 3-iron to SW (10 clubs).
Both are game improvement irons, built for roughly 10 to 25 handicaps. Perimeter-weighted cavity backs with wider soles, more offset and stronger lofts, aimed at mid handicaps. Because they target the same golfer, the decision comes down to the specific loft, feel and shaping differences rather than who the sets are made for.
The Launcher came out 1 year after the TA6, but it is a different line rather than a direct replacement, so the two were designed for different golfers as well as different seasons.
Which should you choose?
The Launcher is the stronger-lofted set — up to 1° stronger than the TA6 on matching clubs. Expect longer carry per numbered iron but a flatter descent angle; gapping at the wedge end is where that shows up.
Both charts are reproduced in full on their own pages: Cleveland TA6 specs and Cleveland Launcher specs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cleveland TA6 stronger lofted than the Launcher?
No. The Launcher is the stronger-lofted set: its 7-iron is 33° against 33.5° for the Cleveland TA6, 0.5° stronger and worth about 2 yards of extra carry.
What is the loft difference between the Cleveland TA6 and Launcher?
At the 7-iron the difference is 0.5° (33.5° vs 33°). The largest gap on a shared club is 1° at the 4-iron, and 5 of the 10 shared clubs differ.
Are the Cleveland TA6 and Launcher aimed at the same golfer?
Yes. Both are game improvement irons, built for roughly 10 to 25 handicaps. Choose on feel, looks and gapping, ideally after hitting both.
Do the Cleveland TA6 and Launcher have the same lie and length?
Not exactly. At the 7-iron the Cleveland TA6 is 62.5° lie and 36.75 inches, the Launcher 62.5° and 37 inches. Both can be bent or built to your own fit.
Shop both models
Compare prices for new and used sets on eBay:
We may earn a commission from purchases made through links on this page at no extra cost to you.