Callaway Quantum fairway woods are new for 2026 with four models launched in the new range – the Triple Diamond, Max, Max D and Max Fast.
The Quantum fairways are joined by new drivers, hybrids and Max irons in a brand new series that is the successor to the Elyte fairway woods launched in 2025.
All four models are all built around a new face design that is part of the whole series along with an AI‑designed FlexFace, Speed Wave 2.0 weighting and a Step Sole.
The Max is the standard model, the Max D is the draw-bias version of series, the Tour Diamond is suited to elite and fast swinging golfers and the Max Fast is an ultralight design.
Pros & Cons
✅ Strong ball speed and launch support from the shared Speed Wave 2.0 sole weighting and AI‑designed face, especially on low‑face strikes.
✅ Step Sole design improves turf interaction, making it easier to hit from fairway, light rough and imperfect lies for a wide range of players.
✅ Very broad fitting span: high‑launch, draw‑biased options, neutral game‑improvement shapes, compact low‑spin heads, and ultralight Max Fast all within one ecosystem.
✅ Consistent feel and sound across the line give a coherent “family” profile, making blending multiple models in one bag straightforward.
✅ Extensive loft and head choices (including higher‑lofted fairways and ultralight builds) allow many golfers to replace harder‑to‑hit long irons and hybrids.
❌ The family’s breadth can be confusing; many golfers will need a fitting to choose correctly between high‑launch, neutral and low‑spin heads.
❌ Some models emphasise looks and shaping that better players like, while others look very game‑improvement; not every head shape will appeal to all eyes even if the tech fits the swing.
❌ Price points are firmly in the premium category for fairway woods, which can be a barrier if buying multiple heads to build a full long‑game setup.
❌ The very low‑spin options are less forgiving for slower swings, and the very light Max Fast options can feel too “whippy” for fast, aggressive players, so the extremes of the range are not truly one‑size‑fits‑all.
Callaway Quantum Max Woods Specs & Design
Quantum Max is the standard model in the range and the game‑improvement and all‑rounder to suit the greatest spread of golfers.
The Max has a confidence‑inspiring footprint with the carbon crown having a shallow‑face that delivers optimal launch angle and with strong ball speeds.
Key to that is an AI‑modelled variable‑thickness face design that is tuned specifically for fairway impact patterns to optimise speed, spin and launch across the entire hitting area.
The clubhead features Speed Wave 2.0 weighting design with tungsten placed low and forward to maintain ball speed on mishits, especially low on the face.
The launch itself is high but more neutral flight than the Max D with this model being all about flush strikes off tight fairway lies.
A new Step Sole lets the sole of the club sit level regardless of loft or lie angle, and reduces how much of it interacts with the turf to improve ball striking and maintain distances.
The Max is available in 3-wood (15 degrees), 3HL (16.5 degrees), 5-wood (18 degrees), Heavenwood (20 degrees), 7-wood (21 degrees), 9-wood (24 degrees) and 11-wood (27 degrees).
The 3-wood, 3-HL and 5-wood are fully adjustable via the OptiFit4 hosel.
Callaway Quantum Max D Woods Specs & Design
The Max D is the most forgiving option in the series with an oversized footprint compared to the Max to maximise stability and confidence at address.
It is the forgiving, high‑launch, draw‑biased option aimed at players who struggle with a right miss or who want help getting the airborne easier.
The D model has an oversized and more stretched back profile to push MOI up and increase forgiveness levels to the highest in the series.
Significant rearward and heel‑side weighting combines with the Speed Wave 2.0 mass up front to create high launch, plenty of spin for soft landings and a clear draw bias to reduce slices.
The face, which is slightly higher compared to others in the Quantum family, features new AI FlexFace with variable‑thickness for more consistency from across the entire hitting area.
Turf interaction has been improved thanks to the Step Sole design, which keeps the front portion from digging and lets the club glide through the turf more easily despite its larger footprint.
The Max D is available in 3-wood (15 degrees), 3HL (16.5 degrees), 5-wood (18 degrees) and 7-wood (21.5 degrees). The 3-wood, 3-HL and 5-wood are all adjustable via the OptiFit4 hosel.
Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond Woods Specs & Design
The Quantum Triple Diamond is the compact, low‑spin, tour‑inspired head geared towards better players and fast swingers seeking a penetrating flight and workability.
