Spartus Spitfire Elongated Pickleball Paddle

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The Spartus Spitfire is a 16mm elongated power paddle that handles more like a hybrid thanks to a low 116 swing weight and a 7.85 oz average weight. Its Generation 4 Turbo Foam core gives effortless pace, the four layer QuadFiber carbon layup adds dwell time and feel, and the PermaGritNano surface is built for long lasting spin.

Who it suits

• Attacking players who want elongated reach with quick hands
• Spin players who want grit that lasts
• Players who want foam core power without an overly stiff feel

Pairs well with

• RPM Friction Pro V2 16mm Elongated Pickleball Paddle
• Bodhi PROtack Pickleball Overgrips
• CRBN Pickleball Paddle Eraser™

Still deciding? Read our Pickleball Paddle Grit Explained guide.

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Product details

Spitfire Elongated 16mm Pickleball Paddle

Pickleball Pursuit's 2026 Paddle of the Year

Elite Spin. Explosive Power. Buttery Feel.

Meet the Spitfire Elongated, a 7.85 oz powerhouse designed to redefine what's possible on the pickleball court. Combining explosive power, elite spin, and the feel of a control paddle, the Spitfire delivers exceptional performance in a lightweight frame built to finish points.

Featuring a Generation 4 Turbo Foam Core, advanced PermaGritNano surface, and proprietary QuadFiber layup, the Spitfire delivers effortless power, long-lasting spin, and exceptional ball dwell time.

With a low swingweight of just 116, the Spitfire offers the reach and leverage of an elongated paddle while maintaining the quick handling of a hybrid shape. Whether you're attacking from the baseline, countering at the kitchen, or executing precise resets, the Spitfire is built to perform.

USAP approved for competitive and tournament play.

Key Features

• Generation 4 Turbo Foam Core – Proprietary EPP foam construction delivers massive, effortless power and explosive pop without sacrificing feel.
• PermaGritNano Surface – Advanced textured surface engineered for elite spin generation and long-lasting grit durability.
• QuadFiber Layup – Four layers of carbon fibre arranged in a proprietary configuration provide exceptional feel and increased ball dwell time.
• Elongated Shape – Provides additional reach and leverage for powerful attacking shots.
• Quick Handling – Low 116 swingweight allows the elongated paddle to manoeuvre with the speed and responsiveness of a hybrid shape.
• Elite Spin Performance – Generates over 2,100 RPM for heavy topspin, controlled slices, and precise shot placement.
• Lightweight Construction – Average weight of 7.85 oz provides fast reactions without compromising attacking power.
• USAP Approved – Approved for competitive and tournament play.
• Neoprene Cover Included – Comes with a complimentary neoprene paddle cover.
• 180-Day Limited Warranty – Includes a 180-day limited warranty.

Performance Technology

Generation 4 Turbo Foam Core

The Spitfire features a proprietary Generation 4 Turbo Foam Core, engineered to deliver exceptional power from an EPP foam construction.

Designed to produce the powerful response associated with MPP foam while maintaining the benefits of EPP, Turbo Foam generates explosive pop and effortless pace without the overly stiff feel of traditional power paddles.

• Explosive power and responsive pop.
• Effortless pace on drives and attacking shots.
• Powerful performance without an excessively stiff feel.

PermaGritNano Surface

The Spitfire introduces PermaGritNano, the latest evolution of its advanced PermaGrit surface technology.

Designed for exceptional texture durability, PermaGritNano delivers elite spin performance while maintaining its surface grip significantly longer than conventional grit technologies.

The PermaGrit surface technology was rated the #1 Tier 1 durable grit by Pickleball Effect.

• Over 2,100 RPM spin performance.
• Long-lasting surface texture.
• Enhanced grip for heavy topspin and controlled slices.
• Consistent spin generation over extended use.

QuadFiber Layup

The proprietary QuadFiber Layup combines four layers of carbon fibre to deliver the feel of a control paddle with the performance of a power paddle.

Its advanced construction increases ball dwell time, allowing the ball to remain on the paddle face longer for enhanced touch, control, and shot placement.

• Four-layer carbon fibre construction.
• Exceptional ball dwell time.
• Enhanced touch for dinks, drops, and resets.
• Controlled feel with explosive attacking power.

Elongated Reach with Hybrid-Like Speed

Despite its elongated 16.5" profile, the Spitfire features a low 116 swingweight, delivering the quick handling typically associated with hybrid-shaped paddles.

This combination provides additional reach and leverage without sacrificing manoeuvrability, making it ideal for fast exchanges, quick counters, and aggressive kitchen play.

• Elongated shape for additional reach and leverage.
• Low 116 swingweight for quick handling.
• Fast reactions during hand battles.
• Powerful attacking performance with responsive control.

Why Choose the Spitfire?

The Spitfire Elongated is built for players who refuse to compromise between power, spin, and control.

Its Generation 4 Turbo Foam Core provides explosive power, while the PermaGritNano surface delivers elite spin and long-lasting texture. Combined with the QuadFiber layup and lightweight elongated design, the Spitfire offers exceptional touch, quick handling, and the confidence to attack from anywhere on the court.

From precise dinks and controlled resets to powerful drives and aggressive put-aways, the Spitfire delivers a complete performance package.

Specifications

Approval	USAP Approved
Core Material	Generation 4 Turbo Foam
Core Thickness	16 mm
Paddle Length	16.5"
Paddle Width	7.5"
Grip Length	5.5"
Grip Circumference	4.125"
Average Weight	7.85 oz (±0.2 oz)
Swingweight	116
Twistweight	6.2
Spin	2,100+ RPM
Paddle Face Material	QuadFiber
Surface Technology	PermaGritNano
Warranty	180-Day Limited Warranty

What's Included

• 1 × Spitfire Elongated 16mm Pickleball Paddle
• 1 × Complimentary Neoprene Paddle Cover

Important Information

Order Fulfilment: Due to high order volumes, please allow up to an additional seven business days for fulfilment of Spitfire Elongated orders.