2018 Tecnifibre T-Fight XTC Rackets

[Irvin]

I picked up a few of the new T-Fight tennis rackets yesterday. I’ll post the spec first and take some pictures shortly. I strung all rackets with Black Code 4S 18 gauge and installed a Pro Contact overwraps.

T-Fight 315 XTC

Weight 336.2 g
Balance 31.4 cm
Swing weight 315.3 at 10 cm
MgR/I 21.00

TiFight 320 XTC

Weight 346.3 g
Balance 31.6 cm
Swing weight 329.8 at 10 cm
MgR/I 20.87

TiFight 315 Limited 16M XTC

Weight 339.4 g
Balance 31.8 cm
Swing weight 313.7 at 10 cm
MgR/I 21.35

TiFight 315 Limited 18M XTC

Weight 341.0 g
Balance 31.7 cm
Swing weight 315.6 at 10 cm
MgR/I 21.30

I hit with all of the rackets today and they were all similar. All were solid feeling rackets and I thought all but the 320 needed a little more mass in the head. I’ll probably play around with the specs some but I want to hit with them more before I do that.

 

[Irvin]

Tecnifibre 315 XTC

 

[haqq777]

I was wondering about the XTC. They look good (had to search what PJ Medvedev was using as it caught my attention). Staying very under the radar it seems. Did you try the 305 version with 18x19 pattern?

 

[Irvin]

I was wondering about the XTC. They look good (had to search what PJ Medvedev was using as it caught my attention). Staying very under the radar it seems. Did you try the 305 version with 18x19 pattern?

No so far just the four I mentioned. I like a racket in the 340s range and I thought the 305 would need a lot of mass. The 320 is the same racket just 15 grams heavier. Trust me the pictures I took which I'm have trouble loading do not do the rackets justice. I may have to retake them with a camera and see if they come out better and that will be a while.

Generall I do not like 18 main rackets or poly string but I've been hitting with my 320 DC with poly and I'm really liking it so I thought I would try a couple more. the 305 and 320 are very similar rackets except for weight just like the 300 and 315.

 

[haqq777]

No so far just the four I mentioned. I like a racket in the 340s range and I thought the 305 would need a lot of mass. The 320 is the same racket just 15 grams heavier. Trust me the pictures I took which I'm have trouble loading do not do the rackets justice. I may have to retake them with a camera and see if they come out better and that will be a while.

Generall I do not like 18 main rackets or poly string but I've been hitting with my 320 DC with poly and I'm really liking it so I thought I would try a couple more. the 305 and 320 are very similar rackets except for weight just like the 300 and 315.

Cool, thanks for the info. Will have to try the XTC line!

 

[jayserinos99]

No so far just the four I mentioned. I like a racket in the 340s range and I thought the 305 would need a lot of mass. The 320 is the same racket just 15 grams heavier. Trust me the pictures I took which I'm have trouble loading do not do the rackets justice. I may have to retake them with a camera and see if they come out better and that will be a while.

Generall I do not like 18 main rackets or poly string but I've been hitting with my 320 DC with poly and I'm really liking it so I thought I would try a couple more. the 305 and 320 are very similar rackets except for weight just like the 300 and 315.

Hi Irvin, I really liked the 320 DC and am very interested in the 320 XTC; can you tell the main differences between the 2?

 

[Irvin]

Hi Irvin, I really liked the 320 DC and am very interested in the 320 XTC; can you tell the main differences between the 2?

They’re pretty close. I’ll try to hit and compare the two in the morning. I did think the grips seemed a little more rectangular but when I measured them with a micrometer I think it’s in my head.

 

[Irvin]

Hi Irvin, I really liked the 320 DC and am very interested in the 320 XTC; can you tell the main differences between the 2?

Tried them both this morning and the XTC version seemed to be more powerful and felt more solid. Hard to tell a big difference between the two and it could be the strings. The DC was strung with Gamma ZO Verve 17 and the XTC was strung with Black Code 4S both at the same tension, and both had Tecnifibre Pro Contact overwraps. Here are the specs of the two rackets.

Rackets 320 XTC / DC

Weight 346.3 / 344.7
Balance 31.6 / 31.4
Swing Weight 329.8 / 320.7
MgR/I 20.87 / 21.11

EDIT: With just ~3 grams of lead I could easily match the weight, balance, SW, and MgR/I of both rackets. But I would not do that unless I was going to restring them both and have the same strings in each one.

