Motiv Shadow Tank Bowling Ball
Motiv Shadow Tank Bowling Ball
Original price was: $279.95.$204.95Current price is: $204.95.
What should I know about the Shadow Tank?
High-RG, low-differential symmetric Flux Core for minimal flare
Frixion M7 Pearl Micro Cell Polymer cover at a 1000-grit finish
Urethane-like control for dry, short, and broken-down lanes
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Description
Urethane-Like Control From a Reactive Ball
About the Shadow Tank
The Motiv Shadow Tank is a control specialist, built to behave like urethane while keeping the durability and tunability of a reactive ball. It pairs the symmetric Flux Core with Motiv’s Frixion M7 Pearl Micro Cell Polymer cover for a smooth, low-flare, predictable motion, the ball you reach for on dry, short, or broken-down lanes. Like all of Motiv’s equipment, it is made in the U.S.A.
The Shadow Tank pairs that Flux Core with the Frixion M7 Pearl MCP coverstock at a 1000-grit finish. The Micro Cell Polymer material reads the lane gently and predictably, much like urethane, so the Shadow Tank holds a controlled line on conditions where a strong reactive ball would over-hook.
Understanding the Motiv Flux Core and Motiv Frixion M7 Pearl MCP
Motiv built the Shadow Tank for predictable, urethane-like control. Specifically, the symmetric Flux Core has a high RG and a very low differential, so it produces almost no track flare and a smooth, on-line motion, while the Frixion M7 Micro Cell Polymer cover reads the lane gently rather than snapping like reactive resin. As a result, it delivers a controlled, repeatable shape on dry, short, and worn conditions. The per-weight specifications are listed below.
A High-RG, Low-Differential Symmetric Core for Minimal Flare
At the heart of the Shadow Tank is the symmetric Flux Core. At 15 lb it measures a high RG of 2.57 with a very low .015 differential, numbers that produce almost no track flare and a smooth, controlled motion. The high RG and minimal differential keep the reaction even and predictable rather than sharp, exactly what a control ball needs.
That low-flare, on-line behavior is what gives the Shadow Tank its urethane-like feel. As a symmetric core, it reads the lane the same way shot after shot, so the ball holds its line through dry and short patterns rather than over-reacting at the breakpoint.
A Micro Cell Polymer Cover That Reads Like Urethane
The Shadow Tank wraps that core in Motiv’s Frixion M7 Pearl Micro Cell Polymer coverstock at a 1000-grit finish. The Micro Cell Polymer material is a urethane-style cover: it reads the lane gently and predictably, so the Shadow Tank holds a controlled line instead of snapping hard at the breakpoint, ideal for dry, short, or worn surfaces.
That smooth, even reaction is exactly what makes the Shadow Tank a control weapon. On short patterns and broken-down lanes, it gets a predictable read where a strong reactive ball would jump. Take the surface down for a touch more grip, or smooth it up for a bit more length, with surface changes done at your pro shop.
Shadow Tank Specs
RG and differential vary by weight. Specifications provided by the manufacturer.
Who This Ball Is Right For
✓Control Players: A smooth, on-line reaction for dry, short, and broken-down lanes, urethane-like control with reactive durability
✓Urethane Users: A reactive alternative to urethane that holds its line on demanding conditions but stays tunable
✓Short-Pattern Bowlers: Almost no flare and a predictable read for short patterns where a sharp backend ball overreacts
✓Arsenal Builders: A specialty control piece for the driest and shortest conditions, the ball you reach for when angle is the enemy
Good to Know Before You Buy
·Control over raw hook: The lower differential means moderate total hook. For maximum board coverage on heavy oil, step up to stronger equipment.
·Ships sanded for traction: The 1000 Grit finish is built to grip in oil. Polish it for more length when the volume drops.
·Colors vary: Actual colors vary somewhat from the photos shown; no two balls come out of the mold exactly alike.
·Tiny pit holes are normal: A few tiny pit holes in the coverstock are a normal part of the manufacturing process.
·Sold undrilled: Ships without finger holes, so it can be fitted to your hand and span.
BowlersMart Tips: Where the Shadow Tank Fits in Your Motiv Arsenal
Where It Fits in Your Arsenal
In the Motiv lineup, the Shadow Tank is a specialty control piece for dry, short, and broken-down lanes. Where your reactive balls hook sharply and over-react on friction, the Micro Cell Polymer Shadow Tank reads smoothly and holds its line, so it shines when the pattern is short or the lanes have given out. It is the ball you reach for when control matters more than hook.
Surface Adjustments
The 1000-grit finish gives the Shadow Tank its smooth, urethane-like read. Take it lower for a touch more grip on the driest lanes, or smooth it up for a bit more length. Have surface changes done at your pro shop for an even, consistent finish.
Coverstock Care
Wipe the Frixion Micro Cell Polymer cover with an approved ball cleaner after every session. Keeping the cover fresh preserves the smooth, predictable read that makes the Shadow Tank such a dependable control piece.
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Shop With Confidence at BowlersMart
The Motiv Shadow Tank Bowling Ball ships free with no minimum purchase and is backed by our 60-day return policy. As an authorized Motiv dealer, every ball is genuine and covered by the full one-year Motiv warranty. Place your order before 2 PM EST and it ships the same day.
Additional information
| Weight | 15 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 9 × 9 × 9 in |
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| Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB) | |
| Differential: Diff (15LB) | |
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| Ball Performance Level | High Performance Bowling Balls, Motiv Light to Medium Oil Bowling Balls |
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This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, Phthalates, and/or other chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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