Mizuno MP-18 MMC vs Mizuno MP-18 SC
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Specification comparison
| Club | MP-18 MMC loft | MP-18 SC loft | MP-18 MMC lie | MP-18 SC lie | MP-18 MMC length | MP-18 SC length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | — | 21 | — | 59.5 | — | 38.75 |
| 4 | 22 | 24 | 60 | 60 | 38.25 | 38.25 |
| 5 | 25 | 27 | 60.5 | 60.5 | 37.75 | 37.75 |
| 6 | 28 | 30 | 61 | 61 | 37.25 | 37.25 |
| 7 | 32 | 34 | 61.5 | 61.5 | 36.75 | 36.75 |
| 8 | 36 | 38 | 62 | 62 | 36.25 | 36.25 |
| 9 | 41 | 42 | 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 MMC
- MP-18 SC
What the differences mean
At the 7-iron, the MP-18 MMC is 32° and the MP-18 SC is 34°, 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 SC. Across the 7 clubs both sets share, the MP-18 SC averages 1.6° weaker, with the largest gap at the 4-iron (22° vs 24°).
The sets are built differently: the MP-18 MMC runs 4-iron to PW (7 clubs), the MP-18 SC 3-iron to PW (8 clubs).
Both are players irons, built for roughly scratch to 10 handicaps. Small-to-mid cavity backs with traditional lofts, modest offset and workable shaping for low-handicap players. 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.
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 SC is the weaker-lofted set — up to 2° weaker than the MP-18 MMC. That trades raw distance for a steeper landing angle and more predictable stopping power into greens.
Both charts are reproduced in full on their own pages: Mizuno MP-18 MMC specs and Mizuno MP-18 SC specs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mizuno MP-18 MMC stronger lofted than the MP-18 SC?
Yes. The Mizuno MP-18 MMC 7-iron is 32° against 34° for the MP-18 SC, 2° stronger, which is worth roughly 6 to 8 yards of extra carry with the same swing.
What is the loft difference between the Mizuno MP-18 MMC and MP-18 SC?
At the 7-iron the difference is 2° (32° vs 34°). The largest gap on a shared club is 2° at the 4-iron, and 6 of the 7 shared clubs differ.
Are the Mizuno MP-18 MMC and MP-18 SC aimed at the same golfer?
Yes. Both are players irons, built for roughly scratch to 10 handicaps. Choose on feel, looks and gapping, ideally after hitting both.
Do the Mizuno MP-18 MMC and MP-18 SC 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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