Skip to content
Flag FREE SHIPPING ON SELECTED BRANDS & NO SALES TAX FREE SHIPPING & NO SALES TAX
Tag Take $100 Off Orders Over $2000! | CODE $100 OFF CODE WELCOME

Douglas High Quality Douglas® F5™ 656 MAX Basketball System

Original price $4,099.00 - Original price $4,299.00
Original price
$4,099.00
$4,099.00 - $4,299.00
Current price $4,099.00
In stock
SKU: 69572
Backboard: Tempered Glass
Promo Icon

$100 OFF ALL ORDERS $2000 & UP

Use code “WELCOME” at checkout

NEED HELP? CALL US +(307) 441-9801

Promo Icon
Product Overview
In short
The Douglas F5 656 MAX is a fixed basketball system featuring a 42 in. x 72 in. MAX Clear View backboard available in tempered glass or polycarbonate, paired with a heavy-duty breakaway goal and a 6 in. square galvanized steel pole. It is designed for institutional applications like parks, schools, and municipalities where a fixed (non-adjustable) system is preferred.
✓ Authorized Douglas Dealer — ships brand-new with the full factory warranty

The Douglas F5 656 MAX Basketball System is a fixed-height system built for durability in high-use institutional settings such as school playgrounds, parks, and municipal courts. Its 42 in. x 72 in. MAX Clear View backboard is available in either 1/2 in. tempered glass (NBA/NCAA grade) or 1/2 in. polycarbonate, both featuring an aluminum perimeter frame reinforced by a welded steel back frame for rigid ball response and a 'clear view' aesthetic without traditional H-frame supports.

The system uses a pressure flex breakaway goal constructed of steel with a 5/8 in. thick, 18 in. rim and a double spring breakaway mechanism designed to withstand aggressive play and dunks. A 5 ft. fixed extension arm, angled to minimize contact with players, attaches directly to the backboard's perimeter frame and is supported by upper brace arms for stability. The structural pole is 6 in. square galvanized steel with a 3/16 in. wall thickness, finished in black acrylic powder coat for corrosion resistance.

Safety padding is included as standard: 2 in. thick, form-fitted black all-weather vinyl padding covers the pole and base, secured with sewn-in Velcro straps, along with molded vinyl backboard padding. Installation instructions, cut sheets, CAD drawings, and bid specifications are available for both the glass and polycarbonate backboard versions.

Specifications
SpecificationValue
Backboard Size42 in. x 72 in.
Backboard TypeMAX Clear View - Tempered Glass or Polycarbonate
Backboard Thickness1/2 in. thick (both options)
Backboard FrameAluminum perimeter frame supported by welded steel back frame
Backboard Padding1 in. thick molded vinyl, black
Goal/Rim5/8 in. thick, 18 in. steel rim, double spring pressure flex breakaway mechanism, CSPC-compliant powder-coat finish
Extension Arm5 ft. fixed, 5 in. x 5 in. corrosion-resistant reinforced arm
Pole6 in. square galvanized steel, 3/16 in. wall thickness, black acrylic powder coat
Pole/Base Padding2 in. thick, black all-weather vinyl, UV resistant, Velcro straps
Available OptionsBackboard: Tempered Glass or Polycarbonate
CategoryFixed Basketball Systems
Compare Douglas models
GN 4.5 FST
F4 445 Steel
F4 445 MAX
F5 655 MAX
D-Pro 435
D-Pro 646
Backboard Size
35 in. x 54 in. fan shape
Backboard Size
42 in. x 60 in.
Backboard Size
42 in. x 60 in.
Backboard Size
42 in. x 60 in.
Backboard Size
42 in. x 60 in.
Backboard Size
42 in. x 72 in.
Backboard Material
12 ga. steel shell, white powder coat, printed target
Backboard Material
12 ga. steel shell, white powder coat, printed target
Backboard Material
1/2 in. Clearview polycarbonate, alum. frame
Backboard Material
1/2 in. tempered glass or polycarbonate option
Backboard Material
1/2 in. MAX Clear View polycarbonate, alum. frame
Backboard Material
1/2 in. MAX Clear View tempered glass, alum. frame
Backboard Padding
Backboard Padding
Backboard Padding
1 in. molded vinyl, black
Backboard Padding
1 in. molded vinyl, pre-installed
Backboard Padding
1 in. molded vinyl, black
Backboard Padding
1 in. molded vinyl, black
Goal / Rim
Dura Goal I, 18 in. double ring, nylon net incl.
Goal / Rim
5/8 in. x 18 in. steel rim, double spring breakaway
Goal / Rim
5/8 in. x 18 in. breakaway, hidden net hooks
Goal / Rim
5/8 in. x 18 in. Pressure Flex breakaway goal
Goal / Rim
5/8 in. x 18 in. steel rim, double spring breakaway
Goal / Rim
5/8 in. x 18 in. rim, breakaway, reinforced backplate
Extension / Overhang
4 ft. extension; 48 in. safe play area
Extension / Overhang
4 ft. fixed arm, 4 in. x 4 in. reinforced
Extension / Overhang
4 ft. fixed arm, 4 in. x 4 in. steel
Extension / Overhang
5 ft. fixed arm, 5 in. x 5 in. steel
Extension / Overhang
3 ft. overhang; 1x2 in. top, 2x4 in. lower arms
Extension / Overhang
4 ft. regulation; 1-9/16x3-1/8 top, 2x4 in. lower
Pole / Post
4-1/2 in. O.D. heavy wall galvanized, approx. 13 ft.
Pole / Post
4 in. square structural steel, 3/16 in. wall, 14 ft.
Pole / Post
4 in. square structural steel, 3/16 in. wall, 14 ft.
Pole / Post
6 in. square galvanized steel, 3/16 in. wall
Pole / Post
4 in. square, 7 ga. galvanized steel, one-piece
Pole / Post
6 in. square galvanized, 3/16 in. wall, one-piece
Pole & Base Padding
Pole & Base Padding
Pole & Base Padding
Pole & Base Padding
2 in. black all-weather vinyl pole and base pad
Pole & Base Padding
2 in. thick fitted pole and base pad included
Pole & Base Padding
2 in. thick fitted pole and base pad included
Height Adjustment
Fixed, non-adjustable
Height Adjustment
Fixed, non-adjustable
Height Adjustment
Fixed, non-adjustable
Height Adjustment
Fixed, non-adjustable
Height Adjustment
6 ft. to 10 ft., one lift-assist cylinder
Height Adjustment
5-1/2 ft. to 10 ft., two lift-assist cylinders
Installation / Mounting
Direct bury; 3 ft. set in 4 ft. x 2 ft. footing
Installation / Mounting
In-ground direct bury, 4 ft. concrete footing
Installation / Mounting
In-ground direct bury, 4 ft. concrete footing
Installation / Mounting
Installation / Mounting
Installation / Mounting
Warranty
Warranty
Warranty
Douglas Lifetime Limited Warranty
Warranty
Warranty
Warranty
Ship Weight
310 lbs
Ship Weight
Ship Weight
Ship Weight
Ship Weight
Ship Weight
Best for
Budget-minded playgrounds needing a simple fan-shaped steel gooseneck setup.
Best for
Neighborhood parks and playgrounds needing low-maintenance institutional steel play.
Best for
Municipal courts wanting a clear polycarbonate board on a compact 4 in. pole.
Best for
Parks and gyms wanting a fixed 5 ft. overhang system with glass or poly board choice.
Best for
Youth programs and driveways wanting adjustable 6-10 ft. play on a 4 in. pole.
Best for
Competition courts wanting a regulation 72 in. glass board with full height adjustment.
$1,599.00$3,299.00$3,299.00$3,899.00$2,499.00$3,099.00
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

