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Franklin C45 Hybrid 14mm vs Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 14.3mm
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Franklin C45 Hybrid 14mm
Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 14.3mm
Price
$229
$250
Swing Weight
104
115
Twist Weight
5.42
6.72
Weight
7.5 oz
7.9 oz
Core
14mm
14.3mm
Power
56.3 MPH
—
Pop
37 MPH
—
Spin
2204 RPM
2078 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
Hybrid
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 3
Gen 1
Balance
235mm
242mm
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
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Paddletek Bantam GTO-C 14.3mm
A well-rounded paddle with balanced characteristics across all specs.
Pros
Cons
Creator code: PBSTUDIO — 10% off
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