 

[danbrenner]

Nicest paint job available.
Really gorgeous frames.
They make great frames.
Very underrated.

 

[sredna42]

Irvin, what is the new 315ltd like compared to the original and the DC versions?

Have tecnifibre done anything different with it or is it just a new cosmetic on the same frame?

 

[Irvin]

Irvin, what is the new 315ltd like compared to the original and the DC versions?

Have tecnifibre done anything different with it or is it just a new cosmetic on the same frame?

It is the same frame (as I understand it) with a new paint job. When I take more pictures I take pictures of them side by side.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

It is the same frame (as I understand it) with a new paint job. When I take more pictures I take pictures of them side by side.

Looking forward to seeing more pics and hearing more of your impressions. I think the XTCs look very nice.

 

[Irvin]

Tecnifibre TFight 320 XTC

 

[Irvin]

Tecnifibre TFight 315 XTC

 

[Irvin]

Tecnifibre TFight 315 LTD XTC 18M

 

[Irvin]

Tecnifibre TFight 315 LTD XTC 16M

 

[Irvin]

Tecnifibre TFight 315 LTD 16M Comparison

Tecnifibre TFight 315 Comparison

Tecnifibre TFight 315 Comparison

 

[Irvin]

I've been hitting with these three racket the last three days. I usually play with 16 main frames but I'm liking the 18 main frames a lot. Seems like it takes a little more concentration to pick up either of the 16 main frames and keep the ball in the court and the 18 main frames seem a lot more solid to me.

 

[gutfeeling]

Great pics, thanks! I have my eye on the 305 because it seems to be 2-3 RA more flexible than the 300, 315, and 320. The 315 (non-limited) has a nice low balance point but it is RA 68. How does it feel and hit?

 

[Irvin]

Great pics, thanks! I have my eye on the 305 because it seems to be 2-3 RA more flexible than the 300, 315, and 320. The 315 (non-limited) has a nice low balance point but it is RA 68. How does it feel and hit?

I like the 315 but I think it needs more plow through. If you hit the ball in the sweet spot it feels very good if you hit all over the face it is not too forgiving. I like the LTD 18M and the 320 better (both 18 mains.) I like the LTD rackets better and I’m sure they will be cheaper than the 315. Both of the LTD rackets have a tighter pattern than there counterparts (315 and 320.)

I’d think if you like 18M rackets you would be better off with the 305. I would not have guessed the 315 was 68 but it is noticeably stiffer than the 315 LTD 16M.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

I like the 315 but I think it needs more plow through. If you hit the ball in the sweet spot it feels very good if you hit all over the face it is not too forgiving. I like the LTD 18M and the 320 better (both 18 mains.) I like the LTD rackets better and I’m sure they will be cheaper than the 315. Both of the LTD rackets have a tighter pattern than there counterparts (315 and 320.)

I’d think if you like 18M rackets you would be better off with the 305. I would not have guessed the 315 was 68 but it is noticeably stiffer than the 315 LTD 16M.

The LTDs look awesome (they all do, but I'm interested in the LTDs). Do the XTCs feel the same as the DC LTDs to you? Do you know the RA of the XTC LTDs? Sorry about so many questions, but they look really nice.

I played with one of the coaches at a club nearby, and he had a hit with the PT630 and then with my 2013 T-Fight 315 Limited 18x20. Afterward, he said he preferred the Tec and that he found it much easier to play with. His shots had more depth and he moved me around the court much more than when he was using the PT630. My Tec is modified to the weight of the PT630. I'm not sure about the SW (it may even be higher), or the balance (which I tried to keep the same as standard). The coach found it more maneuverable and said it swung through easier.

These racquets are so good that I'm considering reducing the stockpile of my PT630s and RT630s, blasphemy I know, and increasing the stockpile of the Tecs. I too find that the 16M needs more concentration and care to make sure the ball doesn't fly (as does the coach), but the easier depth and higher launch angle do come in handy after a prolonged slog. I keep both in my bag (18M and 16M) and use them interchangeably. If on the day I'm dropping balls short, or hitting the net more than usual, I grab the 16M. On the other hand, if my balls are spraying a bit with the 16M, I grab the 18M and all is good.

 

[Irvin]

The LTDs look awesome (they all do, but I'm interested in the LTDs). Do the XTCs feel the same as the DC LTDs to you? Do you know the RA of the XTC LTDs? Sorry about so many questions, but they look really nice.

