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1080 v15

Max CushionReleased 2026-01-15JP

1080 v15 is the 15th-generation max-cushioned trainer for daily runs and longer mileage. Its INFINION platform adds energy return and lasting cushioning while preserving the line's impact protection. A cup-shaped insert supports stability. A data-designed ground-contact outsole and moderate rocker guide transitions, while forefoot rubber, heel N durance, breathable mesh and a gusseted tongue support long runs.

Intended uses:
Jog, Daily, Long run, Recovery
3 sources · checked 2026-08-25

Specs

Among 865 listed shoes, this is a high-stack Max Cushion

Weight
261g
Of 811 known values: 315 lower, 5 equal, 491 higher. The marker uses the midpoint of equal values.
Standard39.1th percentile (tie midpoint) / average -6g
Drop
6mm
Of 815 known values: 221 lower, 156 equal, 438 higher. The marker uses the midpoint of equal values.
Standard36.7th percentile (tie midpoint) / average -0.8mm
Stack height (heel/forefoot)
38 / 32mm
Of 694 known values: 460 lower, 39 equal, 195 higher. The marker uses the midpoint of equal values.
higherUpper 33.7%, including ties / average +3.3mm
Carbon plate
No
83% of 786 known models have no carbon plates
Midsole
INFINION
Outsole
Ndurance / rubber
Reference price
$169.99
US price
Weight measurement and plate details
Weight note
The exact New Balance US men's product page displays 261 g. This first-party value is preferred over Running Warehouse's 258 g listing.
Plate note
No plate is stated in New Balance Japan official launch material; specialist specs checked describe the shoe as a non-plated daily trainer.

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Changes from the previous model

A comparison with the registered values for New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14.

In the registered data, weight is 37g lighter at 261g.

These are differences between registered values, not a controlled comparison at the same size and measurement conditions. See the notes below the specs for weight conditions.

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Comparison: All data (865 shoes)

Position map

This shoeregistered average

Weight x stack height

registered average: 265g / 34.7mm (686 shoes)

The scatter plot includes only shoes with both weight and stack height registered.

Spec distributions

This shoeregistered average

Weight

This shoe 261g·registered average 267g (811 shoes)

97g375g

Drop

This shoe 6mm·registered average 6.8mm (815 shoes)

0mm13.8mm

Stack height

This shoe 38mm·registered average 34.7mm (694 shoes)

10.5mm58mm

Items with missing numeric values are excluded. Sample sizes and measurement conditions vary between models; this distribution is not a performance ranking.