Discmania FD3
176 g maxBeadless18 plastics
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Discmania FD3

The Discmania FD3 is a very overstable fairway driver (9/4/0/3) - best for advanced players.

9
Speed
4
Glide
0
Turn
3
Fade
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Stability
Very overstable
turn 0 + fade 3 = +3
Beginner score
31/100
Advanced · advanced players
Estimated distance
Rec244 ft
Int308 ft
Adv375 ft
Where it fits
hard, reliable fade for wind and corners
Infinite: Intermediate, Advanced

Flight path

Estimated from the flight numbers (overhead view). Switch throw and power to see how the line changes.

0100200300400500Distance (ft)Fade / Turn

Strengths

    Weaknesses

    • Strong fade (3) - hooks left hard at the end (RHBH)
    • Overstable - resists turning, can be too much for low power
    • Demands power to turn over - not a first disc

    Discmania FD3 data sheet

    Flight numbers9 / 4 / 0 / 3
    StabilityVery overstable (+3)
    TypeFairway Driver
    Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
    Diameter21.3 cm
    Height1.7 cm
    Rim depth1.1 cm
    Rim width2 cm
    Max weight176 g
    BeadBeadless
    Plastics available18

    How we verify: flight numbers are cross-checked against the Discmania listing on Infinite Discs and match. Distances, stability category, and beginner score are computed by Pine Tree Disc Golf from the flight numbers.

    FD3 plastics

    FD3 FAQ

    Is the FD3 overstable or understable?

    The Discmania FD3 is rated very overstable (stability +3), with flight numbers 9/4/0/3 - turn 0, fade 3.

    Is the FD3 good for beginners?

    Best for advanced players. With a speed of 9 and turn of 0, it is challenging to control for newer players (beginner score 31/100).

    How far does the FD3 fly?

    Roughly 244 ft at recreational arm speed, 308 ft at intermediate, and up to 375 ft for advanced players. Estimated from its speed (9) and glide (4).

    Which FD3 plastic is the most stable?

    Premium/durable runs like Horizon Metal Flake C-Line, Metal Flake C-Line tend to fly the most overstable, while baseline plastics start flippier and season in over time.

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