{"product_id":"iron-mike-mp6-pitching-machine","title":"Iron Mike MP6 Pitching Machine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is so great about an Arm-Style Pitching Machine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou know that hitting a baseball is all about timing. You must practice proper timing to know when to start your swing and shift your weight. The only way this is achieved is by watching a pitcher's arm and release of the ball during batting practice. An arm-style baseball pitching machine is the only type of pitching machine that gives you that same sense of timing. With each pitch you see the machine's arm wind up and release the ball, just like a real pitcher. This allows you to practice the same fundamentals in the batting cages as you use on the playing field. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIron Mike™ arm-style pitching machines are the favorite of professional organizations (almost every MLB teams uses them) and coaches worldwide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIron Mike MP6 Pitching Machine Features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHopper-fed 600 baseball or 400 softball capacity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThrows baseballs, softballs or dimpled balls 25-85 MPH\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHeavy duty arm and hand system\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasily converted from baseball to softball (and shipped with your preference)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComes with a FREE built-in low voltage remote control (with 80’ cord)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLockable arm guard cover for security\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eElectrically powered - 115 volt A.C. motor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompletely Weatherproof \u0026amp; Vandal Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 57\"H x 44\"W x 59\"L . Shipping Weight is 610 lbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Iron Mike MP6 throws the following: Show 3 balls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference in an Iron Mike MP-6 and an Iron Mike MP-4?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEssentially, the Iron Mike MP-6 and MP-4 are the same, both are hopper-fed pitching machines but:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MP-4 has extra steel reinforcements on the frame of the machine to protect against batted balls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MP-4 includes a Positive Feed Mechanism feature which ensures good ball flow when using seamed balls. (Can be added to the MP-6 for $50) Not needed at all if you are using dimpled balls. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference in an Iron Mike MP-6 and an Iron Mike MP-5?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MP-6 and MP-5 are both full size units and have all of the same features, except:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MP-5 is a Rack-Fed pitching machine as opposed to a hopper-fed machine (the MP-6)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MP-5 has a feeder that holds 38 baseballs or 28 12” softballs as opposed to the 600 baseballs or 400 softballs the MP-6 holds. The biggest advantage of the hopper-fed machines is the large number of balls it will hold and that you can simply dump buckets-full of balls into the hopper quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MP-5 comes with wheels (but it does take 2 people to move it)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe MP-5 is great for single hitter at home or for infrequent use with a small team. It is a significantly cheaper pitching machine and will require the following every 4 minutes: After hitting the last ball in the rack, click the on-off corded remote switch (which should be near the batter). This stops the machine. The reload the rack, walk back to the batter’s box, click the on-off switch and swing some more. 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Ensures that seamed balls will flow properly. It is a standard feature on the MP-4.\u003cbr\u003e Item #762-563     $50.00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iron Mike","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51334025281851,"sku":"M08-761-102","price":3965.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/4658\/8987\/files\/iron-mike-mp6-pitching-machine-1.jpg?v=1781230907","url":"https:\/\/hittingstore.com\/products\/iron-mike-mp6-pitching-machine","provider":"HittingStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}