The TaylorMade R9 Fairway Wood fairway wood has 4 listed factory lofts. They run from 13° to 19°, a 6° total spread. The chart focuses on the stated head lofts themselves; actual launch and spin still depend on delivery, strike and the rest of the build.
R9 Fairway Wood Loft Chart
| Option | Loft | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| Loft option 1 | 13° | — |
| Loft option 2 | 15° | 2° |
| Loft option 3 | 17° | 2° |
| Loft option 4 | 19° | 2° |
Range: 13°–19° (6° total span).
Gapping: Every adjacent listed loft is spaced by 2°.
R9 Fairway Wood Relative Loft Map
These bars compare the listed lofts relative to each other inside this model. They are not measured performance outputs.
R9 Fairway Wood Launch, Spin & Trajectory Snapshot
These bars show the relative tendencies of the listed lofts within this model. They are not launch-monitor measurements; they simply visualize the practical difference between stronger and weaker lofts.
Low
Lower
Penetrating
Low
Lower
Penetrating
High
Higher
Higher
High
Higher
Higher
How to use it: Use the lower lofts for a stronger, flatter starting point and the higher lofts for easier launch. Actual ball flight still depends heavily on delivered loft and strike.
Loft Spread
The listed lofts cover 6°, from 13° to 19°.
Choice Spacing
Every adjacent listed loft is spaced by 2°.
13° vs 19°
The 19° option has 6° more static loft than the 13° option.
R9 Fairway Wood vs Other TaylorMade Fairway Wood Lofts
This comparison uses each model’s lowest listed loft so the numbers are on the same basis.
| Model | Lowest Loft | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| R9 Fairway Wood | 13° | This model |
| r7 dual TP Fairway Wood | 13° | Same lowest loft |
| Burner TP Fairway Wood | 13° | Same lowest loft |
| RBZ Stage 2 Tour Fairway Wood | 13° | Same lowest loft |
| Stealth Plus Fairway Wood | 13.5° | 0.5° higher |
How Each R9 Fairway Wood Loft Changes the Starting Point
| Option | Loft | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Option 1 | 13° | This is the strongest/lowest listed loft in the model and provides the lowest-loft starting point within the lineup. |
| Option 2 | 15° | This sits between the lowest and highest listed lofts and shows the progression through the model’s loft matrix. |
| Option 3 | 17° | This sits between the lowest and highest listed lofts and shows the progression through the model’s loft matrix. |
| Option 4 | 19° | This is the weakest/highest listed loft in the model and provides the highest-loft starting point within the lineup. |
TaylorMade R9 Fairway Wood Loft FAQs
What lofts does the TaylorMade R9 Fairway Wood come in?
The listed lofts are 13°, 15°, 17° and 19°.
What is the loft range of the R9 Fairway Wood?
It runs from 13° to 19°, a 6° total span.
What is the typical loft gap?
The median adjacent gap is 2°.
Which R9 Fairway Wood loft should launch highest?
The 19° option has the most static loft and should generally start higher, all else equal.
Can you adjust the loft?
Not as a normal loft-sleeve adjustment. Use the stated factory lofts as the baseline for this model.
Does more loft always mean a better result?
No. The best loft depends on the club type, player delivery, strike and the distance or trajectory window you are trying to hit.
Spec & fitting disclaimer: Loft availability and specifications can vary by year, region, handedness and configuration. Verify the exact club with TaylorMade’s official documentation or an authorized fitter before ordering or adjusting equipment.