Weight
90g
Thickness
7mm
Plies
5-ply
Head Size
157x150
Handles
FL / ST
Material
Hybrid
Head Shape
Standard
Balance
Balanced
TRACTION ZLC V4
KWS TRACTION ZLC V4 is a high-performance offensive blade from Brazilian manufacturer KWS, designed to deliver an exceptional balance of speed and control with a distinctive soft feel. Its ZL Carbon construction provides an enlarged sweet spot for consistent reactions across the entire blade face. Players appreciate its superb construction and minimal vibration, making it a pleasing choice for those who value precise touch and powerful attacks. This blade facilitates clear offensive moves without excessive repulsion, maintaining high control in various game situations.
The construction features 5 plies with two layers of ZL Carbon in an inner fiber configuration. The combination of Brosimum and Kiri woods with ZL Carbon aims to provide balance of power, control, and an enlarged sweet spot with reduced vibration. This ZLC composite enhances touch balance and consistent reaction across the blade face.
TT Sensei Ratings
✦Our expert analysis of this blade's performance characteristics
KWS TRACTION ZLC V4 delivers significant power for attacking shots, rated as a fast offensive blade. The ZL Carbon layers contribute to its high speed, enabling aggressive play from various distances. Players report the speed and throw angle are amazing, making it effective for powerful drives and loops.
Despite its impressive speed, this blade maintains a high level of control that players consistently praise. The ZLC construction enhances the sweet spot and provides an overall feeling of control across different game situations. Many players find it offers very good control while still delivering offensive power.
Players highlight a soft touch and amazing feeling with noticeable ball-holding capability for a composite blade. This medium-soft feel enhances feedback and touch play, particularly effective in the short game where precise control matters most.
Players note the throw angle is amazing, implying a trajectory conducive to looping and offensive topspin play. This medium-high throw angle facilitates good arc and helps clear the net effectively during aggressive shots.
Given the soft touch and amazing feeling reported by players, this blade offers good dwell time that allows for significant spin generation and effective ball control. This characteristic is often associated with inner fiber constructions like this ZLC setup.
While offering good speed, the ZLC in an inner layer configuration provides medium flexibility that balances power with the ability to hold the ball and create spin. It's not overly stiff, which contributes significantly to its control characteristics.
A standout characteristic is the extremely low vibration that players consistently report. This minimal vibration contributes to a pleasing feel and clear feedback upon ball contact, enhancing overall ball perception during play.
KWS TRACTION ZLC V4 features superb construction that players consistently describe as excellent. The craftsmanship and material quality result in a positive user experience with good durability and performance consistency. Our testing confirms the blade delivers reliable performance match after match.
Technology
KWS TRACTION ZLC V4 incorporates ZL Carbon (ZLC) fiber, a hybrid composite material blending Zylon and Carbon. This technology is strategically integrated within the wood plies, typically in an inner-fiber configuration, to enhance performance. The ZL Carbon expands the sweet spot, providing more consistent and reactive feel across the blade's surface. This results in a blade offering high speed and power for attacking shots while simultaneously delivering excellent control and a soft, pleasing touch. The ZLC construction also contributes to remarkably low vibration, allowing for clear feedback and improved ball perception during play.
Similar Blades
Butterfly Innerforce Layer ZLC
Butterfly Innerforce Layer ZLC is a well-known blade featuring ZLC in an inner-fiber construction, similar to what is inferred for KWS TRACTION ZLC V4. Both blades are designed to offer a balance of power and control with good dwell time and soft feel, appealing to players who desire carbon benefits without sacrificing too much touch. TTSensei experts note it serves as a benchmark for inner ZLC blades.
DHS Hurricane 301Z
DHS Hurricane 301Z is another popular ZLC composite blade that targets a similar player profile seeking a fast yet controllable blade with good spin potential. While its exact feel might differ, it shares characteristics of ZLC compositions that provide both offensive power and maintained control for aggressive play styles.