Franklin MLB Superstar 4 in 1 Pitching Machine
- 4 in 1 hitting and fielding trainer for kids
- Adjustable angle for soft toss, ground balls, pop flies
- 6 plastic balls included, feeder holds 9
- 4 C batteries required, not included
- Tripod base with ground stakes
- 5 pounds, 1 year warranty
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A kid-sized pitching and fielding machine with an adjustable launch angle for hitting and fielding drills. Batteries are not in the box, and it is built for young beginners rather than older players.
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ASIN: B003DA48XEModel: 14071XCategory: Pitching Machines
Overview
A telescopic ball feeder drops plastic balls into the launcher, and a tilt adjustment sets whether they fly as soft toss, ground balls or pop flies. A tripod style base with ground stakes holds the machine in place.
Parents get one unit that covers hitting and fielding practice, so a child can switch drills by changing the angle. It runs on batteries, and the plastic balls are lighter than real baseballs.
Who it's for
Young beginners learning to hit and field in a yard will use it easily. Teens, travel players and anyone who needs adjustable speed should look at a stronger machine.
Pros and cons
- One unit for hitting and fielding
- Adjustable launch angle
- Tripod base with ground stakes
- Six balls included
- Batteries not included
- Plastic balls only
- Kid size, not for older players
Performance notes
The launch angle sets the path of the ball, so a low angle gives ground balls, a higher one gives pop flies and a mid setting gives soft toss. Stakes through the tripod base stop the unit sliding when it fires, and battery condition governs how firmly balls leave.
Specifications
| Model | 14071X |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | Small |
| Weight | 5 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power | 4 C alkaline batteries (not included) |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Color | Blue |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Balls, pitching machine |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year against manufacturer defects |
| Other details | |
| Sport Type | Baseball |
| Skill level | Beginner |
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Frequently asked questions
What size player is the Franklin Superstar machine for?
It is listed for kids at a beginner level, in a small size.
What comes in the box?
The machine and six Aero-Strike plastic balls. The four C batteries are not included.
Can it throw real baseballs?
No. The description tells you to load it with compatible plastic baseballs.
What drills can it do?
Soft toss, ground balls and pop flies, plus hitting practice.