It is the most tour-centric option the focuses on a more demanding, powerful flight over and a neutral-to-fade bias for golfers of decent ability.
The head of the Triple Diamond is smaller and more compact than Quantum Max, with a clean, understated shape combining a gloss carbon crown with muted grey accents that many better players prefer.
The face angle and bias sits fractionally open at address, promoting a neutral‑to‑fade look that suits players who want workability from their fairway woods.
Despite the Triple Diamond featuring the AI FlexFace with variable‑thickness for better speeds on off-center strikes, but forgiveness isn’t the priority with this model.
It is all about fast clubhead speed and low‑spin performance for maximum distance whether used from fairways, rough or tee boxes.
Also present is the Speed Wave 2.0 for optimised CG and the new Speed Sole design that delivers much improved turf interaction.
The Triple Diamond is available in 3-wood (15 degrees), 5-wood (18 degrees) and 7-wood (21 degrees). The 3-wood and 5-wood are all adjustable via the OptiFit4 hosel.
Callaway Quantum Max Fast Woods Specs & Design
Quantum Max Fast fairways are a lightweight model and target moderate to slower swing speed golfers seeking maximum ease of use, higher launch and boosted clubhead speed.
With an ultralight design, the Max Fast carries on the success of the Elyte version by having various elements stripped back to reduce overall weight.
All unnecessary weight has been removed and the carbon fiber crown and stainless steel body all feature weight savings. An ultralight 40g shaft also contributes to the lightweight design.
In terms of clubhead, the Max Fast has a mid-to-large footprint with a shallow, confidence-inspiring face similar to the Quantum Max – with plenty of forgiveness.
This model also has weaker lofts making it ideal for seniors, beginners or golfers prioritizing carry distance over raw power.
Like the other models, it features the Speed Wave 2.0 with up to 40g of tungsten positioned low and forward to maximize face flex – especially low strikes thanks to the AI variable-thickness face – for hotter ball speeds and consistent launch.
The sole has been reshaped compared to the Elyte with a step introduced to minimize turf drag, promoting clean strikes from fairway, fringe, or light rough.
The Max Fast is available in 3-wood (16 degrees), 5-wood (19 degrees), 7-wood (22 degrees) and 9-wood (25 degrees). The 3-wood and 5-wood are all adjustable via the OptiFit4 hosel.
Callaway Quantum Woods Review: Are they any good?
The Quantum fairway wood series is a strong addition for 2026 with a well thought out four club range that caters for everyone from slower‑speed players to low‑handicap hitters.
The shared technologies – AI‑designed face, Speed Wave 2.0 weighting, and Step Sole – deliver consistently high ball speeds with reliable launch, especially on low‑face strikes.
Where the series really stands out is in the range it offers – Max D for slice correction and high launch, Max as a neutral all‑rounder, Triple Diamond for low‑spin control and Max Fast for ultralight speed and easy height.
FAQs
What is the Callaway Quantum fairway release dates?
The woods were added officially released in January 2026 and are available to purchase now.
How much do the Callaway Quantum woods cost?
The cost of the new woods is expected to upwards of $479 per club.
What are the specs of the Quantum fairway woods?
The Max is available in 3-wood (15 degrees), 3HL (16.5 degrees), 5-wood (18 degrees), Heavenwood (20 degrees), 7-wood (21 degrees), 9-wood (24 degrees) and 11-wood (27 degrees). The 3-wood, 3-HL and 5-wood are fully adjustable via the OptiFit4 hosel.
The Max D is available in 3-wood (15 degrees), 3HL (16.5 degrees), 5-wood (18 degrees) and 7-wood (21.5 degrees). The 3-wood, 3-HL and 5-wood are all adjustable via the OptiFit4 hosel.
The Triple Diamond is available in 3-wood (15 degrees), 5-wood (18 degrees) and 7-wood (21 degrees). The 3-wood and 5-wood are all adjustable via the OptiFit4 hosel.
The Max Fast is available in 3-wood (16 degrees), 5-wood (19 degrees), 7-wood (22 degrees) and 9-wood (25 degrees). The 3-wood and 5-wood are all adjustable via the OptiFit4 hosel.
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