The Franklin C45° is Franklin’s top-flight performance paddle, trusted by some of the best pros on tour. Built with a double-thermoformed unibody construction and a 45-degree T700 carbon fiber face, the C45° delivers solid, confident power, excellent spin, and an ultra-lightweight feel that shines in fast hand battles at the net.

Across the lineup, players first choose a shape and then a thickness :

• Choose your shape for reach, weight, power, and forgiveness.

• Choose your thickness for control vs. pop.

  • 16mm → more control, softer feel, larger sweet spot

  • 14mm → quicker response, a bit more pop—especially on volleys

How to Choose Your Shape

Dynasty (Elongated)

Best for players who want maximum reach and power on drives. The elongated profile boosts leverage and pop, but it’s slightly slower in the hands and has a smaller sweet spot compared to wider shapes.

Tempo (Widebody)

Ideal for players prioritizing control, forgiveness, and speed at the net. The wider face creates a larger sweet spot, higher twist weight, and quicker maneuverability for resets and hand battles.

Hybrid

A true middle ground. The hybrid blends some of the reach and power of the elongated shape with some of the forgiveness and control of the widebody, making it a versatile, all-court option. (Hybrid is available only in 14mm.)

Thickness Guide

• 16mm: Softer feel, more dwell time, larger sweet spot, better control on drops and resets.

• 14mm: Faster off the face, more pop on volleys and counters, livelier response.