Mizuno MP-18 MB vs Mizuno MP-18 MMC
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Specification comparison
| Club | MP-18 MB loft | MP-18 MMC loft | MP-18 MB lie | MP-18 MMC lie | MP-18 MB length | MP-18 MMC length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 21 | — | 59.5 | — | 38.75 | — |
| 4 | 24 | 22 | 60 | 60 | 38.25 | 38.25 |
| 5 | 27 | 25 | 60.5 | 60.5 | 37.75 | 37.75 |
| 6 | 30 | 28 | 61 | 61 | 37.25 | 37.25 |
| 7 | 34 | 32 | 61.5 | 61.5 | 36.75 | 36.75 |
| 8 | 38 | 36 | 62 | 62 | 36.25 | 36.25 |
| 9 | 42 | 41 | 62.5 | 62.5 | 35.75 | 35.75 |
| PW | 46 | 46 | 63 | 63 | 35.5 | 35.5 |
Highlighted cells differ between the two sets. Lofts and lies are factory standard.
Lofts compared
- MP-18 MB
- MP-18 MMC
What the differences mean
At the 7-iron, the MP-18 MB is 34° and the MP-18 MMC is 32°, a 2° gap. Each degree of loft is worth roughly 3 to 4 yards of carry at the same swing speed, so the MP-18 MMC should carry roughly 6 to 8 yards further with that club, on a slightly lower, shallower flight than the MP-18 MB. Across the 7 clubs both sets share, the MP-18 MMC averages 1.6° stronger, with the largest gap at the 4-iron (24° vs 22°).
The sets are built differently: the MP-18 MB runs 3-iron to PW (8 clubs), the MP-18 MMC 4-iron to PW (7 clubs).
The MP-18 MB is a blade iron and the MP-18 MMC a players iron, so they sit one step apart on the forgiveness scale. The MP-18 MMC is the more forgiving design, with a wider sole, more offset and more perimeter weighting for roughly scratch to 10 handicaps. The MP-18 MB trades some of that for a more compact head, thinner topline and more control over flight and shape, which suits low single-digit handicaps who strike the ball consistently.
Both heads are listed as forged. The MP-18 MMC adds tungsten weighting, which lowers the centre of gravity and raises stability on mis-hits, helping the long irons launch.
Both sets were introduced in 2017, so this is a choice between two models from the same lineup rather than an upgrade: Mizuno designed them to sit side by side for different players.
Which should you choose?
The MP-18 MMC is the stronger-lofted set — up to 2° stronger than the MP-18 MB 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: Mizuno MP-18 MB specs and Mizuno MP-18 MMC specs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mizuno MP-18 MB stronger lofted than the MP-18 MMC?
No. The MP-18 MMC is the stronger-lofted set: its 7-iron is 32° against 34° for the Mizuno MP-18 MB, 2° stronger and worth roughly 6 to 8 yards of extra carry.
What is the loft difference between the Mizuno MP-18 MB and MP-18 MMC?
At the 7-iron the difference is 2° (34° vs 32°). The largest gap on a shared club is 2° at the 4-iron, and 6 of the 7 shared clubs differ.
Which is better for higher handicap golfers, the Mizuno MP-18 MB or the MP-18 MMC?
The MP-18 MMC. As a players iron it is the more forgiving design, suited to roughly scratch to 10 handicaps. The Mizuno MP-18 MB is a blade iron, better suited to low single-digit handicaps who strike the ball consistently.
Do the Mizuno MP-18 MB and MP-18 MMC have the same lie and length?
At the 7-iron, yes: both are 61.5° lie and 36.75 inches long.
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