Product Overview
The I-Hack Attack uses Sports Attack's signature three-wheel throwing head, gripping the ball in three contact points instead of the usual two. This design lets the hitter see the ball clearly through the entire feeding, acceleration and release motion, replicating the timing and stride cues of a live pitcher rather than the obscured release of two-wheel or arm-style machines.
Because pitch type is controlled entirely by adjusting the relative speed of each throwing wheel, the machine throws fastballs, curveballs, sliders, split fingers and sinkers without ever tilting or repositioning the throwing head. A pitch-selection chart on the machine guides operators through setup, and the elevation handle raises or lowers the pitch 4-6 inches per turn so coaches can move a pitch anywhere in the strike zone between reps.
The same throwing head pivots instantly for fungo work, producing towering fly balls, tailing line drives, topspin grounders and catcher's pop-ups, which keeps fielding drills moving with almost no recovery time between hits. This versatility makes the machine suitable for hitting and fielding practice in a single session, useful for high school, college, travel-team and serious backyard training.
Weighing in with a solid steel frame and aluminum-alloy throwing head, the machine is heavy enough to absorb recoil for consistent accuracy yet still portable enough for one person to tilt, un-socket the legs, and roll on its heavy-duty transport wheels on and off the field without ever touching the throwing wheels. It arrives fully assembled, requires no special tools, and accepts regulation leather, dimpled, polyurethane, Wiffle® or foam balls, with an optional kit to convert it for softball use.
Practice sessions can be extended using Sports Attack's automatic feeders, either the 15-ball Solo Feeder or the 150-ball Team Feeder, reducing the need for a second person to load balls by hand. Sports Attack backs its machines with a warranty covering materials, workmanship and key wear components such as the throwing wheels, controllers and motors.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Throwing Wheels | 3 variable-speed motors driving concave 14" wheels |
| Speed Range | 35 to 100+ MPH |
| Pitch Types | Fastballs, curveballs, sliders, split fingers, sinkers and breaking pitches via wheel-speed dials only |
| Fungo Capability | Throwing head pivots instantly for fly balls, line drives, pop-ups and grounders |
| Ball Types | Regulation leather, dimpled practice, polyurethane, Wiffle® or foam balls (no synthetic leather) |
| Ball Size | 9" regulation baseball |
| Ball Release Point | 52" with standard legs; 73" with optional extended legs |
| Elevation Adjustment | Raises/lowers pitch 4-6 in. per handle revolution |
| Recovery Time | 3-5 seconds between pitches |
| Power | 90V |
| Full-Load Amperage | 1.5A running; 20A service recommended for continuous use |
| Extension Cord | Minimum #14/3 grounded cord, up to 200 ft. |
| Machine Weight | 165 lbs. assembled; approx. 145 lbs. base without legs |
| Machine Dimensions | 53"W x 64"D x 63.5"H assembled |
| Breakdown Size | 39"L x 30"W x 25"H with base; 30"x30"x25" without base |
| Softball Conversion | 20-30 minutes using optional conversion kit |
| Compatible Feeders | Solo Feeder (15-ball) or Team Feeder (150-ball) |
| Assembly | Ships fully assembled, no tools required |
Compare Sports Attack models
|
Junior Hack |
Junior Fungo Kart |
Junior Fungo Kart DC |
Hack Attack |
Hack + Team Feeder |
e-Hack Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Throwing Wheels Three 14 in. concave wheels, each with own motor | Throwing Wheels Three 14 in. concave wheels (Junior unit) | Throwing Wheels Junior Hack Attack 3-wheel head on Fungo Kart | Throwing Wheels 3 variable-speed motors, three 14 in. concave wheels | Throwing Wheels Three 14 in. concave wheels, each with own motor | Throwing Wheels Unique three-wheel throwing head design |
Speed Range 90+ MPH simulated from 45 ft. | Speed Range — | Speed Range — | Speed Range — | Speed Range — | Speed Range 100+ MPH |
Pitch Types Fastballs, curves, sliders, sinkers, breaking pitches | Pitch Types None — defensive drills only, not for pitching | Pitch Types None — defensive fungo drills only, not for pitching | Pitch Types Fastballs, curves, sliders, split fingers, knuckleballs | Pitch Types Fastballs, curves, sliders, split fingers, sinkers, knucklers | Pitch Types 8 pre-set pitches incl. curve & slider right/left |
