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Kona Gladiator Steel 3K 2026 beach tennis racket

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Gladiator Steel 3K 2026 Kona

Beach Tennis· Gladiator

GoodUpdated on 2026-10-03
Version · 4 optionsGladiator Steel 3K 2026Change

Model from the Gladiator line, the same one used by Brazilian André Baran, aimed at those who seek power with stability. It has a 3K carbon face, a Soft Black EVA core, 22 mm, 50 cm, 315 to 325 g and a balance of 25 to 26.5 cm. The exclusive Kona heart improves aerodynamic stability and directional control, and the factory treatment ensures a uniform finish. It has an NFC chip to validate authenticity. It suits an aggressive but technically consistent game.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
320 g
Face material
3K carbon
Thickness
22 mm
Length
50 cm
Balance point
Even balance
Core
Soft Black EVA

LevelsIntermediate, Advanced

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Soft Black EVA core usually makes the impact more comfortable
  • Exclusive Kona heart for stability and directional control, according to the brand
  • Factory-treated surface tends to make spin easier
  • NFC chip to validate authenticity

Cons

  • 22 mm profile tends to be less maneuverable than thinner profiles
  • 3K carbon is usually less stiff than weaves such as 12K
  • Not well suited to those who are just starting out
Ideal for
Intermediate to advanced player with an aggressive style who wants stability.
Levels
Intermediate, Advanced

Specs

Dimensions
Weight320 g315 a 325 gMedium confidence
Length50 cmMedium confidence
Thickness22 mmMedium confidence
Balance pointEven balance25 a 26,5 cmMedium confidence
Construction
Face material3K carbonMedium confidence
CoreSoft Black EVAMedium confidence
EVA typeSoftMedium confidence
HolesNo dataMedium confidence
TextureRoughfactory treatmentMedium confidence
Profile
LevelIntermediate, AdvancedMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%64
Approval from players35%65

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