Cobra 3DP MB vs PXG 0311 T GEN8 Irons (2026)

Verdict

These two blades reach the same category by different routes. The PXG 0311 T GEN8 uses a hollow body with a thin face, urethane microspheres and tungsten weighting, construction that usually favors ball speed and a little help on mishits. The Cobra 3DP MB is a forged muscle back with tungsten weighting, the traditional formula for feel and shot control over forgiveness. Lofts are close. The 0311 T GEN8 runs 1 degree stronger at the 7-iron, 33° against 34°, roughly 2 yards more carry at the same swing speed, so check wedge gapping. Both sets run 3-iron to PW and both hold a Golf Digest score of 78/100. Price is the clearest split: the 0311 T GEN8 lists at $895, the 3DP MB at $1,099, a gap of $204.

For most golfers weighing this pair, the PXG 0311 T GEN8 is the pick. It costs less, matches the 3DP MB on editorial score, and its hollow body gives a wider margin for error than a solid muscle back. Choose the Cobra 3DP MB only if forged feel and muscle back workability sit above price and forgiveness on your list, and you already find the center of the face consistently. If distance or value comes first, the 0311 T GEN8 wins.