Franklin Sports Plastic Baseballs
- 8 plastic baseballs per pack
- 70 mm official size
- Molded plastic, perforated for safety
- Pitching machine compatible
- 5.6 ounces listed weight
- 90 day limited warranty
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A pack of perforated plastic baseballs for batting practice and pitching machines. They are practice balls, and the listed weight reads too low to be one ball, so check it before relying on the figure.
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ASIN: B003GCJLC2Model: 14938P6Category: Baseballs
Overview
Franklin makes these baseballs from molded plastic with perforations, so they are light and safer to hit than a hardball. The listing describes a flight path shaped by the mold and a size matched to official dimensions.
Reason to look at it: a set that works with pitching machines and gives kids a safer ball for backyard batting. The limitation is that the listing offers no care guidance and a single weight figure that is unclear for the pack.
Who it's for
Backyard batting, tee work and machine feeding for younger players is the situation here. Teams that need a real game ball, or hitters wanting true hardball feel, should use leather balls.
Pros and cons
- Perforated plastic for safer contact
- Works with pitching machines
- Official size diameter listed
- Pack of eight for sessions
- Weight figure unclear for pack
- Practice ball, not a game ball
- No care guidance given
Performance notes
The mold and perforations shape how the ball flies, giving a repeatable path instead of the spin of a stitched ball. Light plastic carries less force on contact, which is the safety gain. How long they last depends on how often they are struck with a hard bat.
Specifications
| Brand | Franklin Sports |
|---|---|
| Model | 14938P6 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Diameter | 7 centimeterslower than 86% of 22 baseballs |
| Size | 70 mm |
| Item weight | 5.6 ounces |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Color | White |
| Construction Type | Molded plastic |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 8 pack of plastic baseballs |
| Number Of Packs | 1 |
| Unit Count | 8 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 90 Day Limited |
| Other details | |
| League Name | MLB |
Closest rivals on specs
LoFli Reduced Flight Practice Baseballs- Item Weight 0.35 vs 0.31 pounds (+13%)
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Frequently asked questions
How do I look after Franklin plastic baseballs?
The listing gives no care or cleaning steps. It describes molded plastic with a 90 day limited warranty.
Can these balls go through a pitching machine?
The highlights say they are compatible with pitching machines. The listing does not name specific machine models.
Are Franklin plastic baseballs the same as hardballs?
No. They are lightweight and perforated for safety, and the listing describes them as plastic practice balls.