Titleist GTS300 Mini-Driver: The club that’s a cross between a Driver and a Wood 3

Mini-Drivers are no longer a niche product. What was once considered an experiment by a handful of tour pros has evolved into a serious option for golfers of all skill levels. With the Titleist GTS300 Mini-Driver, one of the world’s most renowned club manufacturers is now bringing to market the logical evolution of an already popular concept—and in doing so, is setting new standards in this category.

From Tour Feedback to the Finished Club

The GTS300 isn’t a club that was designed on the drawing board. It’s the direct result of feedback Titleist gathered from the world’s best players. The starting point was the GT280 Mini-Driver, the GTS300’s predecessor, which quickly gained popularity on the Tour—primarily thanks to its surprisingly strong performance on ground strokes. But the pros wanted more: more forgiveness, more stability off the tee. Justin Thomas and Cameron Young were among the first to work with Titleist’s research and development team on prototypes and provide crucial feedback.

“We’re always looking for feedback from the world’s best players. Both players were really excited about the GT280, but they also had suggestions for potential performance improvements.”—JJ Van Wezenbeeck, Senior Director of Club Promotions, Titleist

The result of this close collaboration is a Mini-Driver that retains the strengths of its predecessor while making significant gains in key areas.

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Technology in Detail: What’s Inside the Titleist GTS300 Mini-Driver?

Larger head, lower center of gravity, more forgiveness

At the heart of the GTS300 is its 305cc clubhead —slightly larger than that of its predecessor, the GT280, but deliberately more compact than a classic 460cc Driver. The enlarged head allows Titleist engineers to position the center of gravity (CG) significantly lower. The result: a moment of inertia (MOI) that’s 15 to 20 percent higher than the GT280—offering greater stability and forgiveness on off-center hits.

Despite the larger volume, Titleist and its team have kept the face height identical to that of the GT280. This is a deliberate design decision: it ensures that the GTS300 can be played just as confidently off the ground as its predecessor.

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Forged L-Cup face with ATI-425 titanium

One of the most important innovations is the forged L-Cup face, adopted from the GTS Fairwaywoods. It consists of a high-strength ATI-425 titanium insert that wraps around the lower edge of the face in an L-shape. This design ensures that even on hits in the lower part of the face—one of the most common mishits with Fairwaywoods and Mini-Drivers—ball speed, launch angle, and spin characteristics are largely maintained.

Dual Weight System for Customization

The GTS300 features a dual weight system with two flat weights in the sole: a heavier 11-gram weight and a lighter 3-gram weight, which can be swapped between the front and rear positions.

• Heavy weight at the back (standard configuration): higher launch, more spin, maximum stability
• Heavy weight at the front: flatter ball flight, reduced spin—ideal for golfers who primarily use the club as a fairway finder off the Tee

Additional weight options ranging from +6 to −6 grams allow for even finer tuning. Added to this is the well-known SureFit hosel, which enables individual loft and lie adjustments.

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Shaft options: Standard and Premium

Standard shaft options include the Project X Titan Black and three variants of the Mitsubishi Tensei 1K with RIP Technology (White, Blue, Red). Those seeking even more personalized customization can opt for premium shafts from Graphite Design (Tour AD DI, VF, FI).

Mini-Drivers on the Tour: What the Pros Say

The fact that the Titleist GTS300 Mini-Driver isn’t just a marketing gimmick but a genuine competition tool is evident from its use on the major professional tours. Justin Thomas was one of the first players to add the GTS300 to his bag in May 2026 at the Charles Schwab Challenge. His strategy: On courses where few shots require a 3-wood off the ground, he replaces it with the GTS300—a club that flies farther than a Fairwaywood while offering more control than a Driver. This allows Thomas to use a 46-inch shaft in his GTS2 Driver, thereby gaining even more distance.

Numerous other players also rely on the GTS family: on the PGA Tour, these include names like Jordan Spieth, Cameron Young, and Robert MacIntyre; on the LPGA Tour, they include Patty Tavatanakit and Lottie Woad, among others. Titles have already been won with GTS drivers on the PGA TOUR, LPGA Tour, DP World Tour, Korn Ferry Tour, and other international Tours.

Who is the GTS300 the right club for?

The Titleist GTS300 Mini-Driver isn’t an all-purpose club—and it’s not meant to be. It’s a precisely engineered tool for golfers who want to fill a specific gap in their bag.

The GTS300 is particularly well-suited for:

• Advanced players who need more control off the tee on narrow or windy courses without sacrificing distance
• Golfers who want to replace their 3-wood with a more versatile club that also performs reliably off the ground
• Ambitious golfers with a mid- to low-handicap who want to optimize their bag strategy

Less suitable for:

• Beginners who should start by building their game with a classic Driver or Fairwaywood set

A professional fitting —in which weight position, loft, lie, and shaft are individually adjusted—is strongly recommended for a club of this class. The GTS300’s customization options are designed precisely for this purpose.

A Mini-Driver that lives up to its name

The Titleist GTS300 Mini-Driver is the logical response to a growing need in modern golf: more forgiveness without sacrificing versatility. With its larger 305cc head, forged L-Cup face, and dual weight system, Titleist offers a club that truly bridges the gap between a Driver and a Fairwaywood—both off the Tee and from the ground.

The GTS300 will be available worldwide starting July 23, 2026 —in Germany starting at €599 (Standard) or €749 (Premium shaft). Get advice during a professional fitting to unlock this club’s full potential for your game.