Since its inception, TaylorMade has been at the forefront of golf technology, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with a driver. From the Pittsburgh Persimmon to the latest Stealth series, TaylorMade has revolutionized the golfing world with its innovative designs and technology. This guide takes you through the decades, showcasing the evolution of TaylorMade drivers and how they’ve influenced the game of golf.
The Foundation of Innovation (1979-1990)
- 1979 Pittsburgh Persimmon – The driver that started it all, marking the shift to metal woods.
- 1983 Burner Driver – Introduced “Burner” speed with advanced aerodynamics.
- 1988 Burner Plus Driver – Enhanced the Burner design for even greater distance.
Expanding the Boundaries (1991-2000)
- 1991 System 2 MidSize Driver – Focused on improving player control and precision.
- 1995 Titanium Bubble Shaft Driver – A revolutionary design that combined titanium construction with a unique bubble shaft for improved performance.
- 1999 Firesole Driver – Integrated tungsten weighting for better launch conditions.
Breaking New Ground (2001-2010)
- 2001 300 Series Driver – Offered custom fitting options, a new concept at the time.
- 2004 r7 425 Driver – Introduced Movable Weight Technology, allowing golfers to adjust the weight setup to customize ball flight.
- 2007 R9 460 – Featured Flight Control Technology, letting players adjust loft, lie, and face angle.
Precision and Personalization (2011-2020)
- 2011 R11 – The white crown and adjustable sole plate caught everyone’s attention.
- 2012 RocketBallz – Delivered unprecedented distance gains with Speed Pocket technology.
- 2016 M2 – Combined multi-material construction with Geocoustic engineering for performance and feel.
The Stealth Revolution (2021-Present)
- 2021 SIM – Shape in Motion technology optimized aerodynamics for faster clubhead speed.
- 2022 Stealth – Introduced the Carbonwood age with a 60X Carbon Twist Face for explosive distance and forgiveness.
- 2023 Stealth 2 – Enhanced the carbon face design with an optimized sweet spot for greater consistency.
- 2024 Qi10 Max Driver -The higher the inertia the more forgiving the driver. Introducing the Qi10 Max driver, experience TaylorMade speed with the forgiveness of 10K inertia.
Here is the full list of Every TaylorMade Driver by Year:
2023
2022
- Stealth Women’s Driver
- Stealth Driver
- Stealth HD Driver
- Stealth Plus Driver
2021
2020
- SIM Drivers
- SIM MAX Drivers
- SIM MAX-D Drivers
2019
- M5 Drivers
- M5 Tour Drivers
- M6 Drivers
- M6-D Drivers
- Original One Mini Drivers
2018
- M3 Drivers
- M4 Drivers
- M4-D Drivers
2017
- M1 Driver
- M2 Driver
- M2 D-Type Driver
2016
- M1 Driver
- M2 Driver
2015
- Aeroburner Driver
- R15 460 Driver
- R15 430 Driver
2014
- SLDR 460 Driver
- SLDR 430 Driver
- SLDR White Driver
2013
- R1 Driver
- RBZ Stage 2 Drivers
2012
- R11 S Driver
- RocketBallz Bonded Driver
- RocketBallz Driver
2011
- R11 Driver
- Burner Superfast 2.0 Driver
2010
- R9 Super Deep TP
- Burner SuperFast TP
- R9 SuperTri
2009
- R9 Driver
- R9 460 Driver
2008
- r7 Limited Driver
- Burner Driver
- Tour Burner Driver
2007
- r7 CGB MAX Driver
- Burner ’07 Driver
- r7 SuperQuad
2006
- r7 Draw Driver
- r7 460 TP Driver
2005
- r7 quad TP Driver
- r7 Driver
2004
- r5 dual Type W Driver
- r5 dual Type N Driver
2003
- R510 TP Driver
- R360 XD Driver
2002
- R500 Series Drivers
- Burner 420 Driver
2001
- 300 Series Driver
1999
- Firesole Driver
1997
- Titanium Bubble Shaft 2 Driver
1995
- Titanium Bubble Shaft Driver
1991
- System 2 MidSize Driver
1988
- Burner Plus Driver
1983
- Burner Driver
1979
- Pittsburgh Persimmon
Final Thoughts
The journey through TaylorMade’s driver technology showcases a relentless pursuit of innovation. Each model reflects a step forward in enhancing golfer performance, from the groundbreaking metalwood construction of the Pittsburgh Persimmon to the precision and personalization offered by the latest Stealth series. As TaylorMade continues to innovate, golfers can look forward to even more advanced tools to help them enjoy and excel in the game they love.
