Victor Thruster F C Ultra X 5U badminton racket

Ultra Lightweight Head-Heavy Racket 5U for Fast Reactions, Explosive Drive Shots, and Aggressive Doubles Play

Victor Thruster F C Ultra X 5U is the lightest and most controllable version of the Thruster F C Ultra X model. It is aimed at players who want the attacking character of the Thruster series but need more speed, agility, and an easier transition between offense and defense.

The model belongs to Victor's Thruster series, which is known for power, stability, and efficient energy transfer on attacking shots. Despite its low weight, the 5U version maintains a head-heavy balance, so the racket still helps generate stronger smashes, clears, and penetrating attacking shots.

The 5U version is the lightest in this series, making it especially suitable for fast doubles play, where responsiveness, intercepting, defense, drive exchanges, and quick preparation of the racket are important. The lighter weight enables easier maneuvering, which is a big advantage in rapid exchanges at the net and in defense.

A notable feature of this variant is the exceptionally thin 5.6 mm shaft, the thinnest among the three Thruster F C Ultra X model variants. In combination with the material Metallic Carbon Fiber, it allows more elasticity, quicker shaft return to the ready position, and an extra belted-like acceleration on impact.

Unlike the 3U and 4U variants, this model lacks Power Ring technology. As a result, the feel in the shaft is somewhat more flexible and lively, which helps create additional elasticity and easier acceleration on fast drive shots.

The handle uses Free Core technology, produced by injection molding. Since this is not a traditional wooden handle, the shaft can move more freely, the swing is smoother, and the feel in the hand is more comfortable and responsive.

The frame and shaft are reinforced, enabling stringing up to 13.5 kg or 30 lbs. Technologies such as Nano Fortify TR, 46T PYROFIL, Nano Aerogel, HARD CORED TECHNOLOGY and Metallic Carbon Fiber improve stability, vibration damping, stiffness, and shot precision.

Victor Thruster F C Ultra X 5U is an excellent choice for advanced doubles players who want an exceptionally fast, light, and explosive racket with an attacking character.

Who is it for?

We recommend Victor Thruster F C Ultra X 5U to players who:

• play fast and aggressive doubles play,
• want the lightest version of the Thruster F C Ultra X model,
• need very quick defensive reactions,
• frequently use drive shots and interceptions,
• prefer a head-heavy feel without excessive weight,
• appreciate a more flexible and lively shaft response,
• are looking for a racket for rapid exchanges and attacking transitions,
• seek a combination of power, speed, and comfort.

If you want maximum stability and power for singles play, the 3U/G5 variant is more suitable. If you want a middle ground between power and speed, the excellent choice is 4U/G5.

Flexibility: stiff
Weight: 78 g (5U)
Frame construction: High Resilience Modulus Graphite + 46T PYROFIL + Metallic Carbon Fiber + 5.8 SHAFT - Nano Gel, Nano Fortify TR
Balance: head heavy
Shape: isometric
Technology: Tr-Formation, Hard Cored Technology, WES 2.0, Free Core, Anti-Torsion System, string pattern 76
Recommended string tension: up to 13.5 kg

We recommend string: Victor VBS