Product Overview
The BBTF-55 semi-permanent outdoor batting tunnel frame is constructed of 2" OD galvanized steel tube for corrosion resistance in year-round outdoor use. The net hangs on three rows of 3/16" galvanized aircraft cable, and the cable run is tensioned with a turnbuckle so the net can be pulled tight and re-adjusted over time.
Ground sleeves are included with the frame. The uprights are imbedded in the ground and set in concrete footings, giving a rigid structure without the frame being permanently welded in place - the posts can be pulled from the sleeves when the tunnel is taken down. Jaypro shows a suggested footing detail on the spec drawing, but local building codes take precedence and should be checked before any concrete is poured.
The frame is sized for a 55 ft. long net with an overall frame length of 59 ft. and uprights spaced 19'-8" apart. It accommodates both 12 ft. and 14 ft. wide nets, and the design allows 12" of excess net at the bottom so balls cannot roll out under the tunnel.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | BBTF-55 |
| Type | Semi-permanent outdoor batting tunnel frame (single) |
| Frame | 2" OD galvanized steel tube |
| Net Suspension | 3 rows of 3/16" galvanized aircraft cable |
| Net Length | 55'-0" long net |
| Overall Frame Length | 59'-0" |
| Bay Spacing | 19'-8" between uprights (three bays) |
| Net Width Accommodated | 12'-0" or 14'-0" wide nets |
| Net Height | 11'-0" net (11'-8" frame height) |
| Ground Embedment | 2'-0" imbed in ground |
| Ground Sleeves | Included |
| Net Tensioning | Net adjustable with turnbuckle |
| Bottom Net Overlap | 12" of excess net on bottom to prevent balls from rolling under |
| Suggested Footing | Ø18" diameter, 30" deep (24" concrete over crushed stone) |
| Installation Note | Suggested footing only - check local building codes before starting the footing |
| Ship Weight | 342 lbs |
| Ships Via | Freight truck (LTL) |
Compare Jaypro models
|
SM 55 ft |
SM 70 ft |
Semi-Perm 55 ft THIS |
Semi-Perm 70 ft |
|---|---|---|---|
Model BBTFSM-55 | Model BBTFSM-70 | Model BBTF-55 | Model BBTF-70 |
Net Length 55'-0" net | Net Length 70'-0" net | Net Length 55'-0" net | Net Length 70'-0" net |
Overall Frame Length / Bays 59'-0"; 19'-8" spacing (three bays) | Overall Frame Length / Bays 74'-0"; 18'-6" between uprights | Overall Frame Length / Bays 59'-0"; 19'-8" spacing (three bays) | Overall Frame Length / Bays 74'-0"; 18'-6" between uprights |
Frame Material 2" O.D. galvanized steel tube | Frame Material 2" O.D. galvanized steel tube | Frame Material 2" O.D. galvanized steel tube | Frame Material 2" O.D. galvanized steel tube |
Mounting Surface mount base plates; 1/2" anchors by others | Mounting Surface mount; 1/2" anchors by others | Mounting Semi-permanent; ground sleeves included | Mounting Semi-permanent; ground sleeves set in concrete |
Ground Embedment / Footing — | Ground Embedment / Footing — | Ground Embedment / Footing 2'-0" imbed; Ø18" x 30" deep footing suggested | Ground Embedment / Footing 2'-0" imbed; concrete over crushed stone |
Bracing Four adjustable brace pipes; angled pipe clamps | Bracing Four adjustable brace pipes (brace kit included) | Bracing — | Bracing — |
Net Suspension 3 rows of 3/16" galvanized aircraft cable | Net Suspension 3 rows of 3/16" galvanized aircraft cable | Net Suspension 3 rows of 3/16" galvanized aircraft cable | Net Suspension 3 rows of 3/16" galvanized aircraft cable |
Nets Accommodated 12'-0" or 14'-0" wide; 11'-0" high (11'-8" frame) | Nets Accommodated 12'-0" or 14'-0" wide, 11'-0" high; sleeves included | Nets Accommodated 12'-0" or 14'-0" wide; 11'-0" high (11'-8" frame) | Nets Accommodated 12'-0" or 14'-0" wide, 11'-0" high; sleeves included |
Net Tensioning & Bottom Overlap Turnbuckle adjustable; 12" excess net at bottom | Net Tensioning & Bottom Overlap Turnbuckle adjustable; 12" excess net at bottom | Net Tensioning & Bottom Overlap Turnbuckle adjustable; 12" excess net at bottom | Net Tensioning & Bottom Overlap Turnbuckle adjustable; 12" excess net at bottom |
Ship Weight 250 lbs | Ship Weight 250 lbs | Ship Weight 342 lbs | Ship Weight 418 lbs |
Best for Programs adding a 55 ft. tunnel on an existing concrete pad without digging footings. | Best for Facilities wanting a full-length 70 ft. tunnel anchored to an existing slab. | Best for Schools and parks installing a compact in-ground 55 ft. batting tunnel. | Best for High school and college fields needing a permanent full-length 70 ft. tunnel. |
| $4,528.00 | $5,640.00 | $3,888.00 | $4,868.00 |
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Warranty
Jaypro Sports (Waterford, Connecticut) warrants its equipment against defects in material and workmanship from the date of shipment. Coverage length depends on the product line — where a specific period is listed above, that period applies to this model. Jaypro warranty periods run as follows:
- Limited Lifetime – glass basketball backboards (GBAFR-48, GBRUB-42, GBRUB-54) against breaks and cracks in the glass when used with a direct goal mount.
- 25 years – structure of wall-mounted basketball backstops and Shooting Station systems.
- 10 years – uprights on FeatherLite, PowerLite and Hybrid Steel volleyball net systems.
- 7 years – Collegiate competition basketball goals (GBA-542 "Shot", GBA-642 "Revolution").
- 5 years – Revolution Series 180° flex basketball goals.
- 3 years – the majority of the catalog: fixed and breakaway basketball goals, aluminum backboards, lacrosse and field hockey goals, floor sleeves, sleeve reducers and floor anchors, referee stands and equipment carriers.
- 1 year – bases, home plates and pitching rubbers, volleyball nets and net accessories (antennas, boundary tape, court lines), batting cage systems and general accessories.
The warranty covers factory defects under normal, intended use. Jaypro will repair, replace or refund the defective item at its discretion; claims require a Return Authorization (RMA) before any item is sent back.
Not covered: normal wear, weather exposure, cosmetic damage that does not affect function, improper installation, use other than intended, and any unauthorized alteration or modification of the original factory configuration. As an authorized Jaypro Sports dealer, JoySportStore files warranty claims directly with the manufacturer on your behalf.