Mizuno MP-9 vs Mizuno Pro TN-87
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Specification comparison
| Club | MP-9 loft | Pro TN-87 loft | MP-9 lie | Pro TN-87 lie | MP-9 length | Pro TN-87 length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2 | 18 | 18 | — | 56 | — | — |
| 3 | 21 | 21 | 57 | 57 | 38.5 | 38.5 |
| 4 | 24 | 24 | 58 | 58 | 38 | 38 |
| 5 | 27.5 | 27 | 59 | 59 | 37.5 | 37.5 |
| 6 | 31 | 31 | 59.5 | 60 | 37 | 37 |
| 7 | 35 | 35 | 60 | 60.5 | 36.5 | 36.5 |
| 8 | 39 | 39 | 61 | 61 | 36 | 36 |
| 9 | 43 | 43 | 62 | 61.5 | 35.75 | 35.5 |
| PW | 47 | 48 | 62.5 | 62 | 35.5 | 35 |
| PS | 52 | — | 63 | — | 35.5 | — |
| SW | 54 | 56 | 63 | 62 | 35.5 | — |
Highlighted cells differ between the two sets. Lofts and lies are factory standard.
Lofts compared
- MP-9
- Pro TN-87
What the differences mean
At the 7-iron, the MP-9 is 35° and the Pro TN-87 is 35°, identical at the club most golfers compare on, although other clubs in the sets differ. Across the 10 clubs both sets share, the Pro TN-87 averages 0.2° weaker, with the largest gap at the SW (54° vs 56°). The pitching wedges are 47° and 48°; the stronger one leaves a 3° jump to a 50° gap wedge, which matters when planning wedge gapping. Beyond loft, the MP-9 7-iron sits 0.5° flatter (60° vs 60.5°), which nudges start direction slightly right for a right-hander.
The sets are built differently: the MP-9 runs 1-iron to SW (12 clubs), the Pro TN-87 2-iron to SW (10 clubs).
Both are blade irons, built for low single-digit handicaps who strike the ball consistently. Compact muscleback irons with minimal offset, thin toplines and the smallest sweet spot — built for shot-shaping over forgiveness. 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. 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 1988, 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 Pro TN-87 is the weaker-lofted set — up to 2° weaker than the MP-9. 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-9 specs and Mizuno Pro TN-87 specs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mizuno MP-9 stronger lofted than the Pro TN-87?
Not at the 7-iron, where both are 35°. Other clubs in the sets differ, so compare the full table above.
What is the loft difference between the Mizuno MP-9 and Pro TN-87?
At the 7-iron the difference is 0° (35° vs 35°). The largest gap on a shared club is 2° at the SW, and 3 of the 10 shared clubs differ.
Are the Mizuno MP-9 and Pro TN-87 aimed at the same golfer?
Yes. Both are blade irons, built for low single-digit handicaps who strike the ball consistently. Choose on feel, looks and gapping, ideally after hitting both.
Do the Mizuno MP-9 and Pro TN-87 have the same lie and length?
Not exactly. At the 7-iron the Mizuno MP-9 is 60° lie and 36.5 inches, the Pro TN-87 60.5° and 36.5 inches. Both can be bent or built to your own fit.
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