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Franklin C45 Hybrid 14mm vs Franklin C45 Tempo 14mm
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin C45 Hybrid 14mm
Franklin C45 Tempo 14mm
Price
$229
$229.99
Swing Weight
104
100
Twist Weight
5.42
6.41
Weight
7.5 oz
7.8 oz
Core
14mm
14mm
Power
56.3 MPH
56.8 MPH
Pop
37 MPH
37.2 MPH
Spin
2204 RPM
2115 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 3
Gen 3
Balance
235mm
231mm
Franklin C45 Hybrid 14mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.3 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel, 88th percentile spin (2204 RPM) — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Solid pop at 37 MPH (80th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Outstanding spin at 2204 RPM — 88th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 104 is in the bottom 6% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Lightweight at 7.5 oz (bottom 1%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.42 (bottom 5%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Very light swing weight of 104 (bottom 6%) sacrifices power and plow-through
Best For
Doubles SpecialistsSpin-Heavy Players
Creator code: PBEFFECT
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Franklin C45 Tempo 14mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel — a all-court option in a wide body shape.
Pros
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2115 RPM (74th percentile)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 100 is in the bottom 2% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 100 (bottom 2%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
Best For
Doubles Specialists
Creator code: PBSTUDIO — 10% off
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