2022 Worth Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL End-Load 2-Piece (USSSA) Slowpitch Bat Review
The 2022 Worth Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL is a two-piece composite USSSA slowpitch bat with a full 13.5-inch X434 barrel and a heavy 1 oz XXL end load for maximum-distance power hitters.
Been on the market a while — keep an eye out for in-season price drops.
Check today's price →The Score
How we score ↗How big and forgiving the barrel is — based on barrel length, construction (one- vs two-piece, alloy vs composite), and how it plays on balls hit off the center. A primary driver of the overall score.
Raw exit velocity and distance. We use measured numbers from freely available independent testing when they exist; otherwise construction and consensus, judged against the certification’s performance ceiling. A primary driver of the overall score.
Comfort and feedback on contact — vibration dampening from the knob/connection, the sting of a stiff one-piece vs a smooth two-piece, and the sound off the barrel. A primary driver of the overall score.
How well it holds up and how the company stands behind it — documented cracking/denting reports, cold-weather behavior, and the brand’s real warranty record. Good to know, but weighted lightly in the score.
Our take on price-for-performance — the overall package weighed against its cost and what comparable bats run. Shown for context; it is NOT factored into the overall score (price changes too often and is personal).
Why this score: Power is near the top of the card from the full 1 oz XXL load. Swing weight is the lowest mark because the heavy load is hard to control. The full barrel earns a strong sweet spot, feel is good on the two-piece, durability and value are fair for an older composite now discounted.
Our Review
The Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 was one of Worth's marquee power bats, and the 2022 XXL is its heaviest-loaded version. The full 13.5-inch X434 barrel is the maximum legal length and gives a long, forgiving sweet spot, built on a two-piece composite frame that pairs with Worth's thin Flex 75 handle. The defining feature is the 1 oz XXL end load, which stacks the most barrel mass toward the end cap of any load in the Mach 1 lineup. That delivers tremendous momentum into contact for deep drives, but it requires real bat speed and strength to swing on time, making it strictly a power hitter's tool. The two-piece build helps tame the sting that a heavy load can create. Now a past-season model, it can be found at a discount and remains a legitimate distance bat for the strong USSSA slugger.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Full 13.5-inch X434 barrel for a long, forgiving sweet spot
- 1 oz XXL end load maximizes barrel momentum and distance
- Two-piece build helps reduce sting from the heavy load
Cons
- 1 oz XXL load is hard to swing on time without strong bat speed
- Strictly a power bat, unsuitable for control or contact hitters
Full Specifications
| Brand | Worth |
|---|---|
| Model | Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL End-Load 2-Piece (USSSA) |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Certification | Slowpitch |
| Sport | Softball |
| Construction | Two-piece composite (X434 barrel, Flex 75 handle) |
| Model # | WM22MU |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 13.5" |
| Swing Weight | End-load (XXL 1 oz) |
| MSRP | $299.99 |
Where to Buy
2022 Worth Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL End-Load 2-Piece (USSSA) Slowpitch Bat — FAQ
Is the 2022 Worth Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL End-Load 2-Piece (USSSA) a good Slowpitch bat?
We rate it 8.3/10 (Grade A). The 2022 Worth Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL is a two-piece composite USSSA slowpitch bat with a full 13.5-inch X434 barrel and a heavy 1 oz XXL end load for maximum-distance power hitters.
Is the Worth Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL End-Load 2-Piece (USSSA) Slowpitch-legal?
Yes — it's Slowpitch certified by the certifying labs. Certified for USSSA / NSA / ISA slowpitch play.
How much does the 2022 Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL End-Load 2-Piece (USSSA) cost?
MSRP is $299.99. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
New to buying bats? Read our bat sizing guide, certifications explained, or browse all guides.
You May Also Like
Sources: Smash It Sports — 2022 Worth Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XXL 2pc USSSA (WM22MU) · HQ4Sports — 2022 Worth Mach 1 Cobra Jet 428 XL USSSA (WM22MA)