Molten Handball Size 3 IHF Official Match Ball A5000 H3A5000-B

Molten H3A5000-B handball, official IHF ball, size 3, for competition

The Molten H3A5000-B is a size 3 competition handball designed for official matches and performance training indoors. It belongs to the A5000 series, Molten’s official IHF handball range, and carries IHF APPROVED PRO certification. This model is recommended for male players aged over 16, subject to the applicable competition regulations.

Softer surface and improved grip

The premium synthetic leather cover, Premium Composite Leather, provides a soft feel and a high level of grip. Compared with the existing Molten products used as a reference, the softer, grippier cover makes the ball easier to hold with the fingers and increases the contact area between the hand and the ball.

These characteristics support ball control during catches, passes and shots. The cover’s sweat-absorbing properties help maintain grip during intensive play.

Hand-stitched construction and cushioning

The 32 hand-stitched panels create a construction suitable for intensive use. The soft supporting layer, “Soft substructure”, cushions the impact when catching the ball and contributes to consistent rebound.

An elastic textile inner layer supports dimensional stability, while the high-density latex bladder provides elasticity. Regular pressure checks help maintain the ball’s playing characteristics.

Materials and printing with a reduced environmental footprint

For the A5000 series, Molten has replaced some synthetic materials with natural materials and reduced the amount of ink used in printing. According to the manufacturer, these changes have reduced CO₂ emissions by 15% compared with the existing Molten products used as a reference.

Designed for competitive handball

The Molten H3A5000-B succeeds the H3X5001-BW model. Its predominantly blue design features graphic elements inspired by Molten’s brand identity.

The grippy surface, soft supporting layer and hand-stitched construction make this model suitable for clubs, teams and players looking to use a competition handball for both matches and regular training.

Benefits

• IHF APPROVED PRO certification for competitive handball.

• Part of the A5000 series, Molten’s official IHF handball range.

• Premium synthetic leather with a softer feel and improved grip compared with the Molten products used as a reference.

• Increased contact area with the hand for easier gripping and ball control.

• Sweat-absorbing properties that help maintain grip during play.

• Soft supporting layer for impact cushioning and consistent rebound.

• Construction featuring 32 hand-stitched panels, suitable for intensive use.

• Elastic textile inner layer for dimensional stability.

• High-density latex bladder for elasticity.

• Partial replacement of synthetic materials with natural materials.

• Reduced amount of ink used in printing.

• A 15% reduction in CO₂ emissions, according to Molten’s comparison with its existing reference products.

• Size 3, recommended for male players aged over 16.

Use

The Molten H3A5000-B is recommended for official matches, competition preparation and performance training in sports halls. It can be used for passing, catching, dribbling and shooting drills.

This model is intended for handball played with resin. Resin use must comply with the rules of the venue and competition. Cleaning products must be compatible with the ball’s cover material.

Size 3 is intended for male players aged over 16. Select the ball size according to the age category and applicable competition regulations.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Molten.

• Model: H3A5000-B.

• Series: A5000.

• Product type: competition handball.

• Level: competition and performance training.

• Certification: IHF APPROVED PRO.

• Status: model from Molten’s official IHF handball range.

• Size: 3.

• Recommended category: male players aged over 16.

• Cover material: premium synthetic leather, Premium Composite Leather.

• Surface: soft, with a high level of grip.

• Construction: 32 hand-stitched panels.

• Supporting layer: “Soft substructure”, for cushioning and rebound.

• Inner layer: elastic textile.

• Bladder: high-density latex.

• Predominant colour: blue.

• Playing environment: indoor.

• Resin use: yes, subject to venue and competition rules.

• Inflation pressure: 0.3–0.5 bar; follow the marking on the ball.

• Circumference: 58–60 cm.

• Approximate diameter: 18.5–19.1 cm, calculated from the circumference.

• Weight: 425–475 g.

• Previous model: H3X5001-BW.

• Material changes: partial replacement of synthetic materials with natural materials.

• Printing: reduced ink usage.

• Manufacturer-declared reduction in CO₂ emissions: 15%, compared with existing Molten products used as a reference.

• Product code: H3A5000-B.