RPM Pickleball Friction Pro V2 16mm Widebody
Specifications
| Polypropylene honeycomb | |
| Core thickness | 16 mm |
| Shape | WidebodyFrom the model name |
| Outline (per USA Pickleball) | Square with round corners |
| Face material | Carbon fiber |
| Surface finish | Epoxy Resin |
| Cell size | Not listed |
| MD number | Not listed |
| 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 16 mm core is the most common choice for control. The extra depth absorbs more impact, which tends to make dinks and resets easier to keep low, with a little less pop.
- 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.
- Shape
- A widebody shape maximizes face width for the largest sweet spot, giving up some reach.
- 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
- 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 RPM Pickleball
All RPM Pickleball paddles| Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel 1 14mm Elongated | Foam | 14 mm | Elongated | Other | Oct 5, 2026 | |
| Diesel 1 16mm Elongated | Foam | 16 mm | Elongated | Other | Oct 5, 2026 | |
| Friction Pro V2 14mm Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Jun 10, 2026 | |
| Alt 1 | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Not listed | Carbon fiber | Jun 9, 2026 | |
| Friction Pro V2 14mm Hybrid | Polypropylene honeycomb | 14 mm | Hybrid | Carbon fiber | Jun 9, 2026 | |
| Friction Pro V2 16mm Hybrid | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Hybrid | Carbon fiber | Jun 9, 2026 | |
| Jade 16mm Elongated | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Elongated | Carbon fiber | Apr 23, 2026 | |
| Q2 Hybrid 16mm | Foam | 16 mm | Hybrid | Carbon fiber | Apr 20, 2026 |
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Elongated
- Face:
- Other
- Approved:
- Oct 5, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Elongated
- Face:
- Other
- Approved:
- Oct 5, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jun 10, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Not listed
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jun 9, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 14 mm
- Shape:
- Hybrid
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jun 9, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Hybrid
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Jun 9, 2026
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Elongated
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Apr 23, 2026
- Core:
- Foam
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Hybrid
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Apr 20, 2026
Same construction, other brands
Polypropylene honeycomb core, 16 mm, widebody shape.
| Brand | Model | Core | Thickness | Shape | Face | Approved | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engage Pickleball | Pursuit Pro2 Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Aug 27, 2026 | |
| Beyond Measure Pickleball Company | RONIN WIDEBODY | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Dec 20, 2025 | |
| SLK By Selkirk | Prime 2.0 Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Fiberglass | Sep 9, 2025 | |
| Friday | FRIDAY-LABS-102W-B | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Carbon fiber | Aug 26, 2025 | |
| Ronbus | R2 Pulsar FX | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Raw carbon | Apr 1, 2024 | |
| Ronbus | R2 Nova | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Raw carbon | Mar 10, 2024 | |
| Rokne | Republic 3.16 Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Raw carbon | Feb 7, 2024 | |
| Rokne | Republic 1.16 Widebody | Polypropylene honeycomb | 16 mm | Widebody | Fiberglass | Dec 22, 2023 |
Engage Pickleball
Pursuit Pro2 Widebody- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Aug 27, 2026
Beyond Measure Pickleball Company
RONIN WIDEBODY- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Dec 20, 2025
SLK By Selkirk
Prime 2.0 Widebody- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Fiberglass
- Approved:
- Sep 9, 2025
Friday
FRIDAY-LABS-102W-B- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Carbon fiber
- Approved:
- Aug 26, 2025
Ronbus
R2 Pulsar FX- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Apr 1, 2024
Ronbus
R2 Nova- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Mar 10, 2024
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Raw carbon
- Approved:
- Feb 7, 2024
- Core:
- Polypropylene honeycomb
- Thickness:
- 16 mm
- Shape:
- Widebody
- Face:
- Fiberglass
- Approved:
- Dec 22, 2023
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