Louisville Slugger Bat & Ball Set

The Louisville Slugger C271 Plastic Bat & Ball Set is the easiest on-ramp into the game for young players just starting out. It carries the C271 profile - one of the most iconic bat shapes in baseball history, the same silhouette that has been trusted by professional hitters for generations - scaled down into a lightweight 33-inch plastic bat that a five-year-old can swing with control and confidence. For parents introducing a child to the sport, or coaches looking for a simple, practical hitting tool for group settings, the C271 Plastic Set delivers the credibility of the Louisville Slugger name at an entry-level product that is built to be used without worrying about it.

The bat is constructed from durable plastic with a wood-grain finish that gives it the look and feel of a proper bat without the weight or fragility of wood or alloy construction. At 33 inches, it is appropriately sized for the youngest age ranges while still being long enough to feel like a real bat rather than a toy. The set includes a Steerike3 plastic training ball, meaning everything needed to start hitting is in the box with no additional purchases required. The plastic construction makes it safe for use both indoors and outdoors - in a backyard, a gym, a garage, or a living room - without the risk of property damage or injury that comes with a heavier bat and a real baseball.

The C271 Plastic Set is aimed at players ages five and up, but its simplicity makes it versatile across a range of informal hitting contexts - from a child's first introduction to the game to team warm-ups and casual practice sessions that need a low-stakes option. Louisville Slugger has been making baseball bats since 1884, and the C271 Plastic Set represents the most accessible entry point into the brand's lineup, built for the beginning of a baseball relationship that can grow from there.

Features

• C271 profile - one of the most iconic bat shapes in baseball, sized and scaled for young players
• 33-inch plastic bat in a lightweight, durable construction
• Realistic wood-grain finish for an authentic baseball look
• Includes 1 Steerike3 Plastic Training Ball - no extra purchases needed
• Safe for indoor and outdoor use - lightweight construction won't damage walls or cause injury on errant swings
• Recommended for ages 5 and up
• Suitable for backyard play, gym use, youth team warm-ups, and informal practice sessions
• Backed by Louisville Slugger - one of the most trusted names in baseball

Specifications

Q&A

Q: What is the C271 profile and why does it matter on a plastic bat?
The C271 is one of the most recognized bat profiles in baseball, named after a wood bat model that has been used by professional hitters for decades. Louisville Slugger brought that shape to the C271 Plastic Bat, giving young players the proportions and silhouette of a real baseball bat rather than a generic toy shape. It is a small detail that matters when introducing kids to the game with equipment that looks and feels like the real thing.

Q: What ball comes with the set and can it be used with a pitching machine?
The set includes one Steerike3 plastic training ball. The Steerike3 is designed for hand tossing and soft toss practice. It is not designed for use with pitching machines. For machine-pitch use, a separate training ball compatible with pitching machines would be needed.

Q: Is this bat safe for indoor use?
Yes. The lightweight plastic construction and the soft training ball make the C271 set appropriate for indoor use in a garage, gym, or even a living room without the risk of damage or injury that comes with heavier equipment and a real baseball.

Q: What age range is this set best suited for?
Louisville Slugger recommends ages 5 and up. The 33-inch length and lightweight plastic construction are manageable for young players at the beginning of their baseball experience, while still being appropriate for older kids using it for casual backyard play.