Fungo Capability Fly balls, pop-ups, line drives, grounders up to 250 ft. | Fungo Capability 360-degree swivel for fly balls, grounders, pop-ups | Fungo Capability 250 ft. fly balls; 360-degree swivel head | Fungo Capability 380 ft. fly balls, line drives, grounders, pop-ups | Fungo Capability Fly balls to 380 ft., line drives, grounders, pop-ups | Fungo Capability No fungo work |
Ball Release Point 42 in.; fits standard L-screens with extended legs | Ball Release Point — | Ball Release Point — | Ball Release Point 53 in. standard legs; 73 in. with extended legs | Ball Release Point 52-53 in.; up to 73 in. with extended legs | Ball Release Point 53 in. |
Ball Types & Size Leather, machine, whiffle, foam, 7.5 in. vision balls | Ball Types & Size Leather, practice, Wiffle and softer practice balls | Ball Types & Size Leather, dimpled, Wiffle and soft practice balls | Ball Types & Size Leather, dimpled, poly, Wiffle, foam; 9 in. regulation | Ball Types & Size Leather, dimpled, poly, whiffle, foam; 9 in. regulation | Ball Types & Size Leather or dimpled machine balls; 9 in. regulation |
Power 110V; up to 12A, 15-20A service advised | Power 110V | Power Two 12V lithium batteries (DC), cordless use | Power 110V or 220V; 1.5A running, 20A service advised | Power 110V or 220/240V; 1.5A running, 20A service advised | Power 110V and 220V models available |
Machine Weight 87 lbs. assembled; 75 lbs. without legs | Machine Weight 87 lbs. throwing unit + 33 lbs. kart | Machine Weight 97 lbs. throwing unit + 33 lbs. kart | Machine Weight 165 lbs. with legs | Machine Weight 165 lbs. | Machine Weight 223 lbs. |
Dimensions 40 x 45 x 52.5 in. assembled | Dimensions 27.5 in. W x 44 in. D x 39 in. H with kart | Dimensions 27.5 in. W x 44 in. D x 39 in. H with kart | Dimensions 53 in. W x 64 in. D x 63.5 in. H | Dimensions 53 in. W x 64 in. D x 63.5 in. H | Dimensions 53 in. W x 66 in. D x 63 in. H |
Compatible Feeders Solo Feeder (15-ball) or Team Feeder (150-ball) | Compatible Feeders — | Compatible Feeders — | Compatible Feeders Solo Feeder (15-ball) or Team Feeder (150-ball) | Compatible Feeders 150-ball Team Feeder included; Solo Feeder compatible | Compatible Feeders — |
Ship Weight 87 lbs | Ship Weight 55 lbs | Ship Weight 55 lbs | Ship Weight 205 lbs | Ship Weight 165 lbs | Ship Weight 223 lbs |
Best for Youth and travel teams wanting real breaking pitches at shorter distances. | Best for Youth coaches running infield and outfield defensive drills near an outlet. | Best for Teams needing cordless battery-powered fungo drills anywhere on the field. | Best for High school, college and pro programs needing game-speed pitching and fungo. | Best for Programs wanting hands-free 150-ball batting practice out of the box. | Best for Elite programs wanting touchscreen pre-set pitches and saved sequences. |
| $2,699.00 | $2,599.00 | $2,999.00 | $4,023.00 $3,599.00 | $5,698.00 | $14,999.00 |
| Check › | Check › | Check › | Check › | Check › | Check › |
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 warranty on materials, workmanship, and wear parts including throwing wheels, controllers, and motors.
Sports Attack stands behind the material and workmanship of its machines and all wear components (throwing wheels, controllers and motors). Coverage runs from the date of original purchase, verified by the serial number and date codes on the unit:
- 2 years - residential and institutional use (schools, colleges, teams).
- 1 year - commercial use (batting cages, training facilities open to the public).
Making a claim: warranty requests go through Sports Attack customer service. Wear components (motors, controllers, wheels) may require a photo or live video with the request. Serial number and component date codes must be legible and unaltered. If Sports Attack has previously supplied warranty components for the unit, video evidence of their use is required. When a claim involves a replacement part, the part and replacement instructions are supplied at no cost.
Returns: a machine may be returned within 30 days of receipt for any reason for a full refund, less a 15% restocking fee; return shipping is the purchaser's responsibility and the refund may be reduced by any non-cosmetic damage.
Not covered: normal wear and tear; cosmetic damage such as minor scratches, surface deformation, discoloration or natural fading; misuse, abuse, accident or negligence including prolonged exposure to inclement weather; fire, flood or other acts of God; unauthorized modification or aftermarket components; and any failure arising after the warranty period. As an authorized Sports Attack dealer, JoySportStore files warranty claims directly with the manufacturer on your behalf.