2023 Louisville Slugger LXT LTD Fastpitch Review

Updated September 25, 2023

The 2023 LXT LTD is the same as the 2022 LXT but with a new color design. A Limited bat (LTD) generally means there will also be limited distribution. At our first review, this bat is only found directly on Slugger's website. All in all, the bat is great, and always has been. If you want a trusty bat that is likely Slugger's best fastpitch bat in the last 20 years, then the 2023 Slugger LXT is it.

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2023 LXT LTD Video

2023 LXT LTD Models

Our hitters loved the feel and sizing options of the 2023 Louisville Slugger LXT. We liked the durability and history of success---especially when compared to the Easton Ghost Advanced---which also hits the ball hard but has a lousy history of durability. The players like the feel and look of the bat too. If you need a drop 8 or 9 then you'll need to stick with the 2022 version. This Limited version is only in the drop 10 and 11.

General Recommendations

If you want a drop of 10 or 11 bats, then the LXT is a great stick. It swings light, has a great barrel, and can hit it with the best of them. As a rule, a bat like the Easton Ghost hits the ball really really hard at all swings and speeds. It is also not as durable as the LXT. So, if you want a bat that will last and can get you in the same ballpark as the Easton Ghost, the most popular fastpitch around, then the LXT LTD for 2023 is a great pick.

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Previous Bats

There are no changes between the 2022 LXT and 2023 LXT LTD, except for the color (and model number). They have the same grip, barrel, same "PBF Technology" and "COPA" end cap. (PBF Tech and COPA are marketing terms that mean something or another).

Construction

Here's our best ChatGPT level marketing write-up for the 2023 LXT LTD. The 2023 Louisville Slugger LXT LTD (-10) Fastpitch bat is meticulously crafted with a composite barrel, boasting a 2 1/4" diameter that offers a large and responsive sweet spot. Its light swing weight and balanced feel suit players aiming to utilize the entire field. The bat is equipped with the VCX2™ Vibration Control Connection System, a patented elastomeric connection that allows independent movement between the barrel and handle, ensuring excellent vibration control and unmatched feel on contact. The Premium LS Pro Comfort Grip™ enhances tack and cushion for improved feel and bat control. At the same time, the PBF Technology™ Speed Composite Barrel delivers a larger sweet spot, higher performance, and an incredible sound on contact. Finally, the COPA™ Performance End Cap works harmoniously with the barrel to maximize the sweet spot for optimal performance.