Tecnifibre TF40 315
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RoarTT
Semi-Pro
Thanks! I’m probably most interested in knowing how the power level and stability is compared to other 18x20 offerings. Like Ultra Tour, Angell TC97 and Pure strike 18x20.
The 1. gen Pure Strike Tour is sort of the my ideal when it comes to stability. Little different specs. but mine came in at 316 grams unstrung and 320 strung SW and 32 cm strung balance so kinda close to the TF40 315. My only knock on the PST was that it was slightly overpowered at times and lacked a little bit of feel. But still i would like something more powerfull than say the Ultra Tour
The 1. gen Pure Strike Tour is sort of the my ideal when it comes to stability. Little different specs. but mine came in at 316 grams unstrung and 320 strung SW and 32 cm strung balance so kinda close to the TF40 315. My only knock on the PST was that it was slightly overpowered at times and lacked a little bit of feel. But still i would like something more powerfull than say the Ultra Tour
I’ve played with all those racquets briefly. It is closest to the black n red pure strike tour. It is not as stable or powerful as pst. It is slightly softer/ less harsh on contact. It is more maneuverable headlight and comfortable than the pst. My TF 315s are 346 grams with og, dampener, and 3 to 4 grams of lead in the hoop with about 325 swingweight.
It has more power/ stability than an ultra tour for sure with a crisper modern feel. It has more power than most racquets which have similar specs such as a yonex hd or new prestige mp which were too underpowered to me. Hope that helps.
It has more power/ stability than an ultra tour for sure with a crisper modern feel. It has more power than most racquets which have similar specs such as a yonex hd or new prestige mp which were too underpowered to me. Hope that helps.
RoarTT
Semi-Pro
Thank you so much!
StefanosWillSaveTheWorld
Rookie
What strings pair best with this racquet? I'm coming from a prestige. I'm enjoying the extra power that the TF40 315 has but I miss the connected feel of the prestige. Ive tried it with Head Hawk and that felt a little too stiff and boardy. I'd like to stay away from Multi's if possible. Thanks in advance
I’ve played with this racquet but not sure anymore which strings I put into it. Probably a medium stiff poly in the mains and a soft poly in the crosses. Strung around 22/21kg. Why? Because it’s a tight 18/20 pattern (hence stringing low, crosses 1kg looser to get a bit more launch), therefore I would not choose to go full bed stiff poly, but also not full bed soft poly (because it is pretty comfortable with lowish RA and stable. Lastly I would choose a thin(ner) poly because of the tight 18/20 (let’s say 1.20 mm). For example solinco confidential mains with Yonex poly tour pro crosses…
RoarTT
Semi-Pro
The biggest problem for me with the TF40 was the low launch angle. I ended up using Tourna Big Hitter Black 7 (1,20mm) at sub 50 lbs tension. This did help. I think a thinner gauge helps with feel as well. The pattern on this one is very dense. It's not unheared of to go with a 19 or maybe even a 20 gauge string i would say. Solinco Confidential and Tour bite (even the soft version) made it feel a little too stiff and boardy as you say. But going with the Tourna BHB 7 felt better. My advice would be to try a softer more lively poly at at thinner gauge. Like the Tourna i mentioned and maybe Volk Cyclone Tour and so on
The biggest problem for me with the TF40 was the low launch angle. I ended up using Tourna Big Hitter Black 7 (1,20mm) at sub 50 lbs tension. This did help. I think a thinner gauge helps with feel as well. The pattern on this one is very dense. It's not unheared of to go with a 19 or maybe even a 20 gauge string i would say. Solinco Confidential and Tour bite (even the soft version) made it feel a little too stiff and boardy as you say. But going with the Tourna BHB 7 felt better. My advice would be to try a softer more lively poly at at thinner gauge. Like the Tourna i mentioned and maybe Volk Cyclone Tour and so on
I use tf40 for that low launch angle.
I think my old prestige mp had it even lower.
