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Franklin

C45 Tempo 16mm

Widebody16mmGen-3Thermoformed

The Franklin C45 Tempo 16mm is a 16 mm widebody pickleball paddle with a thermoformed, T700 Carbon Fiber face. It generates above-average spin (59th percentile) with below-average power and above-average pop. It has a light, maneuverable swing weight built for quick hands at the net, with around-average twist weight and forgiveness. Overall it's a versatile all-court profile.

$229.99
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Performance

Spin2157 rpm(59)
Power (serve mph)58.9(36)
Pop (volley mph)38.1(60)
Swing weight102.9(3)
Twist weight6.4(51)
Balance point23.2 cm(9)

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Full specs

Shape
Widebody
Core thickness
16 mm
Build
Gen-3
Process
Thermoformed
Surface texture
Peel Ply-Coarse
Surface layup
T700 Carbon Fiber
Core type
Honeycomb polypropylene + foam
Length
15.83 in
Width
7.83 in
Handle length
5.00 in
Static weight
7.7 oz
Swing weight
102.9
Twist weight
6.39
Balance point
23.2 cm
Spin
2,157 rpm (Good)
Firepower
57/100
Grip size
—
Year released
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Certification
Dual certified - USAP and UPA-A
Warranty
1 year