The loft of a standard pitching wedge typically ranges from 41 to 48 degrees, with most having 43 to 44 degrees of loft, depending on the play it is designed for. However, the degree of loft can vary based on the type of golf club. For example, game-improvement pitching wedges have lower lofts to help promote greater distance, while blade-style pitching wedges will have a higher loft to encourage higher ball flight on approach shots and a greater ability in controlling and stopping the ball. Its important to note that there is no industry standard regarding each clubs loft, so different manufacturers build their pitching wedges with different lofts.