New Balance / Fresh Foam X 1540

Fresh Foam X 1540 v4 Made in USA

Stability2024-12 · US · Retail launchChecked 2026-10-29

Fresh Foam X 1540 v4 Made in USA is a support-focused shoe for daily running and walking. It moves from the v3's SL-2 last to a straighter SL-4 shape, pairing Fresh Foam X cushioning with ROLLBAR rearfoot support and a lightweight solid-rubber outsole. An engineered-knit upper, two removable inserts and standard through extra-wide options provide several ways to adjust the fit.

Key specifications

Weight
-
All models average 268.9 gDifference from average -
Average of 973 models
Drop
4 mm
All models average 6.8 mmDifference from average −2.8 mm
Average of 986 models
Stack (heel)
-
All models average 34.3 mmDifference from average -
Average of 810 models
MSRP
$199.99 USD · US · Tax excluded
All models average $165.57Difference from average +34.42 USD
Average of 680 models
This modelAll models average
Stack (forefoot)
-
Carbon plate
Unknown
Midsole
Fresh Foam X
Outsole
Ndurance / solid rubber
Use cases
Daily / Stability / Walking

Weight notes A retailer lists 12.8 oz at men’s size 9.

Plate notes The material of the ROLLBAR structure is unconfirmed.

IN CONTEXT

Specs in context

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Weight distribution973 models

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95 g385 g
This model -All models average 268.9 gDifference from average -
Drop distribution986 models

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0 mm12 mm
This model 4 mmAll models average 6.8 mmDifference from average −2.8 mm
Stack distribution810 models

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5 mm60 mm
This model -All models average 34.3 mmDifference from average -
MSRP distribution · USD · US · Tax excluded680 models

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$50.00$500.00
This model $199.99All models average $165.57Difference from average +$34.42

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BY REGION

Release dates & MSRP

Regional releases

US
2024-12Retail launchChecked 2026-10-01

Regional MSRP

US
$199.99 USDTax excluded · 2026-10-01
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2026-10-03