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product_id: 44887920
title: "Franklin Pickleball X-40 Pickleballs 3 Pack (Optic Yellow)"
brand: "franklin sports"
price: "KD 5.83"
currency: KWD
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 13
category: "Franklin Sports"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/44887920-franklin-pickleball-x-40-pickleballs-3-pack-optic-yellow
store_origin: KW
region: Kuwait
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# 40 precision-drilled holes for balanced flight Official USA Pickleball size & weight (26g, 74mm) No-seam, one-piece durable construction Franklin Pickleball X-40 Pickleballs 3 Pack (Optic Yellow)

**Brand:** franklin sports
**Price:** KD 5.83
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Serve up your A-game with the X-40 — the ball that never quits! 🏓

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Franklin Pickleball X-40 Pickleballs 3 Pack (Optic Yellow) by franklin sports
- **How much does it cost?** KD 5.83 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/44887920-franklin-pickleball-x-40-pickleballs-3-pack-optic-yellow)

## Best For

- franklin sports enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted franklin sports brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Seamless, one-piece design resists dents and cracking, ensuring long-lasting durability on any court.
- • **Ready When You Are:** Comes in a convenient 3-pack with a reusable storage tube to keep your game stocked and unstoppable.
- • **Trusted by Champions:** Chosen as the official ball for the US Open Pickleball Championships—play like the best.
- • **Tournament-Ready Precision:** Engineered with 40 machine-drilled holes for a consistent, wind-resistant flight every time.
- • **Official Competition Standard:** Conforms exactly to USA Pickleball’s 26g weight and 74mm diameter for pro-level play.

## Overview

The Franklin Pickleball X-40 3-pack features official USA Pickleball-approved balls weighing 26 grams with a 74mm diameter. Precision-engineered with 40 machine-drilled holes, these optic yellow balls deliver balanced flight and reliable spin. Their seamless, one-piece construction offers premium durability, making them the official choice for outdoor tournament play, including the US Open Pickleball Championships.

## Description

desertcart.com : Franklin Sports Pickleball-x Performance 40 Outdoor Balls-Optic Yellow : Sports & Outdoors

Review: The Indispensable Standard for Outdoor Play - As someone who genuinely lives on the pickleball court, having reliable equipment isn't a preference—it’s a necessity. The Franklin Sports X-40 Outdoor Pickleballs are the gold standard for a reason. From the moment you serve, the flight is true, offering predictable speed and a consistent, high-bounce off the court face, making every rally feel authentic and competitive. The 40 precision-drilled holes ensure that they cut through the wind effectively, minimizing drift on those breezy days that are inevitable in outdoor play. I’ve hit these with powerful serves and vicious third-shot drops, and they maintain their shape and integrity beautifully, far outlasting many other brands I’ve tried. However, let’s be honest about the one thing every dedicated player knows: you can never, ever have enough pickleballs. Even with the durability of the X-40, balls get lost in the bushes, occasionally crack under extreme force, or are simply needed for high-volume drilling. If you’re serious about the game, stocking up on these is essential—not just because they're great, but because having a full inventory is the only way to ensure the game never stops. If you’re looking for a ball that delivers official, tournament-level performance and holds up play after play, the X-40 is the one to get.
Review: Great Value & Playability - Very good outdoor pickleballs. Long lasting and they retain their bounce and shape. Great value!

## Features

- OFFICIAL SIZE AND WEIGHT: These official competition-grade pickleballs are 26 grams in weight with a 74mm diameter to conform to official USA Pickleball standards
- PRECISION DESIGN: The balls are constructed with 40 precisely machine drilled holes for a balanced flight pattern and tight, reliable spin
- PREMIUM DURIBILITY: The no-seam, one-piece construction ensures a stronger, longer lasting ball that resists dents and cracking
- USA PICKLEBALL APPROVED: The X-40 is approved for outdoor tournament play by USA Pickleball and was selected as the official ball for the US Open Pickleball Championships
- 3 PACK: Includes (3) X-40 pickleballs with ball tube that can be used for storage when off the court

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B06XTW1BND |
| Age Range (Description) | All Ages |
| Best Sellers Rank | #48 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1 in Pickle-Ball Balls |
| Brand | Franklin Sports |
| Brand Name | Franklin Sports |
| Color | Optic Yellow |
| Construction Type | Rotational Molding |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (24,763) |
| Date First Available | March 24, 2017 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00025725459803 |
| Included Components | Pickleball Balls(3) |
| Item Diameter | 2.9 Inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6 x 6 x 3 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 9.02 x 3.15 x 3.06 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.12 Kilograms |
| League | USAPA |
| Manufacturer | Franklin Sports |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | Franklin Sports X-40 Outdoor Pickleballs |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Number of Items | 3 |
| Outer Material | Aluminum |
| Package Weight | 0.12 Kilograms |
| Part Number | 52821 |
| Size | 3 Pack |
| Sport | Pickleball |
| Style | 3 Pack |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| UPC | 025725459803 |
| Unit Count | 3.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 90 Day Limited |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** All Ages
- **Brand:** Franklin Sports
- **Color:** Optic Yellow
- **Item Weight:** 0.12 Kilograms
- **Material:** Plastic

## Images

![Franklin Pickleball X-40 Pickleballs 3 Pack (Optic Yellow) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61v3jWr-AlL.jpg)
![Franklin Pickleball X-40 Pickleballs 3 Pack (Optic Yellow) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71roVd1PB6L.jpg)
![Franklin Pickleball X-40 Pickleballs 3 Pack (Optic Yellow) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/817Kz2RJxRL.jpg)
![Franklin Pickleball X-40 Pickleballs 3 Pack (Optic Yellow) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Bxi5SLZvL.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

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

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Indispensable Standard for Outdoor Play
*by A***S on October 14, 2025*

As someone who genuinely lives on the pickleball court, having reliable equipment isn't a preference—it’s a necessity. The Franklin Sports X-40 Outdoor Pickleballs are the gold standard for a reason. From the moment you serve, the flight is true, offering predictable speed and a consistent, high-bounce off the court face, making every rally feel authentic and competitive. The 40 precision-drilled holes ensure that they cut through the wind effectively, minimizing drift on those breezy days that are inevitable in outdoor play. I’ve hit these with powerful serves and vicious third-shot drops, and they maintain their shape and integrity beautifully, far outlasting many other brands I’ve tried. However, let’s be honest about the one thing every dedicated player knows: you can never, ever have enough pickleballs. Even with the durability of the X-40, balls get lost in the bushes, occasionally crack under extreme force, or are simply needed for high-volume drilling. If you’re serious about the game, stocking up on these is essential—not just because they're great, but because having a full inventory is the only way to ensure the game never stops. If you’re looking for a ball that delivers official, tournament-level performance and holds up play after play, the X-40 is the one to get.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Value & Playability
*by T***H on January 10, 2026*

Very good outdoor pickleballs. Long lasting and they retain their bounce and shape. Great value!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid Performance Pickleballs — But Not for Cold Weather
*by J***R on January 5, 2026*

The Franklin Sports X‑40 Outdoor Pickleballs give a great response off the paddle — very consistent and satisfying on every hit. They’re also easy to control when adding spin, which makes rallies a lot more fun. The bright optic yellow color is a big plus too, making the balls easy to track on the court. The only downside is durability in cold weather. They tend to crack more easily when the temperature drops. In normal conditions, though, they play really well. Overall, a strong choice for outdoor play as long as you’re not in the cold.

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