- AMForce 3 

First Impressions
Released in September 1997, the AMF AMForce 3 is considered the "skid/snap" monster within the original AMForce series. Visually, the ball stands out with its Indigo Pearl color scheme and a striking lime green logo. Inside works a modified version of the VersaCore core, which in this model carries the highest RG in the series, paired with a medium-high differential. These core specs are designed to keep the ball in rotation as long as possible (length) before it reacts. The cover is the VersaCover II Reactive coverstock, finished at the factory with an "800-grit matte polish." This finish isn't mirror smooth but has a silky sheen that provides enough traction not to slide through the oil, while staying clean enough to get through the heads.
Comparison
Compared directly to the AMF AMForce 2, the differing philosophies within the series become clear: where the AMForce 2 (solid/sanded) rolls earlier and produces a ponderous, arcing motion ("heavy roll"), the AMForce 3 skids considerably farther down the lane. It stores its energy almost entirely for the last third and then reacts to the dry boards with a much sharper, hockey-stick-like move. Set against the then market-leading Brunswick Danger Zone, the AMForce 3 acts less as a benchmark ball and more as a specialist for later reaction. The Danger Zone is rounder and more predictable; the AMForce 3 is more aggressive in its angle at the breakpoint.
On the Lanes
The AMF AMForce 3 is the ideal weapon for conditions often described as "difficult": burned-up heads combined with carrydown in the backend. Its high RG lets it sail across the worn front boards without burning up early. At the same time, the aggressive VersaCover II cover ensures the ball still finds enough traction despite the carrydown in the back end to turn hard into the pocket. It works excellently if you want to open up your ball path, or if you struggle on worn lanes to get the ball through the heads but still need a strong hook in the backend.