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Goliath DiscsArkFairway Driver9/4/-1/2
Prodigy DiscFX-3Fairway Driver9/4/-1.5/2

Ark vs FX-3

How Ark and FX-3 compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnArk -1 vs FX-3 -1.5Height2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)PriceFX-3 is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Goliath DiscsArkFairway Driver
Prodigy DiscFX-3Fairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Ark
9
FX-3
9
GlideStays aloft
Ark
4
FX-3
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Ark
-1
FX-3
-1.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Ark
2
FX-3
2
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Ark
Prodigy Disc
FX-3
Flight rating
9/4/-1/2
9/4/-1.5/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+0.5)
Beginner score
40/100
42/100
Est. carry
362 ft
362 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Everyone
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.2 cm
Height
2 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
176 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$19.99
$15.99
The Verdict

Ark or FX-3?

Main difference: turn (Ark -1 vs FX-3 -1.5). The FX-3 turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Ark resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Ark: StableFX-3: Stable
Where to buy
Ark
$19.99
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Best price
FX-3
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Ark or FX-3 more overstable?

The Ark is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Ark or FX-3?

A beginner is better off with the FX-3 (beginner score 42/100 vs 40/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Ark and FX-3?

Main difference: turn (Ark -1 vs FX-3 -1.5). The FX-3 turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Ark resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Ark or FX-3?

The FX-3 is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $19.99.

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Goliath Discs Ark vs Prodigy Disc FX-3: Flight Numbers Compared