A softball bat is usually made of metal, hardwood, or any other approved materials. Its weight is around 38 oz. (1kg); it is 2.25 inches (6 cm) in diameter; and the height is less than 34 inches (86 cm). Technology has contributed a lot in the manufacture of a variety of powerful bats, which, in turn, has created some serious safety problems for pitchers and infielders.

In the United States, the major eight governing groups set the rules and regulations governing all features of playing softball, including softball bats. Different leagues approve different sets of softball bats. The status of the bat continues to fluctuate, so it