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RoarTT
Semi-Pro
An excellent choice if that's what you are looking for, yes
TC97 18x20 is the same way.I feel similar to this post with my tf40 315.
It's modern feel but has feel good flex on high impact
But one of my tf40's came about 7g higher than spec(and more head light). You might want to get spec matched.
That’s not too bad, mine was 324g unstrung
That’s not too bad, mine was 324g unstrung
Mine is 354g strung with over grip,dampener,head tapes, lol.
Slightly heavier than my ideal spec but its ok since it more head light.
I use 15 gauge string. I love homogeneous feel of a dense string bed with thick strings.
StefanosWillSaveTheWorld
Rookie
The one i have has a heavy swingweight. 299 without strings. 333 after 1.25 poly. I think i like it. feels so solid and still doesn't feel bulky. Tecnifibre doesnt have the best quality control.
I'm trying Ice code today to see if i can get a little more pockety feel compared to head hawk. I will try a shaped poly next week. I usually don't like them because my backhand does'nt penetrate the court as well but with this 18/20, stiffer racquet, i might need the extra safety. Thanks for the recommendations
I'm trying Ice code today to see if i can get a little more pockety feel compared to head hawk. I will try a shaped poly next week. I usually don't like them because my backhand does'nt penetrate the court as well but with this 18/20, stiffer racquet, i might need the extra safety. Thanks for the recommendations
RoarTT
Semi-Pro
Mine came in at 322 unstrung as well. Just look at the results from a racket matching here. They should rename it TF40 320 or 325
Tecnifibre Official - Racquets
Man nothing on sale from TF for black friday. So disappointed.
tt.tennis-warehouse.com
Crocodile
G.O.A.T.
I actually prefer the 315 to the 305 because I like a higher static weight combined with a more headlight balance.
The 315 is an excellent frame, box beamed, foam filled racquet with a 64ra and soon to be upgraded with greater string pattern options. I know it won’t happen, but would love to see Tecnifibre bring out a 325g version like they used to back in the day with the T Fight range.
The 315 has a very good mix of specs that should appeal to a broad range of players. It’s best feature is its feel and balance between control and power. You get the control from the 18/20 string pattern and headlight balance and enough power with the slightly wider beam than your ultimate players stick and the 64 RA.
This frame also compares favourably to other excellent frames including the Angell K7 Lime and Red and the Diadem Elevate which are also foam filled.
The 315 is an excellent frame, box beamed, foam filled racquet with a 64ra and soon to be upgraded with greater string pattern options. I know it won’t happen, but would love to see Tecnifibre bring out a 325g version like they used to back in the day with the T Fight range.
The 315 has a very good mix of specs that should appeal to a broad range of players. It’s best feature is its feel and balance between control and power. You get the control from the 18/20 string pattern and headlight balance and enough power with the slightly wider beam than your ultimate players stick and the 64 RA.
This frame also compares favourably to other excellent frames including the Angell K7 Lime and Red and the Diadem Elevate which are also foam filled.
Rob209
Rookie
I tested a lot of strings in this racket whilst trying to find my “perfect” set up. I’ve settled on T1 FireWire mains with T1 GhostWire X. Currently all at 48lb although I may try and sneak down a couple of pounds - especially playing outside in the winter. I’ve got no pecuniary interest in T1 but I find them good value and quality. The FireWire is triangular and enhances my spin generation and the GhostWire is a slick round poly with excellent tension maintenance and a lovely soft feel, I’ve tried it as the X in a few poly
oly hybrids and it softens the string bed beautifully, without sacrificing the control and spin that people play with poly for.I got my rackets from shops that offered the ability to match specs so mine are all fairly similar - unstrung specs:
- 316g/309mm/284.5SW
- 318g/311mm/283SW
- 318.1G/313mm/285.5SW
- 317.1g/310mm/283SW
- I’ve got a leather grip, over grip and small TF dampener on them. Strung and with that they’re all 348/349g and obviously pretty headlight still with the leather grip. I really enjoy the solid feel at contact.
Tf40 is foam filled?
