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Franklin C45 Tempo 16mm pickleball paddle

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Franklin

C45 Tempo 16mm Franklin

Pickleball· C45

GoodUpdated on 10/02/2026
Version · 20 optionsC45 Tempo 16mmChange

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.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
7.7 oz
Core thickness
16 mm
Face material
T700 carbon at 45 degrees
Core
PowerFlex polymer
Width
7.9 in
Length
15.7 in

LevelsIntermediate, Advanced

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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

Construction
Face materialT700 carbon at 45 degreesMedium confidence
CorePowerFlex polymerMedium confidence
Core thickness16 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionYesMedium confidence
ThermoformedYesthermoformed twiceMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedYesMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight7.7 oz7.5 to 7.9 ozMedium confidence
Width7.9 inMedium confidence
Length15.7 inMedium confidence
Grip length5.1 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4.3 in4 1/3 inMedium confidence
ShapeStandardMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%67
Approval from players35%65

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