Overview
The JUGS Changeup Super Softball™ Pitching Machine is the official softball machine of ASA and USA Softball, trusted by elite athletes and Olympians. It delivers fastballs and changeups on command with remote-controlled speed adjustment—giving advanced hitters a true pitcher vs. hitter experience at speeds from 30–70 mph.
Available with or without the JUGS Transport Cart.
Features
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Throws Changeups: Seamlessly switch from risers to fastballs with changeups as low as 44 mph at the push of a button—using the handheld remote or machine controls.
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Remote speed adjustment: Change pitch speeds from behind the plate without the hitter knowing, sharpening timing and reaction.
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Digital display: Clearly shows the set speed for precise, repeatable practice sessions.
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Grip-Tite® 16" pneumatic tire: Patented non-marking tire lasts 4x longer than solid tires with no melting, cracking, or chunking.
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1-wheel design: Simple, lightweight mechanism for easy setup and transport.
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360-degree swivel base: Rotate for fly balls, ground balls, and catcher pop-ups during defensive drills.
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12" ball chute standard: Fits 11" or 12" softballs; compatible with JUGS LeatherLast™, Sting-Free®, Lite-Flite®, Softie®, and Bulldog Polyballs.
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Optional Transport Cart: Insert the cart into the base, tilt back, and wheel your machine wherever needed.
Specifications
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Models: M1251 (without cart), M1250 (with cart)
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Speed range: 30–70 mph (changeups as low as 44 mph)
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Wheel configuration: 1-wheel design
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Tire: Grip-Tite® 16" non-marking pneumatic tire
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Swivel: 360-degree swivel base
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Power: 110V AC or BLUETTI AC70P Portable Power Station
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Skill level: High school, college, advanced travel ball
Compatible Balls
- 11" and 12" softballs
- JUGS LeatherLast™ Softballs
- JUGS Sting-Free® Softballs
- JUGS Lite-Flite® Softballs
- JUGS Softie® Softballs
- JUGS Bulldog™ Polyballs
Training Applications
- Fastball/changeup sequencing to train pitch recognition and timing adjustment.
- Remote speed changes keep hitters off-balance, replicating a live pitcher's repertoire.
- 360-degree swivel for defensive fly ball, ground ball, and pop-up drills.
Warranty
