Franklin Sports C45 14MM
Specifications
| Polypropylene honeycombListed as "Polypropylene" | |
| Core thickness | 14 mm |
| Shape | Not listed |
| Outline (per USA Pickleball) | Rectangle with round corners |
| Face material | Carbon fiber |
| Surface finish | Carbon Fiber |
| Cell size | Not listed |
| MD number | 59220 |
| Weight | Not listed |
| Not listed | |
| Not listed | |
| Length | Not listed |
| Width | Not listed |
| Handle length | Not listed |
| Grip circumference | Not listed |
| MSRP (manufacturer list price) | Not listed |
| Release year | Not listed |
| Manufacturer page | Not listed |
Source: USA Pickleball Approved Equipment List. Specs not on the official list show as "Not listed" until we verify them.
Weights, dimensions and MSRP come from manufacturer or retailer pages, are checked by an editor before they appear, and link to their source. MSRP is the list price on the date shown, not a live price.
What these specs mean
- Core thickness
- A mid-thickness core (about 14 to 15 mm) sits between the two common builds: a bit more pop than 16 mm, a bit more cushion than 13 mm.
- Core material
- Polypropylene honeycomb is the most widely used core. The plastic cells absorb impact, giving a quiet, soft and forgiving feel that suits control and touch.
- Face
- Carbon fiber faces are stiff and light, generally favoring control and a consistent response.
These are typical tendencies of each construction. Weight, balance, surface treatment and each brand's specific materials also change how a paddle plays.
Pro tour legality (UPA-A)
Amateur and USA Pickleball–sanctioned events accept paddles on the USA Pickleball list. PPA Tour and MLP pro events require UPA-A certification.
- UPA-A
- Certified
- Listed as
- C45 Hybrid · Model # 59220
- UPA-A added
- Sep 11, 2025
UPA-A approved paddle list ·Decertified and delisted paddles
Where to buy
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More from Franklin Sports
All Franklin Sports paddles| Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove | Other | 9 mm | Not listed | Other | Oct 13, 2026 | |
| Raw Control RC1 16MM | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Aug 7, 2026 | |
| Raw Power RP1 16MM | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Aug 7, 2026 | |
| Gem Carbon | Polypropylene honeycomb | 10 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Jul 23, 2026 | |
| C45 Aurelius 14MM | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Mar 5, 2026 | |
| C45 Aurelius 16MM | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Mar 5, 2026 | |
| C45 Aurelius 12.7MM | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Mar 5, 2026 | |
| C45 Dynasty Megan Fudge 14MM | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Feb 10, 2026 |
- Core:
- Other
- Thickness:
- 9 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Other
- Approved:
- Oct 13, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Aug 7, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Aug 7, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 10 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jul 23, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Mar 5, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Mar 5, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Mar 5, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Feb 10, 2026
Same construction, other brands
Polypropylene honeycomb core, 14 mm.
| Brand | Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onix Sports | Aeris | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Not listed | Fiberglass | Oct 30, 2026 | |
| Monarch Pickleball (Dick’s Sporting Goods) | Dragon Slayer Carbon | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Not listed | Graphite | Oct 19, 2026 | |
| PRO-SPIN | Boost GFS 14MM | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Not listed | Hybrid blend | Oct 15, 2026 | |
| Ramsports | Typhoon Widebody 14mm | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Widebody | Raw carbon | Jul 21, 2026 | |
| Engage Pickleball | Axiom Elongated 14mm | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Elongated | Carbon fiber | Jul 7, 2026 | |
| Drop Shot Sports | CANYON CONTROL 2.0 PK | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Jul 2, 2026 | |
| KUMPOO | StarRay | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Jun 26, 2026 | |
| RPM Pickleball | Friction Pro V2 14mm Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Jun 10, 2026 |
Onix Sports
Aeris- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Fiberglass
- Approved:
- Oct 30, 2026
Monarch Pickleball (Dick’s Sporting Goods)
Dragon Slayer Carbon- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Graphite
- Approved:
- Oct 19, 2026
PRO-SPIN
Boost GFS 14MM- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Hybrid blend
- Approved:
- Oct 15, 2026
Ramsports
Typhoon Widebody 14mm- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Jul 21, 2026
Engage Pickleball
Axiom Elongated 14mm- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Elongated
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jul 7, 2026
Drop Shot Sports
CANYON CONTROL 2.0 PK- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jul 2, 2026
KUMPOO
StarRay- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jun 26, 2026
RPM Pickleball
Friction Pro V2 14mm Widebody- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jun 10, 2026
Learn more
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