The Mizuno MP-20 HMB is a players distance iron released in 2020, designed for mid-handicappers (typically 8–18 HCP) who want the look and feel of a players' iron with added distance from a hollow or partially hollow construction. These irons bridge the gap between workability and forgiveness. The 2020 model's 7-iron is lofted at 32.5°, sitting in the moderate range that balances distance and gapping.
Loft Specifications
| 3i | 4i | 5i | 6i | 7i | 8i | 9i | PW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.0° | 22.0° | 25.0° | 28.5° | 32.5° | 36.5° | 41.0° | 45.0° |
Stock steel shaft. Lofts are approximate and subject to manufacturing tolerances.
Technology
About the Mizuno MP-20 HMB
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB features a hollow or semi-hollow construction that allows for a thinner, faster face and lower CG while preserving a players' address profile. Technology from the game-improvement category meets the aesthetic of players' irons. At impact it delivers energetic and direct, with a firmer feel typical of hollow-body constructions, often dampened with internal foam or polymer.
Loft Analysis
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB's 7-iron is lofted at 32.5° — traditional — aligned with classic iron loft standards. For a golfer with an 85–95 mph swing speed, this projects to a 7-iron carry of approximately 141–151 yards. The 5-iron (25°) to 7-iron gap of 7.5° is spread across a wide range, which may create overlapping distance windows with similarly lofted fairway woods or hybrids. The pitching wedge at 45° provides a conventional loft window that pairs cleanly with a 50–52° gap wedge.
Who Should Play the Mizuno MP-20 HMB?
- ✓Mid handicappers (8–18 HCP) who want players'-iron aesthetics with added distance
- ✓Golfers currently in game-improvement irons who are ready to step up
- ✓Players who prioritise distance and workability over maximum forgiveness
- ✓Golfers who carry a 7-iron 130–150 yards and want traditional loft gapping
Frequently Asked Questions
What loft is the Mizuno MP-20 HMB 7-iron?
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB (2020) 7-iron has a loft of 32.5°. This is a more traditionally lofted 7-iron, which keeps your scoring iron distances predictable and well-gapped.
What handicap are the Mizuno MP-20 HMB irons suited for?
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB is a players distance iron, designed for mid-handicappers (typically 8–18 HCP). They work well for handicaps roughly in the 8–18 range.
What gap wedge should I use with the Mizuno MP-20 HMB?
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB pitching wedge is 45°. A 50° gap wedge and 54° sand wedge would create clean separation. If you play a 60° lob wedge, a 46° and 52° pairing also works.
How do the Mizuno MP-20 HMB irons feel at impact?
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB is designed to feel energetic and direct, with a firmer feel typical of hollow-body constructions, often dampened with internal foam or polymer. If you are transitioning from a blade or players cavity, expect a slightly more muted, springy sensation.
Are the Mizuno MP-20 HMB irons still available?
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB (2020) represents the an earlier generation of this model. Newer versions may be available — use our iron finder to compare this set against the latest releases.
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