Babolat
Babolat Pure Drive Lite 270g Gen11 Unstrung Tennis Racket
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Babolat Pure Drive Lite 270g Gen11 Unstrung Tennis Racket
Metallic Blue/Midnight Blue / G0
Birmingham store
Unit 1,The Quadrant,Summer Hill Rd
Birmingham B1 2PE
United Kingdom
Cardiff (Tower House)
Tower house,13a Ipswich Road
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86-90 Crwys Road
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4 Bewell Street
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Milton Keynes (National Badminton Centre)
Central Sports - National Badminton Centre - Bradwell Road
Loughton Lodge, Great Holm
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Racket Specifications
Balance & Flex Profile
The Babolat Pure Drive Lite Gen11 (Metallic Blue/Midnight Blue, 101555) is a versatile, easy-to-handle tennis racket offering a balance of power, control and feel. At 270 g unstrung, it brings Pure Drive performance to players at all levels in a lighter frame.
Key Features
- FSI Power Technology – maximises the trampoline effect of the strings for deep shots, with a core design that improves energy transfer.
- NF²-TECH 2.0 – flax fibres in the core and frame (3 and 9 o’clock positions) filter vibration for a smooth, comfortable feel with good feedback.
- Elliptic frame – improves stability at the throat, maximising energy return and power at impact.
- HTR (High Torsional Rigidity) system – boosts frame stability at impact for consistent, powerful shots under pressure.
- 270 g unstrung – light and easy to handle, for quick reactions and control in fast rallies.
Performance Overview
The Pure Drive Lite gives easy power, good feel and plenty of versatility. Whether you are extending rallies, hitting winners or controlling the point from the baseline, the lighter frame makes it easy to swing while FSI and HTR keep the response powerful and stable.
Who Is It For?
Players at all levels who want Pure Drive power, comfort and versatility in a lighter, easier-to-handle racket.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Babolat |
| Model | Pure Drive Lite Gen11 (101555) |
| Colour | Metallic Blue/Midnight Blue with red accents |
| Head size | 645 cm² |
| Length | 685 mm |
| Weight (unstrung) | 270 g ± 7 |
| Balance (unstrung) | 330 mm ± 7 mm |
| Swingweight | 270 |
| String pattern | 16/19 |
| Stiffness (RA) | 72 ± 3 |
| Section | 23/26/23 mm |
| Composition | Graphite |
| Recommended string | RPM Soft / Xalt |
| String tension | 20-24 kg (44-53 lbs) |
| Grip type | Syntec Pro |
| Strung/Unstrung | Unstrung |
Why Buy from Central Sports?
- ✅ 100% Genuine & Authorised Babolat Products
- 🎾 Half-price string upgrade
- 📦 Secure Packaging & Fast Processing
- 🤝 Reliable Customer Support
- 🆕 Access to Latest Releases & Collections
- ✍️ Free personalised autograph
Final Verdict
A lighter Pure Drive that keeps the power and feel the range is known for, in a frame that is easy to handle.