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IronsSrixon ZXi5 Irons (2026 model)Specs and who they suit
Updated: Sep 12, 2026Contains affiliate links
Srixon released these irons on September 12, 2026. The 7-iron has a 31° loft, a design true to each club's number that doesn't chase extra distance. The body is forged soft carbon steel, and #4–7 get a tungsten-nickel alloy to lower the center of gravity. Watch out for the name: the previous generation, released in 2024, is also called "ZXi5," so if you're shopping used, always check the release year.
Who this model is for, in 30 seconds
| If you | This pick | Test status | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Players trying to break 90 who want a middle ground between forgiveness and control | #1 / IronsSrixon ZXi5 Irons (2026 model) A design true to each club's number that doesn't chase distance: 31° on the 7-iron. A brand-new model, just released on Sep 12, 2026. | 6-piece set (#5–9, PW): graphite ¥178,200 / steel ¥171,600 (incl. tax, official, checked Sep 12, 2026) |
3 key points about this model
Point 1: 31° loft on the 7-iron, not set up to chase extra distance
The 7-iron loft is 31°, not a setting built to squeeze out distance. My read is that Srixon held it here, despite the trend toward stronger lofts, to protect the distance gaps between clubs
Point 2: Forged soft carbon steel body, with tungsten-nickel alloy in #4–7 to lower the center of gravity
The body is forged soft carbon steel, and #4–7 have a tungsten-nickel alloy insert to lower the center of gravity
Point 3: Same "ZXi5" name, but a different club from the previous generation released in 2024
It's a different club from the previous "ZXi5" released in 2024, despite the same name. When buying used, always check the generation
Specs
| Set makeup | #4–#9, PW, AW, SW (left-handed: #5–9 and PW only) |
|---|---|
| Loft | #4=22 / #5=24 / #6=27 / #7=31 / #8=35 / #9=39 / PW=44 / AW=50 / SW=56° |
| Construction | Forged soft carbon steel body (S20C). Tungsten-nickel alloy in #4–7. CNC-machined chrome-vanadium steel face |
| Stock shaft | VENTUS TR ZXi-II for IRON / N.S.PRO MODUS3 TOUR 105 / N.S.PRO 950GH neo |
| Single-club price | #4, AW, SW: graphite ¥29,700 / steel ¥28,600 (incl. tax) |
| Release date | Sep 12, 2026 |
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Traditional lofts through the set, so distances rarely overlap with the clubs above and below
- The body is forged soft carbon steel, and #4–7 have a tungsten-nickel alloy insert to lower the center of gravity
- From ¥114,400 on Rakuten, cheaper than the official 6-piece set price of ¥171,600 (steel)
Cons
- Same name as the previous generation released in 2024, which makes it easy to mix up when buying used
- A 6-piece set runs about ¥170,000+ (official price). Not an impulse buy
- A new model released on Sep 12, 2026, so user reviews haven't fully come in yet
What this rating is based on
This rating is based on the maker's official specs (loft, head volume, adjustability) and actual selling prices on Rakuten Ichiba and the official store.
Measure 10 balls yourself (free tool)
Who it doesn't suit
Players who want a thin look above all else. Because it aims to balance forgiveness, the head can look a bit thick.
Check before you buy
The loft of each club. Sometimes "long" just means "strong lofts."
If a test shot or two feels long, that may just be the good end of your normal spread. Hit 10 balls with the same club and your distances will vary by 20 yards or more. So hit 10 and look at both the average and the spread.
FAQ (irons)
Will longer-hitting irons lower my scores?
If your 7-iron goes farther but your 8-iron gains just as much, club selection gets no easier. What matters is the distance gap between clubs.
Is it reckless for a mid-handicapper to play players' irons?
Your misses show up more, which gives you more to work on. But they're not for everyone.
Should I buy a set or add individual clubs?
If you want even gaps between clubs, sticking to one series is easier to manage.
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