Crocodile
G.O.A.T.
Yes right through
Francoss
New User
I love my TF40 315. The specs are for net play. No need to add weight If you want serve and volley. I have mine with Yonex Dinawire crosses and Babolat rpm soft mains. Stable, low powered and you can do any shot you want. Yes launch angle is super low, but when God gives you bullets, you learn to be a machine gun. No dampener needed. Slices like a dream, handle shape favors Continental grip volleys. Perfect doubles racket. Perfect Kick serves. (Seven point headlight for spin creation). Does not need a leather grip. Did I say no lead needed? Great serve returns but tricky topspin window if your string bed is tight. I’m dropping 3 pounds next time. I’m dialing it in. Has a big 98 inch head, call it a 99 if you want. You will need a feel-good string because the the tight string pattern will shut down some pocketing. Yes, poly users run the risk of making it a wooden board with the wrong tension.
StefanosWillSaveTheWorld
Rookie
Ice Code felt pretty good. Much better than Head Hawk. more pocketing and control on big swings.
t_pac
Semi-Pro
I haven't played the 315, but I have 3 x 305s weighted up to be more head light.
The TF40 is such a great stick, tend to switch between them and the Head Gravity Tour. Actually leaning towards the Gravity lately as with my ageing eyes/reactions the extra head size is useful, and it's just a lot easier to use overall. Miss the TF40 feel though and scalpel like precision though...
For full poly my go to was Tier 1 Black Knight X Ghost Wire in the mid 40s, but I generally prefer gut/poly (VS x GW at around 55/50)
The TF40 is such a great stick, tend to switch between them and the Head Gravity Tour. Actually leaning towards the Gravity lately as with my ageing eyes/reactions the extra head size is useful, and it's just a lot easier to use overall. Miss the TF40 feel though and scalpel like precision though...
For full poly my go to was Tier 1 Black Knight X Ghost Wire in the mid 40s, but I generally prefer gut/poly (VS x GW at around 55/50)
TomTennis495
Professional
315 is a dream. I actually switched from the pure strike which , as you stated , could be hard to control at times. So much power! The tech 315 is a great switch if you want more feel and control but a similar over all feel
Love the feel when it flexes a bit at heavy impact.
power_backhand
Rookie
I just got back from my UTR match with the TF40 315 16x19 and, unfortunately, have bad news for this racquet. I played with the modified TF40 demo until I went down a break 4-3 in the first set. Then I switched back to my modified Dunlop cx200. I won the match 7-6, 6-0. I’ll break down the differences by category. Here are the specs of each racquet and my background:
My background:
Former D1 college player. Current UTR is about 10, current NTRP is 5.0.
Racquet specs
TF40 315 16x19 (2022) – Added 6 grams at 3 and 9 plus over grip. Strung with tour bite 16L at 50 lbs. 343 grams weight, ~7pts HL, swing weight unknown (supposed 313 factory swing weight based on TW).
Dunlop CX 200 (previous version) – Added 6 grams at 3 and 9 and a leather grip + over grip. Strung with tour bit 16L at 50lbs. 339 grams weight, ~8 pt HL, swing weight unknown (based on TW, swing weight is 4-5 points higher than the TF40 315 16x19).
Review
Returns
My opponent’s two best shots were his serve and his forehand. He has a 5.0 serve that is deep and with pace and a very high 1st server percentage. Also, he takes advantage of any short or weak shot that he can hit a forehand on. The whole match revolved around whether I could neutralize his serve with a deep return, preferably into the back hand corner and take his strong forehand out of play. With the TF40, I struggled to consistently return his serve deep in the court and was on the defense every point. He was getting forehands on the first ball. Also, my defensive shots didn’t seem to have any weight to them, so I couldn’t stop his attack once it began. After I went down a break, 4-3, I switched to the Dunlop CX200 and my returns immediately became way more effective. I didn’t feel the weight of his serve and I had much better control of the depth and placement of my return. For the rest of the match, I was able to neutralize the point by hitting a controlled returns to his backhand or by keeping the return deep enough so that he couldn’t hit effective forehands. After the switch, I got pretty much every return I could get a racquet on back into play. I broke him the next 4 out of 5 times after going back to my racquet.
