Titleist’s 2025 utilities include the all-new T250•U and a redesigned U505, offering distinct long-iron replacements for better flight and control.
Gear: Titleist T250•U and U•505 utility irons (2025)
Price: $279 with stock Project X HZRDUS Black shaft, $399 with premium graphite shaft
Specs: Hollow-body steel construction, forged L-Face insert, Max Impact technology, split tungsten weighting, progressive shaping (U•505)
Available: Aug. 21 (in stores)
Who it’s for: Golfers seeking a long-iron replacement that launches high with consistent speed, whether in a compact, precision-oriented profile or a larger, more forgiving design
What you should know: The 2025 Titleist utility iron lineup includes the brand-new T250•U and an updated U•505, giving players distinct options depending on how much help — and height — they need at the top of the bag.
The deep dive: Driving irons are unique clubs because while they need to enhance distance and provide more forgiveness than a standard long iron, they still need to hit the ball to a specific distance and flight shots through a player’s desired window. For that reason, one size or shape often doesn’t work for everyone, so Titleist is giving golfers two very different utility irons in 2025 with the new T250•U and next-gen U•505. True, both clubs are designed to launch the ball high, deliver fast ball speeds and provide stability on off-center hits, but they differ in shape, size and overall playing profile.
The T250•U is a first for Titleist — a dedicated utility version of the player’s-distance T250 irons (the new iron that has replaced the T200). Available in 2-, 3- and 4-iron options, the T250•U carries the same compact shaping, sole width and offset as the standard T250 irons, but in a standalone offering designed specifically for the top end of the set. This model is designed for skilled players seeking a long-iron replacement that seamlessly integrates into a combo set, particularly when paired with T100, T150 or T250 in the lower irons.
On the other end of the spectrum, the U•505 returns with a progressive makeover. While the 2023 version of U•505 was well-regarded for its forgiveness and easy launch, Titleist has reworked the shaping for the new version. The lower-lofted U•505 irons, like the 1- and 2-iron, retain the wider sole and shallower face, giving golfers help where they need it most. But the 3- and 4-iron U•505s are now more compact, taller in the face, and have a narrower sole that was inspired by a T350 prototype 3-iron that caught the eye of tour players.
Both the T250•U and the U•505 share some core performance technologies:
- A forged L-shaped face insert that allows the face to flex for more speed, particularly on low strikes.
- A Max Impact generator is inside each head. This polymer piece compresses at impact behind the face, then snaps back to improve energy transfer across the hitting surface, enhancing distance and launch.
- Tungsten weights strategically placed low in the heel and toe drop the center of gravity to boost the stability and increase forgiveness.
When it comes to launch characteristics, U•505 is the higher-launching of the two, making it ideal for players who need to get the ball up and flying on a steeper trajectory. In contrast, the T250•U is designed for more controlled, penetrating flight, offering an option for players who prefer a traditional iron profile with slightly increased ball speed and added help.
T250•U vs. U•505
If you’re wondering which of these utilities fits your game, here’s the breakdown:
- T250•U: Compact shape, player’s-distance design, created to blend easily with T250, T150 or T100 sets. Lower-launching, more precise, ideal for accomplished iron players who want a faster, easier-to-launch 2-, 3-, or 4-iron.
- U•505: Larger, more forgiving, higher-launching. Best for players who want maximum stability and help getting the ball in the air —even in a 1-iron replacement off the tee.
Both clubs offer parallel tip construction, allowing fitters to install hybrid shafts for players who prefer that feel and profile. The Project X HZRDUS Black shaft is stock, but players can opt for premium options like the Graphite Design Tour AD DI for higher launch or the Tour AD VF for a lower, more penetrating flight.
This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Titleist T250•U, U•505 utility irons designed for speed and control
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