Not sure of the RA but they are feel the same as the LTD DCs to me. The XTC LTD 18M and the 320 reminds me a lot of the PT280s I used to play with.

 

[hlausic]

Last weekend I try new tfight 305 XTC, strung with the same string, same overgrip, same damper, balanced like my old 305 DC. Definitely better stick... Softer, more solid, better touch, for me better paintjob... Problem is Demo model with grip 2, because I used grip 4. But, I will order grip 3, because when I put new overgrip on grip 4, I think it's little too big. Last year I demo 305 DC with grip 3 and it was fine.

 

[Irvin]

I can play with a 4 3/8” grip but I prefer a 4 I do not like a 4 2/8”. I had one on my LTD DC and took it off and put a TK82 4 on it.

 

[gutfeeling]

Are the new 300, 305, and 315 XTCs foam filled?

 

[Irvin]

Are the new 300, 305, and 315 XTCs foam filled?

I know all three 315s and the 320 XTCs are foam filled and I assume all the others are.

 

[tpro2000]

what's the biggest difference between the 315 XTC LTD and the regular 315 XTC?? From the specs you posted it didn't seem like much - very marginal number differences

 

[Tordne]

I really wish they had trap door buttcaps.

 

[buzz]

I really wish they had trap door buttcaps.

I don't know what this means and it seems like a very risky google.

 

[Tordne]

I don't know what this means and it seems like a very risky google.

LOL. Means you can open up the end of the racket to add weight. Makes customisation much simpler.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

what's the biggest difference between the 315 XTC LTD and the regular 315 XTC?? From the specs you posted it didn't seem like much - very marginal number differences

Different mold, different thickness of the frame, different RA, different string pattern. So completely different racquets.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

I really wish they had trap door buttcaps.

If you're interested in the LTDs, then since they use Head pallets (TK82S - I think), you can change them and replace them with Head butt caps that have a trap door. I'm not sure if the other T-Fight models use Head pallets, but @Irvin could tell you.

 

[tpro2000]

Different mold, different thickness of the frame, different RA, different string pattern. So completely different racquets.

Can you be more specific? I know the specs on the reg 315 xtc but not the Ltd. Or should I look at the DC LTd and they'd be the same as 315 xtc Ltd. (talking about the 16m versions)

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

Can you be more specific? I know the specs on the reg 315 xtc but not the Ltd. Or should I look at the DC LTd and they'd be the same as 315 xtc ltd

Yes, if you look at the specs of the DC 315 LTD you'll see the difference. Also, have a look at the beautiful photos provided by @Irvin. You can clearly see a difference in the shape of the throat and the head of the racquet. The normal 315 XTC is more curved and thicker, the throat is shaped differently. The 315 XTC LTD is more square and flat (like a Head Pro Tour 630 - which it is a copy of), thinner beam, lower RA (in the DC LTD it was 62, in the previous 2013 model it was 59 RA for the 16x19 and 61 RA for the 18x20), and is actually a Pro Stock racquet as it should have a code on the pin (under the grip pallets). In the 2013 model, it was PT965A, the previous DC LTD model it was PT965D, and therefore the current one will be a PT965(?).

The 315 XTC LTD is available in two string patterns, 16x19 and 18x20, but from what @Irvin was saying (at least as I understood it), the LTDs might have a tighter pattern. So both could be 16x19 but one a tighter 16x19 (the XTC LTD), and the normal 315 XTC a looser 16x19.

The two models are quite different.

 

[tpro2000]

Yes, if you look at the specs of the DC 315 LTD you'll see the difference. Also, have a look at the beautiful photos provided by @Irvin. You can clearly see a difference in the shape of the throat and the head of the racquet. The normal 315 XTC is more curved and thicker, the throat is shaped differently. The 315 XTC LTD is more square and flat (like a Head Pro Tour 630 - which it is a copy of), thinner beam, lower RA (in the DC LTD it was 62, in the previous 2013 model it was 59 RA for the 16x19 and 61 RA for the 18x20), and is actually a Pro Stock racquet as it should have a code on the pin (under the grip pallets). In the 2013 model, it was PT965A, the previous DC LTD model it was PT965D, and therefore the current one will be a PT965(?).

The two models are quite different.