Serves
I had the same problem on serve. With the TF40, my serve just wasn’t heavy enough to force an error or a short return. I felt like I was on defense on many of the points. He was even able to hit strong forehands off my first serve. I held my first 3 service games, but was under huge pressure. Finally, at 3-3, he broke my serve. When I switched to the CX200, his returns became a lot less effective. He didn’t hit one strong forehand return for the rest of the match. The accuracy, heaviness, and depth of both first and second allowed me to either be neutral or in control of the point. I didn’t lose serve again for the rest of the match.
Baseline
With the TF40, I was able to get my opponent on the run, but my attacking shots were not drawing errors or short balls. Also, when he did get a forehand, the heaviness of his shot (just like with the serve) forced me into hitting a short ball or losing control of the ball. I was constantly on defense and was exhausted from having to defend more than normal. When I switched back to my CX200, I was able to consistently keep the ball deep into the backhand corner. He was no longer hitting run around forehands. This changed the entire direction of the match. Also, my shots just seemed heavier as I was drawing errors when I was able to take a full cut at the ball.
Volleys
I didn’t come to the net enough in this match to comment on volleys. I will say it's very hard to top the CX200 on volleys. It is an absolute scalpel at net.
Comfort
The CX200 is also by far the more comfortable racquet.
Overall
I think the common theme here is that I was getting pushed around by my opponent’s shots with the TF40. Even with the added weight, I could not maintain the control and depth of my shots when my opponent hit a heavy ball. This included on the serve or from the baseline (note, he plays with the most beastly racquet out there – the RF97). My current racquet is better in every category for my game and playing against players who can a hit a heavy ball.
Sorry to kill the buzz on this racquet! I think it could be a good racquet if you are a player who is physically strong and takes huge cuts at the ball. It rewards big swings with good spin and control. But for me in this match up, it didn’t stand up to my current frame. The outcome of the match clearly shows there was a huge difference. I am not sure why Tecnifibre changed it so much from the current 315. The current TF40 315 18x20 racquets come stock with a swing weight in the 330s (although this could have been due to bad quality control). I played with that racquet with no customization for a year and had some of my best singles victories. The only reason I switched is because I wanted a 16x19 pattern. Overall, I wanted this one to play more like the old 18x20 version in a 16x19 frame, but it just doesn’t have the same balance of stability, power, and control.
My background:
Former D1 college player. Current UTR is about 10, current NTRP is 5.0.
Racquet specs
TF40 315 16x19 (2022) – Added 6 grams at 3 and 9 plus over grip. Strung with tour bite 16L at 50 lbs. 343 grams weight, ~7pts HL, swing weight unknown (supposed 313 factory swing weight based on TW).
Dunlop CX 200 (previous version) – Added 6 grams at 3 and 9 and a leather grip + over grip. Strung with tour bit 16L at 50lbs. 339 grams weight, ~8 pt HL, swing weight unknown (based on TW, swing weight is 4-5 points higher than the TF40 315 16x19).
Review
Returns
My opponent’s two best shots were his serve and his forehand. He has a 5.0 serve that is deep and with pace and a very high 1st server percentage. Also, he takes advantage of any short or weak shot that he can hit a forehand on. The whole match revolved around whether I could neutralize his serve with a deep return, preferably into the back hand corner and take his strong forehand out of play. With the TF40, I struggled to consistently return his serve deep in the court and was on the defense every point. He was getting forehands on the first ball. Also, my defensive shots didn’t seem to have any weight to them, so I couldn’t stop his attack once it began. After I went down a break, 4-3, I switched to the Dunlop CX200 and my returns immediately became way more effective. I didn’t feel the weight of his serve and I had much better control of the depth and placement of my return. For the rest of the match, I was able to neutralize the point by hitting a controlled returns to his backhand or by keeping the return deep enough so that he couldn’t hit effective forehands. After the switch, I got pretty much every return I could get a racquet on back into play. I broke him the next 4 out of 5 times after going back to my racquet.
