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Purple Tank

Item Number: MTVBTKPPL

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(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. 04/21/2021
    Product Purple Tank
    From Jacksonville, FL
    Rating 5.0
    Simply Impressive

    Been looking for a good Urethane for a bit now and tried this ball at a Motiv Test Drive event. Was blown away by the consistent motion and action this ball delivers. Amazing quality product that delivers with every throw.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 04/19/2021
    Product Purple Tank
    From Fort Atkinson, WI
    Rating 5.0
    The REAL Purple Ball

    The Purple Tank has shown its greatness on the lane for me, at my very last Youth State Tournament. Had just gotten the ball 2 days prior and only threw a few shots with it, I didn't know how it would work, but it has shown its real potential on the lane and its inane continuation.

    My first 3 official games with the Purple Tank, I had went 290-258-279 for a 827 series. This ball is quite possibly the best Purple Ball on the market, with no questions asked. It has a smooth and predictable motion, with no sacrifice of hitting power and continuation through the pins. This ball really shines on lower oil conditions, but can still work even with a little more oil on the lane, making this ball a little versatile.

    Overall, this ball is a great complement to the Covert Tank when the lanes are playing too strongly for it, for the Purple Tank is Urethane, and not Microcell, so it will not have as much grab on the lane. This ball is the REAL Purple Ball. No questions asked.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 04/15/2021
    Product Purple Tank
    From St Louis
    Rating 5.0
    One of the best balls on dry patterns

    The Purple Tank is a beast on dry lanes. It cuts through the front and is real smooth on the backend. Would 100% recommended to anyone with a low rev rate or bowling on dry patterns

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 04/15/2021
    Product Purple Tank
    From Cold Spring MN
    About Me Motiv Staff
    Rating 5.0
    Urethane

    I have tried other brands of urethane in the past and this one is different by the way it shapes down lane. The Purple tank has more continuation than what I have seen out of other companies, not saying it is good or bad it’s just different from what people think of a Urethane ball. The Purple Tank seems to preserve more energy than what I see out of other versions of urethane. I personally can get more of a “traditional” urethane reaction out of a stronger pin, Tank Blitz. The Purple Tank is a good ball for lighter patterns and when players need some form of control.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 04/10/2021
    Product Purple Tank
    From Salida, Ca
    About Me Vise Staff, Motiv Brand Ambassador
    Rating 5.0
    Purple tank!

    Layout 50x4.5.x20

    What can I say about the Purple Tank, except shots fired! I am beyond excited that MOTIV now has this urethane on the market. With Urethane being such an important part in today's game, and such a tool to have, this ball is a great piece.
    With this layout that I put on it I found it to be a little early with a very predictable continuous motion downlane. Now with this being urethane I found that when the fronts went away I would lose my angle by having to move right too much, so I drilled up a second one and put an identical layout with this one being 5.5 instead of 4.5. This allowed me to open up the lane much better when the fronts went away and keep that continuous motion. I'm extremely excited to have this ball in my bag everywhere I go!

    I would recommend this to a friend

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