TaylorMade M2 (2017) vs TaylorMade M2
Side-by-side factory specifications. Differing values are highlighted.
Specification comparison
| Club | M2 (2017) loft | M2 loft | M2 (2017) lie | M2 lie | M2 (2017) length | M2 length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 19 | 19 | 61.5 | 61 | 38.88 | 38.875 |
| 5 | 21.5 | 21.5 | 62 | 61.75 | 38.25 | 38.25 |
| 6 | 25 | 25 | 62.5 | 62.5 | 37.63 | 37.625 |
| 7 | 28.5 | 28.5 | 63 | 63 | 37 | 37 |
| 8 | 33 | 33 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 36.5 | 36.5 |
| 9 | 38 | 38 | 64 | 64 | 36 | 36 |
| PW | 43.5 | 43.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 35.5 | 35.5 |
| AW | 49 | 49 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 35.5 | 35.5 |
| SW | 54 | 55 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 35.25 | 35.25 |
| LW | 59 | 60 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 35.25 | 35 |
Highlighted cells differ between the two sets. Lofts and lies are factory standard.
Lofts compared
- M2 (2017)
- M2
What the differences mean
At the 7-iron, the M2 (2017) is 28.5° and the M2 is 28.5°, identical at the club most golfers compare on, although other clubs in the sets differ. Across the 10 clubs both sets share, the differences roughly cancel out, with the largest gap at the SW (54° vs 55°).
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 M2 (2017) is listed as investment cast with Speed Pocket sole slot and heel/toe Face Slots and the M2 as investment cast with Speed Pocket sole slot. 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 2016, so this is a choice between two models from the same lineup rather than an upgrade: TaylorMade designed them to sit side by side for different players.
Which should you choose?
The M2 is the weaker-lofted set — up to 1° weaker than the M2 (2017). 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: TaylorMade M2 (2017) specs and TaylorMade M2 specs.
Frequently asked questions
Is the TaylorMade M2 (2017) stronger lofted than the M2?
Not at the 7-iron, where both are 28.5°. Other clubs in the sets differ, so compare the full table above.
What is the loft difference between the TaylorMade M2 (2017) and M2?
At the 7-iron the difference is 0° (28.5° vs 28.5°). The largest gap on a shared club is 1° at the SW, and 2 of the 10 shared clubs differ.
Are the TaylorMade M2 (2017) and M2 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 TaylorMade M2 (2017) and M2 have the same lie and length?
At the 7-iron, yes: both are 63° lie and 37 inches long.
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