Product Overview
The JUGS Lite-Flite Machine has been a long-running fixture in baseball and softball training since its introduction in 2003, with the majority of units sold still in use today. It offers realistic pitching action at an accessible price point, throwing left- and right-handed curves, sliders and fastballs for both baseball and softball.
A swivel-design base provides 360-degree movement to simulate fly balls, pop-ups and ground balls, while the Always-See-The-Ball delivery system gives hitters an unobstructed view from machine to hitting zone for better tracking and timing. The Switch-and-Play Knobs allow quick changeover between baseball and softball, and the Pitch Selection Knob adjusts for a range of right- and left-handed pitch types.
Weighing only 35 pounds and powered by a 1/8-horsepower, 1.3 amp motor, the machine is portable and easy to move between fields or hitting stations. An optional rechargeable battery pack is available separately for up to 3 hours of continuous cordless use. It is compatible with 11-inch and 12-inch Lite-Flite softballs, Lite-Flite baseballs, JUGS Multi-Use Practice Baseballs and Softballs, and JUGS BULLDOG polyballs, making it suitable for youth leagues, high schools, colleges and hitting facilities.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Speed Range | Up to 85 mph at 25 feet |
| Pitch Types | Left- and right-handed curves, sliders and fastballs |
| Ball Compatibility | 11-inch or 12-inch Lite-Flite softballs, Lite-Flite baseballs, JUGS Multi-Use Practice Baseballs and Softballs, JUGS BULLDOG polyballs |
| Rotation | 360-degree swivel-design base |
| Power Requirements | 1/8-horsepower, 1.3 amp motor; optional rechargeable battery pack sold separately (up to 3 hours continuous use) |
| Machine Weight | 35 lbs |
| Quick-Change Design | Switch-and-Play Knobs for baseball to softball in seconds |
| Delivery System | Always-See-The-Ball black hitter's eye ball chute |
| Pitch Selection | Adjustable Pitch Selection Knob for fastballs, curves and sliders, right- and left-handed |
| Recommended For | Youth Leagues, High Schools, Colleges, Hitting Facilities |
| Warranty | 2-Year Guarantee on all parts, normal wear, & factory defects |
| SKU | M6000 |
Compare JUGS models
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Toss |
Small-Ball |
Lite-Flite THIS |
|---|---|---|
Speed Range — | Speed Range 55-75 mph from 25 ft (plays like 55-75 @ 20 ft) | Speed Range Up to 85 mph at 25 feet |
Pitch Types / Delivery Auto-tosses a ball every 5 seconds (built-in timer) | Pitch Types / Delivery Fastballs, overhand curves, grounders, fly balls | Pitch Types / Delivery LH and RH curves, sliders and fastballs |
Ball Compatibility Regulation leather balls plus JUGS training balls | Ball Compatibility 5 in., 0.5 oz. foam JUGS Small-Balls only | Ball Compatibility 11 in./12 in. Lite-Flite, Multi-Use, BULLDOG polyballs |
Ball Capacity / Feeder Holds 14 baseballs or 10 softballs | Ball Capacity / Feeder 25-ball feeder, manual and automatic feed modes | Ball Capacity / Feeder — |
Power Source Rechargeable battery, up to 8 hrs per charge | Power Source 110V AC, standard outlet, no adapter needed | Power Source 1/8 hp, 1.3 amp motor; optional battery pack (3 hrs) |
Machine Weight 13 lbs | Machine Weight 23 lbs | Machine Weight 35 lbs |
Rotation / Adjustability — | Rotation / Adjustability Three-leg height/angle setup; tilt for grounders/flies | Rotation / Adjustability 360-degree swivel base; adjustable pitch selection knob |
Key Features Fits a 10 x 10 ft. space; plate, charger, drill book | Key Features Solid steel heavy-duty frame construction | Key Features Switch-and-Play knobs; black hitter's-eye ball chute |
Recommended For Backyard players, youth leagues, high schools, colleges | Recommended For Backyard, youth and machine-pitch leagues, HS, college | Recommended For Youth leagues, high schools, colleges, hitting facilities |
Warranty 1-year guarantee on parts, wear and factory defects | Warranty 1-year guarantee | Warranty 2-year guarantee on parts, wear and factory defects |
Ship Weight 13 lbs | Ship Weight 23 lbs | Ship Weight 35 lbs |
Best for Solo hitters and coaches who want cordless, hands-free soft toss in a 10 x 10 ft. space. | Best for Players sharpening pitch recognition with high-rep foam small-ball work at 55-75 mph. | Best for Youth through college programs needing safe indoor curves, sliders and fastballs up to 85 mph. |
| $299.00 | $395.00 | $529.00 |
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Shipping & Returns
We offer standard 1-5 business day shipping (following dispatch) via LTL Freight, FedEx, UPS, DHL, or USPS. Orders typically process in 1-2 business days (starting the following business day). Shipping rates are usually calculated at checkout; however, we reserve the right to provide custom shipping quotes for oversized or specialized equipment.
60-DAY NO-HASSLE REFUNDS AND RETURNS
If there’s an issue with your product, we make refunds and returns quick and easy.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. To contact us, email info@joysportstore.com
More information on shipping and returns can be found here.
Warranty
2-Year Guarantee
JUGS Sports guarantees that JUGS® products are well made, of good materials and workmanship. If a guaranteed part fails because of defective material or workmanship, JUGS will repair or replace that part free of charge F.O.B. its factory in Tualatin, Oregon. Coverage length depends on the product line — where a specific period is listed above, that period applies to this model:
- 5 years – JUGS Black Protector™ Series screen frames.
- 2 years – MVP, BP®1 Baseball / Softball / Combo, BP®2, BP®3, SP3™, Changeup, Football, Field General, Cricket, Combination and Soccer pitching machines; Lite-Flite® Machine; Protector™ Series Black protective screen netting; Protector Series Blue screen frames; #96 batting cage netting.
- 1 year – PS50™, Lacrosse, Small-Ball® and Toss® machines; all JUGS batting tees; all JUGS Carousel automatic ball feeders; The JUGS Gun™; Complete Practice Battery Pack; Yamaha® EF2200iS generator; #42 and #60 batting cage netting; Protector™ Series Blue and Standard protective screens; Pearl® baseballs, Leatherlast™ softballs and Sting-Free® dimpled and seamed balls.
- 30 days – all JUGS products not listed above.
Commercial use (batting cages, training facilities, rental) automatically shortens coverage: 1 year on the pitching machines and automatic feeders, 90 days on the Lite-Flite® Machine, PS50™, Lacrosse and Small-Ball® machines, Toss® Machine, batting tees, Protector™ Series Black screens and the Complete Practice Battery Pack. Control panels on BP®3 and Changeup machines carry a 6-month guarantee in commercial use, and products not listed have no commercial warranty. Replacement parts outside the original warranty are guaranteed 1 year (90 days in commercial use).
Not covered: damage caused by snow, ice or other acts of God. On request the buyer returns the allegedly defective part to the JUGS factory with transportation prepaid. As an authorized JUGS Sports dealer, JoySportStore files warranty claims directly with the manufacturer on your behalf.