Louisville Slugger-THE BLUE FLAME ULTIMATE PITCHING MACHINE Mechanical pitcher - no batteries or electricity needed. Portable and lightweight - 25 lbs. Throws regular baseballs and softballs from 19 to 45 miles per hour. Throws lightweight baseballs and softballs up to 60 miles per hour. Perfect for throwing accurate pitches, infield drills, and outfield drills. Great for all ages.