Tecnifibre TF40 v1 315 18x20 Racket
Series: TF40
$99.00
Surgical precision meets raw speed.
Frame specs
| Head Size | 98in² |
| String Pattern | 18x20 |
| Length | Standard |
| Strung Weight | 11.8oz / 335g |
| Balance | 12.59in / 31.98cm / 7 pts HL |
| Swingweight | 316 |
| Stiffness | 64 |
| Beam Width | 22mm / 22mm / 22mm |
| Composition | Dynacore XTC/Graphite |
| Power Level | Low |
| Stroke Style | Full |
| Swing Speed | Fast |
| Racket Colors | White/Blue/Red |
| Grip Type | Tecnifibre Xtra Feel |
| String Pattern Detail | 18 Mains / 20 Crosses |
| String Tension | 49-55 pounds |
What players say
Tennis Warehouse playtesters and Talk Tennis forum posters describe the original TF40 315 18x20 (2019) as a solid, connected-feeling control frame that hits heavier and has more put-away power than the 16x19 315, at some cost of maneuverability and effortless spin. It suits advanced all-court and serve-and-volley players who generate their own pace rather than players wanting easy topspin or a light swingweight.
Best for
- Advanced baseliners who supply their own pace
- Serve-and-volley and net players
- Players wanting flat, laser-like drives and slices
- Players prioritizing feel and control over spin
Pros
- Solid, connected feel described as good for touch at net and on slice backhands
- Produces a heavier ball and more put-away power than the 16x19 315 version
- Head-light balance lets players ramp up head speed despite the denser pattern
- Comfortable, plush response praised by multiple playtesters
Cons
- Harder to maneuver than the lighter 305 version
- Some testers wanted more mass in the hoop for extra put-away power
- Tighter 18x20 pattern limits spin and launch angle compared to open-pattern alternatives
- One forum poster criticized the lack of a back port on the frame
Voices
— Chris (Tennis Warehouse playtester), Web
I felt very connected to the ball. Comfort was great, and the racquet felt very solid.
— Troy (Tennis Warehouse playtester), Web
I would like a bit more mass in the hoop to help with put-away power.
— Michelle (Tennis Warehouse playtester), Web
From my very first hit I liked the feel on contact, and I felt connected.
— KC! (Talk Tennis forum), Forums
The 18x20 315 produces heavier ball & has more put away power.
— Basil J (Talk Tennis forum), Forums
More comfortable and more precise compared to the Blade V9.
— ClaudTT (Talk Tennis forum), Forums
Spin differences between patterns are only down to ball angle, with the 18x20 favoring laser-like flat shots and slices.