The MKids MKLite® Driver is part of one of the highest-specification junior golf club ranges on the market, purpose-built for young players who need equipment that truly fits. Sized at 49" (125 cm) and colour-coded in orange to make size selection effortless, this driver combines a 280cc head with an 18° loft to help junior golfers launch the ball high, hit it far, and play with consistent results from round one. Paired with the MKLite® Tour Style Grip and the MKLite® Launch Control Shaft (LCX), every component has been engineered with one goal in mind: giving kids the best possible start in golf.
The MKLite® Driver head is built at 280cc — a volume that balances a generous sweet spot with appropriate club weight for young players. The 18° loft is significantly higher than a standard adult driver, and this is intentional: younger golfers typically have slower swing speeds and need extra launch angle to get the ball airborne quickly and carry it as far as possible. Together, the head volume and loft work in tandem to produce towering, consistent drives that build confidence and enjoyment on the course. Every detail of the head geometry has been selected to suit the physical capabilities of players in the 6–8 year age bracket playing at 125 cm.
The MKLite® Launch Control Shaft (LCX) is the technical heart of this driver. Crafted from lightweight graphite, it is specifically designed to promote a high launch angle right from impact so the ball climbs steeply and carries further for players with junior swing speeds. The shaft flex profile is calibrated for smaller, developing golfers, encouraging a smooth tempo that translates directly into a penetrating, accurate trajectory. It also contributes to greater shot-to-shot consistency — helping young players repeat their swing and improve their game faster. The LCX shaft is exclusive to the MKids® Lite range and pairs seamlessly with the 280cc driver head.
The grip is one of the most important yet overlooked components of any junior golf club, and MKids® has addressed this with the MKLite® Tour Style Grip — a grip developed entirely in-house and sized to match each club length in the range. It is crafted to encourage the correct golfing grip from the very first swing, guiding small hands into a natural, neutral position. The grip design actively promotes a light grip pressure, which is the foundation of a fluid golf swing and prevents the tension that typically causes mishits in beginners. At the same time, it provides exceptional stability throughout the swing so the club face returns squarely to the ball at impact, resulting in straighter, more satisfying shots.
MKids® has built its entire Lite range around a colour-coded sizing philosophy that removes the guesswork from choosing junior golf clubs. Orange signifies the 49" (125 cm) shaft length, which is the ideal fit for children of approximately 6–8 years of age standing at around 125 cm tall. This visual coding system means that when a young player outgrows their current set, the next colour in the progression is immediately clear — Yellow for the shorter 45"/115 cm clubs, Orange for 49"/125 cm, and Red for the longer 53"/135 cm. Proper fit means better mechanics, more enjoyment, and faster skill development, which is why correct sizing is central to everything MKids® produces.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Head Volume | 280cc |
| Loft | 18° |
| Shaft Length | 49" (125 cm) |
| Recommended Player Height | approx. 125 cm |
| Recommended Age | 6–8 years |
| Hand | Right Hand |
| Shaft | MKLite® Launch Control — LCX (Graphite) |
| Grip | MKLite® Tour Style |
| Colour | Orange |
Values shown are indicative. Source: MKidsgolf.com.
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