Marucci · Reviewed by The Baseball Bat Bros · Published 2026-03-25
Based on a review by The Baseball Bat Bros (accessed 2026-03-25).
Based on this review alone: worth considering for feels very light, similar to a drop four bat, but the torpedo barrel design is perceived as a gimmick is a real trade-off.
The reviewer concluded that while the Marucci RCKLESS Torpedo is a good bat that performs well and feels light, the net benefit from its unique torpedo design is less than simply swinging a top-tier bat like the Combat. Despite initial skepticism, the Torpedo performed respectably but did not significantly outperform competitors.
This review features the new Marucci RCKLESS Torpedo BBCOR bat, which is noted as the first-ever metal torpedo bat. The reviewers test its performance, including exit velocity and feel, comparing it against a standard one-piece Marucci Reckless bat and the Combat BBCOR bat.
The Marucci RCKLESS Torpedo BBCOR bat offers a lighter swing weight, but its core design elements largely amount to a gimmick that provides less net benefit than top-tier alternatives. The bat feels exceptionally light, playing like a drop four, and allows for quick bat turning, which led to consistent exit velocities around 105-106 mph. However, the torpedo barrel design proved to be more of a marketing ploy, with the reviewer noting a shift in the sweet spot that performed better towards the hands but worse off the end. If you prioritize an extremely light-feeling bat and can adjust to its unique sweet spot, this might be worth considering. However, if you seek overall performance and a consistent, large sweet spot, you should look towards higher-performing bats like the Combat.
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The bat features a puck knob, making a 34-31 model technically a 34-31, but it plays like a 33-30 in terms of swing weight due to the design.
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The reviewer states that the moved barrel and puck knob are intended to make the swing weight lighter, despite initial skepticism about the 'gimmick' design.
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The standard one-piece Marucci Reckless bat achieved high exit velocities, with recorded speeds including 105.7 MPH, 106 MPH, 105.7 MPH, 103.3 MPH, 103.4 MPH, and 108.2 MPH.
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The reviewer noted the Torpedo bat feels 'nice' and 'very light, like a drop four,' which suggests a favorable swing weight.
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The Marucci Torpedo bat recorded exit velocities of 105.6 MPH, 104.4 MPH (with a 402 ft distance), 105 MPH, 106.3 MPH, 106 MPH, and 107.8 MPH.
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The reviewer mentioned that if the bat is lighter and 'feels like it has more barrel,' that's a significant win.
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The reviewer felt he could 'really turn it well' while swinging the Marucci Torpedo bat.
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The reviewer noted that the Torpedo bat 'definitely hits better towards the hands, but it does hit a little worse off the end,' indicating a shift in the sweet spot.
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The reviewer stated, 'I feel like I can snap the head better with this' referring to the standard Reckless, suggesting the Torpedo didn't improve head snap.
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The Combat bat, referred to as the 'top dog,' achieved a high exit velocity of 109.4 MPH, indicating superior performance.
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The reviewer claimed that the Combat bat 'feels like the Combat has the sweet spot of both of those bats on one bat,' implying a larger and more forgiving sweet spot compared to the Torpedo and standard Reckless.
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The reviewer concluded that 'the effect that you get from putting a torpedo barrel on the Reckless, in my opinion, is less of a net benefit than just swinging a Combat.'
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When nitpicking, the reviewer would 'probably get this' referring to the Combat bat, indicating it's the preferred choice for top performance.
The Marucci RCKLESS Torpedo bat showcased strong performance in exit velocity, with the reviewer recording speeds such as 105.6 MPH, 104.4 MPH (traveling 402 ft), 105 MPH, 106.3 MPH, 106 MPH, and 107.8 MPH. The reviewer noted that the 'ball flies really well' off the bat.
The Marucci RCKLESS Torpedo bat is designed with a puck knob and a shifted barrel to create a lighter swing weight. The reviewer stated that a 34-31 model 'plays like a 33-30' and felt 'very light, like a drop four' during swings. This lighter feel also made the reviewer feel he could 'really turn it well'.
The reviewer observed a noticeable shift in the sweet spot due to the torpedo design. He found that the bat 'definitely hits better towards the hands' but 'does hit a little worse off the end,' indicating a repositioning of the optimal contact area compared to traditional bats.
When compared to other bats, the Marucci RCKLESS Torpedo showed strong exit velocities, similar to the standard Marucci Reckless. However, against the 'top dog' Combat bat, the Combat consistently achieved higher velocities (e.g., 109.4 MPH) and offered a more forgiving sweet spot. The reviewer concluded that the Torpedo's design provides 'less of a net benefit' than just swinging a Combat bat.
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The Baseball Bat Bros introduce and test the new Marucci RCKLESS Torpedo BBCOR bat, highlighting its unique puck knob and torpedo barrel design, intended to lighten the swing weight. They measure exit velocities against a standard Marucci Reckless and a Combat bat, providing a performance baseline. The review explores whether the innovative design is a gimmick or genuinely enhances performance, noting observations on feel, swing weight, and sweet spot location.
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