Purple Tank

Item Number: MTVBTKPPL

52 Read Reviews

(RETIRED 5/23/2022)

One of the longest running MOTIV® product lines, the Tanks are the premiere bowling balls for control on the harshest conditions. The latest addition to this legendary line is the Purple Tank™.  

The Tank™ series changed forever with the introduction of Microcell Polymer technology. While Microcell Polymer (MCP) is now recognized as the solution for the ball motion gap between reactive resin and urethane, MCP does not replace urethane completely. With that in mind, MOTIV® has been in pursuit of a truly special urethane cover stock that provides adequate traction on modern lane surfaces conditioned with the high volume, high viscosity oil patterns competitive bowlers see so regularly.  

Now, MOTIV® is unveiling the brand new Purple Solid Urethane cover stock. It builds on the technology of Microcell Polymer, but it eliminates the oil absorption that causes MCP covers to shape down lane. This new cover allows the Purple Tank™ to display incredible control along with the aggressive traction seen from previous MCP balls like the Tank™ Blitz. It is ready to dominate when true urethane is needed in battle.

To boost the control factor, the Flux™ core is employed on the Purple Tank™ to lower the track flare potential. Previously used in the Desert Tank™, the Flux™ core is the proven solution for wet/dry conditions when the bowler needs to use shallow angles.

When to Use

Urethane bowling balls are now a staple for use on difficult oil patterns, short oil sport conditions, and for rev dominant bowlers seeking control when resin is just too much. The Purple Tank™ is prepared for battle on all these conditions because it displays outstanding traction in the mid-lane with the control down-lane that only urethane can provide.

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Specifications

  • Weight BlockFlux™ Symmetric
  • Cover StockPurple Solid Urethane
  • Finish1000 Grit LSS
  • Weight Range14, 15, 16
  • Length40
  • Backend47
  • Hook31
  • Flare Potential2"+
  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.57Max Differential .013
  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.57Max Differential .015
  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.57Max Differential .018
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Reviews 4.9 (Based on 52 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 02/05/2022
    Product Purple Tank
    From Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    About Me Team Lefty, League and Tournament Bowler, Staffer
    Rating 5.0
    Lefties Dream!

    Many believe being a Lefty, Urethane makes the lanes so much easier, well Give it a try. I can say, oily synthetic lanes, this ball is MONEY! I have never thrown Urethane before, never really needed it, but the fact that the Purple Tank was given to me to try out, its staying in the Tournament bag!
    This ball makes the lanes almost too controllable. Throwing 5 board, in my "Inner Norm Duke" style, this ball has one of the smoothest arches ever. Keeping my ball speed at 16-17mph at about 400 revs. Keeping my hand behind the ball, the reaction it has is perfect!
    Definitely Not a League ball, unless you are a Sport shot bowler. But is perfect for those tough tournament patterns!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 02/05/2022
    Product Purple Tank
    From Wright city MO
    About Me Med rev bowler 15 to 16mph
    Rating 5.0
    Everyone needs this in bag!!!

    This is the most versatile ball in your bag.. heavy oil.. dry oil.... doesn't matter!! No spare ball no problem.. NOW you have one of those also!! This ball I had drilled weaker for high friction lanes and it is amazing!! Play the outside line on heavy and stack them up!!! Pick the corners with ease! Start a step ladder with it or use when they breakdown! It doesn't matter! So glad I have it and the blue pearl tank WILL also make my bag also!! Happy bowling!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 01/24/2022
    Product Purple Tank
    From Spencerville Ohio
    About Me Have bowled for 25 years. 190-200 average
    Rating 3.0
    Tons of Surface

    The only reason I gave it a 3 star is because this is the most aggressive 1000 grit sanded ball I've ever seen. It looks more like 500 and rolls accordingly. I bowl on older well used wood lanes and the outsides are bone dry. These particular lanes are hand oiled by myself as I am the lane man here so I can control the shot but it's not easy.
    39 ft oiled 10 board to 10 board. The Purple Tank is a good ball and once the surface is tweaked I'm sure it'll be more playable in our center. Looking forward to more Tanks!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 01/19/2022
    Product Purple Tank
    From Gardena, CA
    Rating 5.0
    Best Urethane Ball!

    I know they say urethane is not for dry lanes, but this ball has bailed me out so many times when that is the case! I never liked urethane in the past because I found it to be inconsistent, but this one proved me wrong. So smooth and controllable, but has enough kick down lane to carry everything. This one hooks more than any urethane ball I have ever thrown. It’s like magic! Every ball in the Tank line has been amazing for me and this one is definitely no different. This one is going to stay in my bag for a long time and I will probably have to get another.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 01/12/2022
    Product Purple Tank
    From Abilene Texas
    Rating 5.0
    Ball is money

    I’ve never thrown Urethane and didn’t plan to until I heard about the Purple Tank. I needed a lighter oil ball for when the lanes dry up, and this baby is money. But, it’s also so versatile. I can use it early for when I want to play straighter, I can get it to hook later in games and throw many lines, and it’s my spare ball!
    Definitely recommend it for everyone’s bag!

    I would recommend this to a friend

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