Thanks! I used to have the tfight 320 up until the year they removed the 320 line (2014 or 2015?) for the one year before bringing it back but making it the 18x19 pattern. I ordered a 315 xtc at cost so am now wondering if I made a mistake lol

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

Thanks! I used to have the tfight 320 up until the year they removed the 320 line (2014 or 2015?) for the one year before bringing it back but making it the 18x19 pattern. I ordered a 315 xtc at cost so am now wondering if I made a mistake lol

Depends what you're after. If you want a lower RA racquet that will probably need to be customized with some weight in the hoop and handle (if you want to keep the balance the same), that plays like an old-school Pro Tour 630 or Prestige, then you're after the 315 XTC LTD. If you're looking for a racquet that is stiffer (68RA), that will provide a bit more power (in relation to the LTDs) due to the frame being thicker and stiffer, and only in 16x19 string pattern, then the normal 315 XTC is the racquet for you.

 

[tpro2000]

Depends what you're after. If you want a lower RA racquet that will probably need to be customized with some weight in the hoop and handle (if you want to keep the balance the same), that plays like an old-school Pro Tour 630 or Prestige, then you're after the 315 XTC LTD. If you're looking for a racquet that is stiffer (68RA), that will provide a bit more power (in relation to the LTDs) due to the frame being thicker and stiffer, and only in 16x19 string pattern, then the normal 315 XTC is the racquet for you.

OK, from what you're saying as of now I made the right choice. It seemed the most similar to my Tour 95 but I will be def adding some lead in a couple of places to make it even closer.

I have 4 that are on avg 342g strung, overgrip, dampner, 2.5g lead at 12.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

OK, from what you're saying as of now I made the right choice. It seemed the most similar to my Tour 95 but I will be def adding some lead in a couple of places to make it even closer.

I have 4 that are on avg 342g strung, overgrip, dampner, 2.5g lead at 12.

Your Prince Textreme Tour 95 has a low RA of 60... so that might be more similar to the 315 XTC LTD which will have an RA around 62 and be nice and flexy. The standard 315 XTC has an RA of 68 which will feel more like a Wilson Pro Staff RFA, or a Burn 95, or a Babolat Pure Aero in stiffness. Or probably closer to your Tec T-Fight 320s (as I think they were also 68RA).

 

[tpro2000]

Your Prince Textreme Tour 95 has a low RA of 60... so that might be more similar to the 315 XTC LTD which will have an RA around 62 and be nice and flexy. The standard 315 XTC has an RA of 68 which will feel more like a Wilson Pro Staff RFA, or a Burn 95, or a Babolat Pure Aero in stiffness. Or probably closer to your Tec T-Fight 320s (as I think they were also 68RA).

Ok, cool. I always loved my 320's, so that should be ok. Plus hopefully won't need to much customizing. I picked my 320 up the other day and could almost use that and the Prince interchangeably. Between the weight, balance it I didn't feel major differences from the specs I like between the two. I think the reg 315 should be fine.

 

[Irvin]

In the 2013 model, it was PT965A, the previous DC LTD model it was PT965D, and therefore the current one will be a PT965(?).

I’m not going to take my pallet of but I think the LTD XTC will be PT965D also. Same frame different paint.

The 315 XTC LTD is available in two string patterns, 16x19 and 18x20, but from what @Irvin was saying (at least as I understood it), the LTDs might have a tighter pattern

The outer mains and crosses on the LTD frames are closer together than the 315 XTC and 320 XTC. BUT the 320 is an 18 x 19. Still the LT
D have a tighter pattern.

 

[Tordne]

If you're interested in the LTDs, then since they use Head pallets (TK82S - I think), you can change them and replace them with Head butt caps that have a trap door. I'm not sure if the other T-Fight models use Head pallets, but @Irvin could tell you.

I have the two previous edition LTDs (one unstrung actually). If they were serious contenders for me I’d probably do the Head buttcap replacement. I think shape wise they have usually been the TK82 style (traditional Head shape).

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

I’m not going to take my pallet of but I think the LTD XTC will be PT965D also. Same frame different paint.
The outer mains and crosses on the LTD frames are closer together than the 315 XTC and 320 XTC. BUT the 320 is an 18 x 19. Still the LT
D have a tighter pattern.

Understood on both counts... I was just trying to let the other person know the differences between the 315 XTC and the 315 XTC LTD. You're probably right on the PT965 code, although eventually, someone here will give us the answer by looking.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

I have the two previous edition LTDs (one unstrung actually). If they were serious contenders for me I’d probably do the Head buttcap replacement. I think shape wise they have usually been the TK82 style (traditional Head shape).

Understood... what makes them NOT serious contenders?