Douglas Industries, Inc. (Eldridge, Iowa) backs its equipment with the Douglas® Standard Limited Warranty against defects in material and factory workmanship. Coverage length depends on the product line — where a specific period is listed above, that period applies to this model. Douglas warranty periods run as follows:

  • Limited Lifetime – gooseneck basketball posts with 6' extension.
  • 25 years – gooseneck basketball posts with 4' extension.
  • 10 years – gooseneck posts with 3' extension; pro-rated structural warranty on Bakko and steel/aluminum backboards (1 year on the Imron® finish); selected post and net systems.
  • 7 years – Douglas® MAX batting tunnel frames (with proper installation and normal use).
  • 5 years – standard Douglas® batting tunnel frames, most tennis / volleyball / pickleball post systems and Premier™ posts; 5-year fade warranty on Sunbrella® canvas.
  • 4 years – VCP MAX windscreen mesh, #420 knotless pylon netting and other netting lines; fabrics are warranted pro-rata for 3–4 years against material defects and poor workmanship.
  • 3 years – selected fabric and netting products.
  • 2 years – selected hardware and padding.
  • 1 year – accessories, replacement parts and paint / finish coverage.

Digital printing on windscreen and vinyl products carries the same warranty as the underlying windscreen or vinyl material.

Not covered: improper installation, use other than intended, unauthorized alterations, abuse or misuse, normal wear, and damage from fire, flood, wind, lightning or leaving products outdoors beyond their intended seasonal use. As an authorized Douglas dealer, JoySportStore files warranty claims directly with the manufacturer on your behalf.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the tempered glass and polycarbonate backboard options?

Both are 1/2 in. thick; the tempered glass backboard matches the standard used at competitive levels such as the NBA and NCAA, while the polycarbonate backboard is a clear, virtually unbreakable material.

Is this a fixed or adjustable basketball system?

This is a fixed system, designed for institutional applications like parks, municipalities, and school playgrounds where an adjustable system is not needed.

What padding is included for player safety?

The system includes 2 in. thick, form-fitted black all-weather vinyl padding on the pole and base, secured with Velcro straps, plus 1 in. thick molded vinyl backboard padding.

Is JoySportStore an authorized Douglas dealer?

Yes. JoySportStore is an authorized Douglas dealer, so every product ships brand-new from the Douglas factory in Eldridge, Iowa with the full Douglas warranty and factory-backed support.

Product Documents