Franklin Sports Plastic X-40 Performance Outdoor Pickleballs, Yellow

Franklin Sports Plastic X-40 Performance Outdoor Pickleballs, Yellow

Q: the box I purchased have wobbly balls. What are doing for customers that bought from the bad batch of balls?

I’m done buying X-40s. Purchased a dozen 4 months ago and have had them replaced 3 times by the seller. Every dozen has had 8 or more that wobble uncontrollably out of the box. I would highly recommend anyone in the market for a pickleball to look elsewhere until Franklin acknowledges this problem and fixes it.

Q: I just received these balls and there is an obvious seam on the outside where the two halves meet. Is this what rotationlly molded should be?

I had the same question, but got the answer from one of their representatives: “One-piece balls, like the X-40, are rotationally molded and will feature a mold mark where the two halves of the mold come together - similar to the edge of a waffle coming out of a waffle iron. We have this excess material removed so that it does not impact performance, but there is still a visible mark. You will notice the inside of the ball is smooth and does not feature the typical plastic weld you see on two-piece balls like our X-26.”

Q: What is the orange ball I see at outdoor venues? Is that the Franklin red ball turning to orange?

I see on Amazon FOUR (4) ball colors now (7/8/2021) for the outdoor Franklin 40's (F40's). Yellow and Pink have both been around for at least fours years now. However, they now have TWO Orange colored ones that they call 'EMBER' and 'LAVA' which look like two different shades of Orange to me. I have not tried the new colors. They do look nice. Finding the Orange or Lava and Ember in smaller quantities may take some looking around. They do have them all on Amazon in bulk though (a hundred at a time) cheaper than than by the dozen for sure. I see too, Ben Johns, #1 ranked men's player, is now advertising the F40's. Seems most of the venues with the better 3.5 players and up, seem to prefer the F40's, I think because they play close to the Dura 40's, but don't break as quick and are much less expensive. Some report some of these balls have a wobble problem. I am going to explore that some more. I thought it was an optical illusion, but now think maybe not. Still, I like these balls the best for the outdoors for the play and the money. I'd play the dura 40's if I had money to burn. I do not.

Q: Will these last when not in use? Want to buy 100 and keep a fair amount stored until I need them - will they "go bad"?

Not a direct answer to your question but out of the 100 I bought 50% had imperfections/dimples/out of round. I have not even gotten an reply or correspondence from Amazon or the manufacturer other a request to answer your question...LOL!

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Brand
Franklin
Material
Plastic
Colour
yellow
Age Range (Description)
Adult
Item Weight
120 Grams

🏆Official USAPA tournament-approved ball

⚙️40 precision-drilled holes for balanced flight

🛡️No-seam, one-piece durable construction

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Description

🏓 Elevate your game with the official ball that champions trust!

BUILT TO OUTLAST - Seamless, one-piece design resists dents and cracking, making it your go-to ball for intense outdoor play.
VIBRANT VISIBILITY - Bright yellow color enhances on-court visibility, so you never miss a shot or a moment of glory.
CONVENIENT 3 PACK WITH TUBE - Includes three balls and a sleek storage tube for easy transport and quick access during your matches.
PRECISION ENGINEERED FLIGHT - 40 machine-drilled holes ensure consistent, tight spin and a perfectly balanced trajectory every time.
TOURNAMENT READY PERFORMANCE - Endorsed by USA Pickleball and the official ball of the US Open Pickleball Championships—play like the pros.

Franklin Sports Plastic X-40 Performance Outdoor Pickleballs are precision-crafted with 40 machine-drilled holes for balanced flight and reliable spin. Their no-seam, one-piece construction ensures superior durability against outdoor wear and tear. Approved by USA Pickleball and the official ball of the US Open Pickleball Championships, these bright yellow balls come in a convenient 3-pack with a storage tube, making them the ultimate choice for serious pickleball players.

Specifications

Brand	Franklin Sports
Material	Plastic
Colour	yellow
Age Range (Description)	Adult
Item Weight	120 Grams
Sport	Pickleball
Item Diameter	74 Millimetres
Number of Items	1
Team Name	united states
League	USAPA
Construction Type	Rotational Molding
Global Trade Identification Number	00025725459803
UPC	025725459803
Department	unisex-adult
Manufacturer	Franklin Sports
Country of Origin	India
Item model number	52821
ASIN	B06XTW1BND

Have a Question? See What Others Asked

the box I purchased have wobbly balls. What are doing for customers that bought from the bad batch of balls?

I just received these balls and there is an obvious seam on the outside where the two halves meet. Is this what rotationlly molded should be?

What is the orange ball I see at outdoor venues? Is that the Franklin red ball turning to orange?

Will these last when not in use? Want to buy 100 and keep a fair amount stored until I need them - will they "go bad"?

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A**P

Value for money

Impressed with the ball’s flight and balance. It feels solid and durable, making it ideal for regular games.

28.07.2025

S**I

Consistent bounce and good feel

Consistent bounce, great feel and so far it is durable (played 5-6 sessions)

6.05.2025

S**I

Great outdoor balls

Very good for. Outdoor

17.07.2025

A**D

High quality pickleball

With the sport exploding in India, getting access to right accessories is important. I loved the Franklin pickleball it was bouncing right and had sufficient balance between spin and speed.

3.09.2024

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