The Ping G740 Midnight irons are new for 2026 and take the design of the brand’s most forgiving iron and give it a darker, limited-edition look.
Golfers get the same super-game-improvement performance – high launch, fast ball speeds, a wide sole and huge stability – of the Ping G740 irons, but finished in a sleek black Midnight treatment.
The Midnight model is primarily a visual release rather than a new performance model, but the darker head colour does make the oversized G740 shape appear slightly more compact at address.
That particular difference will appeal to golfers who need maximum help but prefer a less traditionally bulky-looking iron.
Pros & Cons
✅ Same maximum-forgiveness G740 platform, including a very wide sole, low CG and high MOI
✅ Midnight black finish gives the large super-game-improvement head a more modern, less bulky appearance at address
✅ Thin, heat-treated 17-4 stainless-steel face delivers faster ball speeds and higher launch across a large hitting area
✅ Dual-camber sole helps the club move through turf smoothly despite its generous sole width
✅ Available in a broad set makeup from 5-iron to 56° wedge, including precision-milled scoring-wedge grooves
❌ The Midnight finish is a limited offering, so availability may be short-lived
❌ Fitting choices are more restricted than standard G740
❌ No Power Spec or Retro Spec loft options in Midnight
❌ Premium price for a super-game-improvement iron: $202.50 per steel-shafted club.
Ping G740 Midnight Irons Design, Specs & Technology
The G740 Midnight uses the same cast 17-4 stainless-steel construction as the standard G740, but Ping’s heat-treatment process allows the face to be made thinner and more flexible.
The goal is straightforward – faster ball speed, higher launch and more distance when contact is not perfectly centred.
Ping made the G740 deliberately large and compared with the G440 irons, it has a sole that is 22% wider, a blade length that is 3% longer, and a thicker topline.
Those dimensions allow Ping to spread weight around the head, drive the centre of gravity low and back, and significantly raise forgiveness.
The face is shallower and the hosel shorter, saving mass that Ping can redistribute lower and farther back in the head.
That creates a high-MOI design that resists twisting when impact drifts toward the heel or toe.
The G740 is engineered for golfers whose most common misses are low on the face, toward the toe or heel, or simply lacking enough launch.
Its thin face and very low-back CG help get the ball up quickly, while the oversized footprint preserves speed and direction across a broad portion of the face.
Ping’s PurFlex cavity badge plays a central role in feel with three flexible zones designed to manage face deflection while improving sound and vibration at impact for more refined feel.
The Midnight finish has no performance benefit in terms of launch or spin, but it gives the head a cleaner, more understated aesthetic.
The G740 Midnight is available from 5-iron through to a 56-degree sand wedge. The stronger Power Spec or weaker Retro Spec setups are not available with this finish.
Ping G740 Midnight Irons Review: Are They Any Good?
The Ping G740 Midnight irons are exactly what a limited-edition finish should be – the same proven performance package, presented in a look that may appeal to a different type of golfer.
The G740 irons are best suited to beginners, higher-handicap golfers, slower-to-moderate swing speeds and anyone prioritising launch and forgiveness above workability.
The underlying G740 is one of the most forgiving irons Ping has made. The wide dual-camber sole, low-back CG, thin face and PurFlex badge create a highly stable iron.
The black finish does not magically add distance or forgiveness, but it makes the substantial G740 head look more discreet and contemporary.
FAQs
What is the Ping G740 Midnight irons release date?
They were officially launched as a new limited-edition model in August 2026
How much do the Ping G740 irons cost?
The irons are priced it approximately $202.50 per iron.
What are the specs of the Ping G740 Midnight?
The G740 irons are available from 5-iron (19.5 degrees) to Sand Wedge (56 degrees).
What is the difference between Ping G740 Midnight and standard G740 irons?
The heads use the same technology and specifications, but G740 Midnight has a limited-edition black finish. Both use the same head design, including the wide sole, low-back CG, thin 17-4 face and PurFlex badge. The Midnight version changes the finish, not the forgiveness level.
Can I order Power Spec or Retro Spec lofts in G740 Midnight?
No. The Midnight model is available only with traditional lofts; Power Spec and Retro Spec loft options are not offered.
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