Paddletek Bantam TKO-CX 12.7mm
Specifications
| Polypropylene honeycombListed as "Polymer Honeycomb" | |
| Core thickness | 12.7 mmListed as "12.7" |
| Shape | Not listed |
| Outline (per USA Pickleball) | Rectangle with round corners |
| Face material | Hybrid blendListed as "Glass Epoxy Carbon Fiber Blend" |
| Surface finish | Carbon Fiber |
| Cell size | 9-11mm |
| MD number | BTKOCX-12 |
| 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
- Thinner cores (about 13 mm and under) typically feel firmer and send the ball off the face faster: more power and a crisper feel, with less touch on soft shots.
- 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
- This face blends materials, for example carbon with fiberglass or Kevlar, to balance feel, power and durability.
- Combination
- A thin honeycomb core is a classic power build: firm and fast off the face, with less dwell time for touch shots.
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
- Not on the UPA-A list
We only link a UPA-A entry when brand, model and core thickness clearly match; uncertain pairs wait for review. If you think this paddle is on the UPA-A list, check the source below.
UPA-A approved paddle list ·Decertified and delisted paddles
Where to buy
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More from Paddletek
All Paddletek paddles| Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Firestorm 16mm | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Oct 15, 2026 | |
| Phoenix Talon 16mm | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Aug 18, 2026 | |
| Honeyfoam ESQ 16 | Foam | 16 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | May 20, 2026 | |
| EXL-C 14.3 | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14.3 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Apr 17, 2026 | |
| EXL-C 12.7 | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Apr 17, 2026 | |
| Talon | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Mar 17, 2026 | |
| Honeyfoam TKO-X 16MM | Foam | 16 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Mar 3, 2026 | |
| Honey Foam Reserve 14MM | Foam | 14 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Jan 21, 2026 |
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Oct 15, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Aug 18, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- May 20, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14.3 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Apr 17, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Apr 17, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Mar 17, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Mar 3, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jan 21, 2026
Same construction, other brands
Polypropylene honeycomb core, 12.7 mm.
| Brand | Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson | Seismic Power | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Not listed | Hybrid blend | Jun 9, 2026 | |
| Franklin Sports | C45 Aurelius 12.7MM | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Mar 5, 2026 | |
| Forge + Bond | Runout Elongated | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Elongated | Raw carbon | Oct 15, 2025 | |
| Engage Pickleball | Pursuit Pro1 Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Jan 24, 2025 | |
| Engage Pickleball | Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Hybrid | Carbon fiber | Jan 24, 2025 | |
| Enhance Pickleball | Banger | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Dec 6, 2024 | |
| Engage Pickleball | Encore Pro V2.0 12.7 mm | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Not listed | Fiberglass | Oct 30, 2024 | |
| ProXR Pickleball | XR25-XXI | Polypropylene honeycomb | 12.7 mm | Not listed | Raw carbon | Sep 26, 2024 |
Wilson
Seismic Power- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Hybrid blend
- Approved:
- Jun 9, 2026
Franklin Sports
C45 Aurelius 12.7MM- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Mar 5, 2026
Forge + Bond
Runout Elongated- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Elongated
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Oct 15, 2025
Engage Pickleball
Pursuit Pro1 Widebody- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jan 24, 2025
Engage Pickleball
Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Hybrid
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jan 24, 2025
Enhance Pickleball
Banger- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Dec 6, 2024
Engage Pickleball
Encore Pro V2.0 12.7 mm- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Fiberglass
- Approved:
- Oct 30, 2024
ProXR Pickleball
XR25-XXI- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 12.7 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Sep 26, 2024
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