Miura CB-2008 vs Miura IC-601
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Specification comparison
| Club | CB-2008 loft | IC-601 loft | CB-2008 lie | IC-601 lie | CB-2008 length | IC-601 length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | — | 22 | — | 60 | — | 38.5 |
| 5 | 25 | 25 | 60 | 60.5 | 38 | 38 |
| 6 | 28 | 28 | 60.5 | 61 | 37.5 | 37.5 |
| 7 | 32 | 31 | 61 | 61.5 | 37 | 37 |
| 8 | 36 | 35 | 61.5 | 62 | 36.5 | 36.5 |
| 9 | 40 | 40 | 62 | 62.5 | 36 | 36 |
| PW | 45 | 45 | 62.5 | 63 | 35.75 | 35.75 |
| GW | — | 50 | — | 63 | — | 35.5 |
Highlighted cells differ between the two sets. Lofts and lies are factory standard.
Lofts compared
- CB-2008
- IC-601
What the differences mean
At the 7-iron, the CB-2008 is 32° and the IC-601 is 31°, a 1° gap. Each degree of loft is worth roughly 3 to 4 yards of carry at the same swing speed, so the IC-601 should carry roughly 3 to 4 yards further with that club, on a slightly lower, shallower flight than the CB-2008. Across the 6 clubs both sets share, the IC-601 averages 0.3° stronger, with the largest gap at the 7-iron (32° vs 31°). Beyond loft, the CB-2008 7-iron sits 0.5° flatter (61° vs 61.5°), which nudges start direction slightly right for a right-hander.
The sets are built differently: the CB-2008 runs 5-iron to PW (6 clubs), the IC-601 4-iron to GW (8 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 CB-2008 is listed as two-piece forged face welded to a stainless composite pocket cavity (5-8); one-piece forged (9-PW) and the IC-601 as inner cavity design with back weight screw. With the build method this similar, differences in feel come down to head size, sole width, topline and offset rather than how the heads are made.
Both sets were introduced in 2017, so this is a choice between two models from the same lineup rather than an upgrade: Miura designed them to sit side by side for different players.
Which should you choose?
The IC-601 is the stronger-lofted set — up to 1° stronger than the CB-2008 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: Miura CB-2008 specs and Miura IC-601 specs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Miura CB-2008 stronger lofted than the IC-601?
No. The IC-601 is the stronger-lofted set: its 7-iron is 31° against 32° for the Miura CB-2008, 1° stronger and worth roughly 3 to 4 yards of extra carry.
What is the loft difference between the Miura CB-2008 and IC-601?
At the 7-iron the difference is 1° (32° vs 31°). The largest gap on a shared club is 1° at the 7-iron, and 2 of the 6 shared clubs differ.
Are the Miura CB-2008 and IC-601 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 Miura CB-2008 and IC-601 have the same lie and length?
Not exactly. At the 7-iron the Miura CB-2008 is 61° lie and 37 inches, the IC-601 61.5° and 37 inches. Both can be bent or built to your own fit.
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