 

[Tordne]

Understood... what makes them NOT serious contenders?

The DC 315 LTD (16x19) is the only one I’ve strung. It has an incredibly low SW so would take a lot of weight to get to my preferred specs. Then with the non-trapdoor buttcap it makes it difficult to tail weight to restore/achieve my balance target. I guess it also just didn’t wow me immediately so I thought no more about it really. It was principally bought for collection.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

The DC 315 LTD (16x19) is the only one I’ve strung. It has an incredibly low SW so would take a lot of weight to get to my preferred specs. Then with the non-trapdoor buttcap it makes it difficult to tail weight to restore/achieve my balance target. I guess it also just didn’t wow me immediately so I thought no more about it really. It was principally bought for collection.

All good... it's just that I gave my coach my weighted 315 Limited 18x20 (2013) and my PT630 and asked him to hit them back-to-back. He played much better (as in depth of shots and moved me around the court much more easily) with the 315 Limited than the PT630 and said he preferred it out of the two. I don't know what your desired weight and specs would be, but my Tec is around 360g (depending on string), which is around what my PT630 is, solid as anything but feels easier to swing and doesn't take as much effort to constantly achieve great depth (doesn't tire me out as much). To each his own, at the end of the day. Glad you're enjoying the TC95s (which I like very much as well).

 

[Tordne]

All good... it's just that I gave my coach my weighted 315 Limited 18x20 (2013) and my PT630 and asked him to hit them back-to-back. He played much better (as in depth of shots and moved me around the court much more easily) with the 315 Limited than the PT630 and said he preferred it out of the two. I don't know what your desired weight and specs would be, but my Tec is around 360g (depending on string), which is around what my PT630 is, solid as anything but feels easier to swing and doesn't take as much effort to constantly achieve great depth (doesn't tire me out as much). To each his own, at the end of the day. Glad you're enjoying the TC95s (which I like very much as well).

Generally I like by balance between 31.5 & 32.0 cm and SW around 330 to 335. Static weight is generally in the range of 338 to 350 ish grams. Static weight is my least significant spec really.

I must confess I’ve been have a little guilty fun with a Head Graphene Touch Radical Pro the last week. That is the biggest serving stick I’ve ever hit. But I am noticing it on my arm.

 

[Classic-TXP-IG MID]

Generally I like by balance between 31.5 & 32.0 cm and SW around 330 to 335. Static weight is generally in the range of 338 to 350 ish grams. Static weight is my least significant spec really.

I must confess I’ve been have a little guilty fun with a Head Graphene Touch Radical Pro the last week. That is the biggest serving stick I’ve ever hit. But I am noticing it on my arm.

Try the Youtek IG Radical Pro... the arm might appreciate it and you might find another serving monster...

 

[stephenclown]

That ltd 18x20 looks amazing. If I wasnt looking for a Vantage 90 I would probably grab one.

Really happy with my 93P so I'm fine with it at the moment but if I need more real estate in the future, I will probably move to tec frames if they keep going along this path. They look really good and perform jist as well from what I hear.

 

[Zoolander]

So guys just confirming for a Tec newb..... all the TECs use Head pallets? I havent hit one in a long time but i have a 305 XTC demo coming.

Would rather a 16/19 but the Tecs seem to have very open crosses in that pattern. Wonder why the LTD 16/19 is different, with tighter crosses?

Gotta say the PJs on these Tecs look really nice.

If you're interested in the LTDs, then since they use Head pallets (TK82S - I think), you can change them and replace them with Head butt caps that have a trap door. I'm not sure if the other T-Fight models use Head pallets, but @Irvin could tell you.

I’m not going to take my pallet of but I think the LTD XTC will be PT965D also. Same frame different paint.

The outer mains and crosses on the LTD frames are closer together than the 315 XTC and 320 XTC. BUT the 320 is an 18 x 19. Still the LT
D have a tighter pattern.

 

[Irvin]

So guys just confirming for a Tec newb..... all the TECs use Head pallets? I havent hit one in a long time but i have a 305 XTC demo coming.

Would rather a 16/19 but the Tecs seem to have very open crosses in that pattern. Wonder why the LTD 16/19 is different, with tighter crosses?

Gotta say the PJs on these Tecs look really nice.

when you say all Tecs use Head pallets do you mean the TK82 pallet? Only the Limited and LTD frames use the TK82. Although all frame have the same shaped pallet all other frames have molded pallets.