Product Overview
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
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Backboard Size | 42 in. x 72 in. |
| Backboard Type | MAX Clear View - Tempered Glass or Polycarbonate |
| Backboard Thickness | 1/2 in. thick (both options) |
| Backboard Frame | Aluminum perimeter frame supported by welded steel back frame |
| Backboard Padding | 1 in. thick molded vinyl, black |
| Goal/Rim | 5/8 in. thick, 18 in. steel rim, double spring pressure flex breakaway mechanism, CSPC-compliant powder-coat finish |
| Extension Arm | 5 ft. fixed, 5 in. x 5 in. corrosion-resistant reinforced arm |
| Pole | 6 in. square galvanized steel, 3/16 in. wall thickness, black acrylic powder coat |
| Pole/Base Padding | 2 in. thick, black all-weather vinyl, UV resistant, Velcro straps |
| Available Options | Backboard: Tempered Glass or Polycarbonate |
| Category | Fixed Basketball Systems |
Compare Douglas models
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GN 4.5 FST |
F4 445 Steel |
F4 445 MAX |
F5 655 MAX |
D-Pro 435 |
D-Pro 646 |
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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 |
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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
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.