Irons are used for shorter shots than woods, especially including shots approaching the greens. Irons typically range from 36 to 40 inches (90-100 cm) in length. Iron heads are typically solid with a flat clubface. The typical lofts for irons range from 16 to 45 degrees. "Long" and intermediate irons (i.e. those with a lower loft) are usually played from fairway or other easy ground. These irons are typically a 1 iron up to a 5 iron. "Short" irons (with a higher loft) are played from difficult ground and especially for approach shots to the green. These irons are 5 irons to the very short and high loft 9 iron.