Serves
I had the same problem on serve. With the TF40, my serve just wasn’t heavy enough to force an error or a short return. I felt like I was on defense on many of the points. He was even able to hit strong forehands off my first serve. I held my first 3 service games, but was under huge pressure. Finally, at 3-3, he broke my serve. When I switched to the CX200, his returns became a lot less effective. He didn’t hit one strong forehand return for the rest of the match. The accuracy, heaviness, and depth of both first and second allowed me to either be neutral or in control of the point. I didn’t lose serve again for the rest of the match.
Baseline
With the TF40, I was able to get my opponent on the run, but my attacking shots were not drawing errors or short balls. Also, when he did get a forehand, the heaviness of his shot (just like with the serve) forced me into hitting a short ball or losing control of the ball. I was constantly on defense and was exhausted from having to defend more than normal. When I switched back to my CX200, I was able to consistently keep the ball deep into the backhand corner. He was no longer hitting run around forehands. This changed the entire direction of the match. Also, my shots just seemed heavier as I was drawing errors when I was able to take a full cut at the ball.
Volleys
I didn’t come to the net enough in this match to comment on volleys. I will say it's very hard to top the CX200 on volleys. It is an absolute scalpel at net.
Comfort
The CX200 is also by far the more comfortable racquet.
Overall
I think the common theme here is that I was getting pushed around by my opponent’s shots with the TF40. Even with the added weight, I could not maintain the control and depth of my shots when my opponent hit a heavy ball. This included on the serve or from the baseline (note, he plays with the most beastly racquet out there – the RF97). My current racquet is better in every category for my game and playing against players who can a hit a heavy ball.
Sorry to kill the buzz on this racquet! I think it could be a good racquet if you are a player who is physically strong and takes huge cuts at the ball. It rewards big swings with good spin and control. But for me in this match up, it didn’t stand up to my current frame. The outcome of the match clearly shows there was a huge difference. I am not sure why Tecnifibre changed it so much from the current 315. The current TF40 315 18x20 racquets come stock with a swing weight in the 330s (although this could have been due to bad quality control). I played with that racquet with no customization for a year and had some of my best singles victories. The only reason I switched is because I wanted a 16x19 pattern. Overall, I wanted this one to play more like the old 18x20 version in a 16x19 frame, but it just doesn’t have the same balance of stability, power, and control.
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
How would you compare the TF40 305? I mistakingLy bought the Ezone and my game is suited to the 18/20 305 when I demod
taydbear7
Professional
I like the sound of this. I’ve been struggling at the net and need something stable. Would Hyper G or HGS FB be a good string for this racquet?
You talking about 16x19?
Ryebread
Hall of Fame
Demoing the new TF40 16m 315 tomorrow. Just picked it up.
I wanted to check out the 305 (3HL)
But the 315 is 7HL and intrigued me!
My spec is 11.78 / 334 / 31.3 CM —> all with OG and following strings.
Local shop recently strung her with Tech multi NRG2 1.32.
I have not played with anything but polyester for so long…. embarrassing that as a stringer - I have no idea what to expect.... more lively response / less control - anything to add?
My regular stick is the Prostaff 100 6.1 v13 with blue 17L 1.20 ProTour at 52 lbs.
1.20 soft co poly vs 1.32 multi - going to feel very different, I know.
Build seems nice. I assume it’ll hit like a more comfy Pure Strike 16M. Smidge less power.
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
I wanted to check out the 305 (3HL)
But the 315 is 7HL and intrigued me!
My spec is 11.78 / 334 / 31.3 CM —> all with OG and following strings.
Local shop recently strung her with Tech multi NRG2 1.32.
I have not played with anything but polyester for so long…. embarrassing that as a stringer - I have no idea what to expect.... more lively response / less control - anything to add?
