Body Helix X3 Pro vs Ronbus Pulsar R3 16mm

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Specs Comparison

Spec

Body Helix X3 Pro

Ronbus Pulsar R3 16mm

Price

$180

Swing Weight

132

125

Twist Weight

6.65

6.47

Weight

8.7 oz

8.3 oz

Core

18mm

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Power

54.7 MPH

56.3 MPH

Pop

34.2 MPH

35.6 MPH

Spin

1949 RPM

1970 RPM

Shape

Elongated

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Face

Carbon

Composite

Build

Gen 2

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Balance

246mm

238mm

Body Helix X3 Pro

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.7 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a elongated shape.

Pros

+Heavy swing weight of 132 (top 1%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
+Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
+Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

−Below-average power at 54.7 MPH (12th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
−Lower pop at 34.2 MPH (bottom 3%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
−Very high swing weight of 132 (top 1%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
−Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot

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Ronbus Pulsar R3 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.3 MPH power — a versatile option.

Pros

+Heavy swing weight of 125 (top 5%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives

Cons

−Very high swing weight of 125 (top 5%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
−On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (88th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

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Tennis Converts

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