Source: [Pickleball Central](https://pickleballcentral.com) [Franklin](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/) # C45 Tempo 16mm Franklin Pickleball · C45 RR Score 76 out of 100, Good Good Updated on 2026-10-02 Version · 20 options C45 Tempo 16mm Change - [C45 Tempo 16mm7.7 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-tempo-16mm/) - [C45 Hybrid 14mm7.8 ozTenniszon](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-hybrid-14mm/) - [C45 Dynasty 14mm7.7 ozTenniszon](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-dynasty-14mm/) - [C45 Tempo 14mm7.7 ozTenniszon](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-tempo-14mm/) - [C45 Parris Todd 13.25mm7.8 ozTenniszon](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-parris-todd-13-25mm-2025/) - [C45 Hayden Patriquin 14mm7.7 ozTenniszon](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-hayden-patriquin-14mm-2025/) - [C45 Dynasty 16mm7.7 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-dynasty-16mm/) - [C45 Aurelius ALW 14mm7.8 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-aurelius-alw-14mm/) - [C45 Anna Leigh Waters Signature Aurelius 12.77mmNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-anna-leigh-waters-signature-aurelius-12-77mm/) - [C45 Anna Leigh Waters Signature Edition 12.7mm7.5 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-anna-leigh-waters-signature-edition-12-7mm/) - [C45 Hayden Patriquin 16mm7.8 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-hayden-patriquin-16mm-2025/) - [C45 Aurelius ALW 12.7mm7.4 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-aurelius-alw-12-7mm-2026/) - [C45 Aurelius ALW 16mm7.6 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-aurelius-alw-16mm-2026/) - [C45 the Fives 14mm Double Thermoformed7.8 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-the-fives-14mm-double-thermoformed-2025/) - [C45 Aurelius 12.7mmNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-aurelius-12-7mm/) - [C45 Aurelius 16mmNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-aurelius-16mm/) - [C45 Aurelius 14mmNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-aurelius-14mm/) - [C45 Aurelius Anna Leigh Waters7.8 ozNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-aurelius-anna-leigh-waters/) - [C45 Aurelius Carbon SeriesNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-aurelius-carbon-series/) - [C45 ALWNo price](https://racquetrank.com/ca/pickleball/franklin/c45-alw/) The C45 Tempo 16mm is the wide-shape version of Franklin's C45 line. It measures 15.7 x 7.9 inches, with a raw 45-degree T700 carbon face, a 16 mm PowerFlex core with a double-foam perimeter, and double-thermoformed construction. It weighs 7.7 oz on average, has a short 5.1-inch handle, a 4.3 grip, and a low swing weight of 98, which makes the paddle very agile in exchanges at the net. The 16 mm core gives control and stability on blocks and resets. We haven't found offers for this racquet yet. ## Offers We haven't found offers for this racquet yet. ## Price history Not enough price history yet. ## Strengths and watch-outs ## Pros - Low swing weight and very agile - Wide sweet spot of the traditional shape - Control and stability from the 16 mm core - High spin with 45-degree carbon ## Cons - Little reach because of the short shape - 5.1 in handle does not favor two hands - Less power from the back of the court - Ideal for: Doubles player who plays at the net and wants maximum agility with a wide face and control. - Levels: Intermediate, Advanced ## Specs | Face material | T700 carbon at 45 degrees | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | | Core | PowerFlex polymer | Medium confidence | | Core thickness | 16 mm | Medium confidence | | Edge protection | Yes | Medium confidence | | Thermoformed | Yesthermoformed twice | Medium confidence | | USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Medium confidence | | Weight | 7.7 oz7.5 to 7.9 oz | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | | Width | 7.9 in | Medium confidence | | Length | 15.7 in | Medium confidence | | Grip length | 5.1 in | Medium confidence | | Grip circumference | 4.3 in4 1/3 in | Medium confidence | | Shape | Standard | Medium confidence | ## How the RR Score was calculated RR Score 76 out of 100, Good | Criterion | Weight | Score | | --- | --- | --- | | Specs | 65% | 67 | | Approval from players | 35% | 65 | **The RR Score is not yet a precise figure.** It summarizes the data we have today (specs and reviews) and changes as more information comes in. A low score does not mean the racquet is bad and does not reflect its technical quality: often it is just missing data or reviews. The specs combine several sources and may have discrepancies: check the manufacturer's website and the store where you buy. ## Community 0 review(s) and comment(s) No reviews yet. Have you played with the C45 Tempo 16mm Franklin? 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