{"product_id":"2026-marucci-cat-1776-loaded-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-mspc17761la","title":"2026 Marucci CAT 1776 Loaded USA\/ASA Slowpitch Softball Bat - MSPC17761LA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt on tradition. Made for the next generation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Honoring 250 years of American grit, determination, and independence, the 2026 Marucci CAT 1776 Loaded USA\/ASA Slowpitch Softball Bat draws inspiration from the Declaration of Independence signed in 1776. This limited-edition \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/marucci-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eMarucci slowpitch softball bat\u003c\/a\u003e features historic script details and patriotic accents, celebrating the spirit of those who dared to declare something greater — a tribute to the nation's legacy, and to every player continuing to write their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Hitters Are Choosing the CAT 1776 Loaded Slowpitch Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Marucci's lineup of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/asa-usa-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eUSA\/ASA slowpitch softball bats\u003c\/a\u003e, the CAT 1776 pairs a slightly end-loaded swing with a one-piece composite build for a clean, consistent, and traditional feel at the plate. It's a strong option for hitters who already like the balance and pop of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2025-marucci-driippy-loaded-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-mspdr2la\"\u003eMarucci Driippy Loaded USA\/ASA Slowpitch Bat\u003c\/a\u003e and want to add a second loaded bat to the bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne-Piece Composite Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA one-piece composite design delivers a clean, consistent, and traditional swing feel from the handle through the barrel — no disconnect, no dead spots, just a smooth transfer of energy on every cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLoaded Swing Weight for Explosive Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Loaded bat with a slightly end-loaded feel, giving a wide array of hitters extra whip through the zone and added mass behind the ball at contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisRupt Dual Chamber Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisRupt Dual Chamber Technology was designed to change the game with a multi-barrel construction. A soft, low-compression outer barrel pairs with a fully suspended, full-length inner barrel that generates explosive performance on every swing. Each weight-drop and endload spec is precision-tuned for optimal flex, while the suspension system minimizes energy loss and maximizes response — a balanced blend of feel, consistency, and distance in a barrel built to declare the W.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModulated Stiffness Technology (MST)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMST is Marucci's unique system that connects the barrel and handle to fine-tune how the bat flexes. By adjusting the materials in key areas, MST creates the perfect balance between flex and stiffness, giving hitters better energy transfer, control, and feel. The result is a bat that dynamically adapts to the player's swing, delivering optimized performance at every point of contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2026 Marucci CAT 1776 Loaded Bat Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-piece composite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loaded (slightly end-loaded)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid Stiff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\/ASA \u0026amp; WSBC certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e One year manufacturer's warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel No.:\u003c\/strong\u003e MSPC17761LA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrip weight and manufacturing tolerance may cause slight deviation from the listed weight.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a different swing feel? Browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/collections\/slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eslowpitch softball bats\u003c\/a\u003e, or check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2025-marucci-chocolate-crush-yellow-loaded-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-mspccy2la\"\u003eMarucci Chocolate Crush Yellow Loaded USA\/ASA Slowpitch Bat\u003c\/a\u003e for another loaded option from the same family of technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the 2026 Marucci CAT 1776 Loaded USA\/ASA Slowpitch Bat different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt combines a limited-edition, patriotic 1776-inspired design with Marucci's DisRupt Dual Chamber Technology and Modulated Stiffness Technology (MST), delivering a one-piece composite, loaded swing feel built for consistent power and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bat certified for USA Softball (ASA) tournament play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The CAT 1776 Loaded is USA\/ASA \u0026amp; WSBC certified, making it legal for USA Softball (ASA) and other major slowpitch softball leagues that recognize those certifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does \"Loaded\" mean for this slowpitch bat's swing feel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoaded means the bat has a slightly end-loaded weight distribution, adding mass toward the barrel end for extra pop and carry — a feel that suits a wide array of hitters, from contact hitters to power swingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is DisRupt Dual Chamber Technology?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a multi-barrel construction where a soft, low-compression outer barrel pairs with a fully suspended, full-length inner barrel. The suspension system minimizes energy loss and maximizes response for a balanced blend of feel, consistency, and distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the barrel size and handle specs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CAT 1776 Loaded has a 2 1\/4\" barrel diameter, a 13\" barrel length, and a Mid Stiff handle for a traditional, one-piece composite swing feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the 2026 Marucci CAT 1776 Loaded bat come with a warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it includes a one year manufacturer's warranty. Note that grip weight and manufacturing tolerance may cause slight deviation from the listed weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smash It Sports","offers":[{"title":"24.5oz","offer_id":63845000708467,"sku":"MSPC17761LA-24.5","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25.5oz","offer_id":63844953162099,"sku":"MSPC17761LA-25.5","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"26.5oz","offer_id":63844953194867,"sku":"MSPC17761LA-26.5","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27oz","offer_id":63844953227635,"sku":"MSPC17761LA-27","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/5766\/8405\/files\/MSPC17761LA_NOCOLOR_FRT_jg19ul23.jpg?v=1785942211","url":"https:\/\/smashitsports.com\/products\/2026-marucci-cat-1776-loaded-usa-asa-slowpitch-softball-bat-mspc17761la","provider":"Smash It Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}