Motiv Shadow Tank Bowling Ball

Even greater control emerges from the Motiv Shadow Tank Bowling Ball. This is not just another release—it’s a weaponized tool of precision. Designed with advanced Microcell Polymer technology, the Shadow Tank delivers the smoothest, most controllable motion ever seen in a Tank series ball. With its higher hardness rating, this ball gives you urethane-level control while eliminating the frustrating over/under reactions that ruin consistency. When the lanes get tough, this ball keeps you in control longer.

The new Frixion M7 Pearl MCP coverstock has been engineered to read the lane earlier and slower than the previous generation, giving you less jump and more predictability. Enhanced with Duramax Additive technology, it holds surface longer, allowing you to keep the same dependable reaction deep into competition. This makes the Shadow Tank the most urethane-like MCP ball yet, giving tournament bowlers a trusted option when the lanes transition.

At its core lies the Flux core design (2.57 RG / .015 differential). This unique combination pairs a weaker engine with a stronger shell, letting the cover do the heavy lifting. The result is a smoother, more deliberate motion that doesn’t surprise you down-lane. Control wins tournaments, and the Shadow Tank provides exactly that. If you need a ball built to perform when conditions get tricky, the Motiv Shadow Tank deserves a place in your bag.

WHEN TO USE:

Speed Dominant: Most speed dominant bowlers are able to use stronger balls earlier than their competitors, but in cases where there is just too much wet/dry on the lane or the oil pattern is quite short, the Shadow Tank will come in handy. Additionally, the Duramax additive means that if a speed dominant bowler needs to add surface to their Shadow Tank, it will stay duller longer than other balls in their bag. This can come in handy for speed dominant bowlers using MCP coverstocks on challenging patterns.

Balanced: For balanced bowlers, the Tank series is a tool for exceedingly difficult patterns and fresh oil. Short to moderate length patterns where control is of the utmost importance are ideal for balanced bowlers looking to use the Shadow Tank. When shallow angles and control are what the pattern demands, the Shadow Tank is a critical tool in the balanced bowler’s toolbox.

Rev Dominant: Most likely, rev dominant players are the ones who will benefit the most from the Shadow Tank. The high rev rate to speed ratio makes a low diff ball that doesn’t absorb much oil a great option where balanced and speed dominant bowlers may not see enough ball motion. When there is just too much down lane motion, rev dominant players will usually be able to go to the Shadow Tank for the command of the pattern that they need.

Lane Condition Light Oil
Performance Level High Performance
Coverstock Frixion M7 Pearl Microcell Polymer
Ball Finish 1000 Grit LSS
Core Flux™ Symmetric
Core Type Symmetric
Flare 2"+
Color Purple / Black Pearl Recommended Cleaner
Motiv Amplify Ball Cleaner RG / Diff
#14 - 2.57 / .018
#15 - 2.57 / .015
#16 - 2.57 / .013