My regular stick is the Prostaff 100 6.1 v13 with blue 17L 1.20 ProTour at 52 lbs.
1.20 soft co poly vs 1.32 multi - going to feel very different, I know.
Build seems nice. I assume it’ll hit like a more comfy Pure Strike 16M. Smidge less power.
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on Flickr
TF40 16M 315 (2022) by Ron Burgundy PHL, on FlickrI don't think you killed the buzz. Just because you didn't dominate your match with it doesn't mean it's a bad racquet. It just read like you weighted up a demo and went out and played a 5.0 match and didn't play as well as you did with your regular racket. I think it's gutty to use the stick in a match before you've spent a few weeks with it first getting the right combo of weight, string and tension. Sounds like you just winged it hoping to catch lightning in a bottle. Also, sounds like your opponent simply hits a harder ball than you. Sounded like you needed to place the ball very strategically in hopes of neutralizing the pace and weight of his forehand shots. What would be interesting is if you experimented with the 315 more and worked on dialing it in and then reported your results again.
How is the stability?
Pretty stable considering the low swingweight, more stable than the 305 16x19. I'm a user of the previous 305 and went with 315 after demoing the whole new line
even on
The low swingweight made me have concerns about the stability, mostly on offcenter hits. I heard the 305 can be a bit jarring out of the sweetspot. How is that on the 315?
Yes the 305 16m flutters a bit on off center shot, or maybe it's just a smaller sweetspot. The 315's stability is similar to the old 305, but slight edge to the old 305. Maneuverability is also similar regardless of the swingweight, really depends on if you prefer a heavier/headlight or the other way around.
Sounds really promising. Thanks for your feedback
Rhys Cole
New User
I’m really interested in how you’d compare the new versions to the previous 305 18/20 version. I’m looking to put a order in today. I’ve hit with the previous 305 18/20 version in March 2020 and loved it.
What are your thoughts?
Rhys Cole
New User
What are TF40 grip sizes compared to other rackets? I currently use a 4 3/8 Wilson Blade V7 with an over grip, and am looking for a sightly smaller handle.
Will I need to go down to a 4 1/4 with an over-grip or do you reckon it’ll be the same with a 3/8? I’ve heard technifiber is smaller.
Will I need to go down to a 4 1/4 with an over-grip or do you reckon it’ll be the same with a 3/8? I’ve heard technifiber is smaller.
I’d suggest demo if possible. If you want something similar to the old 305, then the new 305 18m is still the closest ofc. Go for the 315 if you like the feel but prefer open pattern, heavier/headlight spec.
go for 4 3/8. Tecnifibre grips runs a bit smaller. The bigger problem is the rectangular shape which could be real breaker for some
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
Much rather the 305 and add a bit of weight to it at 9-10 and 3-2. About 4 grams total and an overgrip.
The 315 is just too head light for me.
The 315 is just too head light for me.
Quan Que
Rookie
315 is just the 305 with "10g" more on the handle.
In reality, and given TFs awful QC, there's really no meaning to the weights they announce. Meaning a 305/315 can weight a lot less/more than what's indicated.
As an example, I have a 305 that weighs 312 (which is inside their tolerance!).
In reality, and given TFs awful QC, there's really no meaning to the weights they announce. Meaning a 305/315 can weight a lot less/more than what's indicated.
As an example, I have a 305 that weighs 312 (which is inside their tolerance!).
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
I have 1 TF40 and 2 Ezone 98s. I can definitely feel the difference in head weight.
tennis warehouse should be inspecting and weighing all rackets strung to make sure you get what you purchase.
tennis warehouse should be inspecting and weighing all rackets strung to make sure you get what you purchase.
Quan Que
Rookie
You pay for that service.
ChrisJR3264
Hall of Fame
Yeah I mean it’s not the only racket I’ve read up on with quality control issues. Tech, head, Wilson and yonex all have them. I’ve seen reviews on the gravity pro speed, etc. even the vcore series.
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