Wilson Ultra 100 v5 Racket Specs
Explore the Wilson Ultra 100 v5 by racket part and spec. This 300 g, 100 sq in frame combines a dual-tapered beam with SI3D and FortyFive technologies.
Wilson Ultra 100 v5 Specs
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Racket specs
Head size 100 sq in / 645 cm²
The hitting-surface area. Larger heads usually add forgiveness and easy power; smaller heads usually favor precision and a more compact response.
At 100 sq in / 645 cm², the Wilson Ultra 100 v5 uses the versatile modern midpoint between forgiveness, power, and directional control.
Unstrung weight 300 g / 10.6 oz
The frame weight before strings, overgrip, or dampener are added. More mass can improve stability and plow-through, while less mass is generally easier to accelerate.
This 300 g / 10.6 oz measurement means the Wilson Ultra 100 v5 sits in a manageable performance range with useful stability and acceleration.
Strung weight 316 g / 11.1 oz
The measured weight after strings are installed. This is closer to the weight a player swings, though an overgrip and dampener can add several more grams.
This 316 g / 11.1 oz measurement means the Wilson Ultra 100 v5 has enough playing mass for stability, but asks more of timing and endurance.
Length 27 in / 68.58 cm
The end-to-end racket length. Standard adult frames are 27 inches; extra length can add reach and serve leverage but can reduce maneuverability.
At 27 in / 68.58 cm, this is a standard-length adult frame, preserving familiar reach and maneuverability.
Balance 320 mm unstrung
Where the racket mass is centered. A more head-light balance is easier to maneuver, while more mass toward the head can add stability and power.
The 320 mm unstrung balance keeps this frame maneuverable for its weight while leaving useful mass through contact.
String pattern 16x19
The number of main and cross strings. More open patterns usually help launch and spin, while denser patterns often improve directional control and string life.
The 16x19 pattern balances accessible spin and depth with familiar all-court predictability in the Wilson Ultra 100 v5.
Construction SI3D / FortyFive / dual-tapered beam
The frame layup, geometry, and named structural technologies. Together they tune flex, stability, response, and vibration feel.
SI3D / FortyFive / dual-tapered beam is the listed construction package for this generation, used to tune the Wilson Ultra 100 v5 response, stability, and vibration feel.
Stringing advice 50-60 lbs
The manufacturer-supported tension range. Lower tension generally adds depth and pocketing; higher tension generally produces a firmer, lower-launch response.
The 50-60 lbs range gives this frame room for a softer, deeper response at the low end or a firmer, lower-launch bed at the high end.
Specs verified against Wilson's official Ultra 100 v5 product data. Strung weight is Wilson's published finished specification and can vary with string choice.
String recommendations
The Ultra 100 v5 has ample power and a firm-enough response that control should come from a moderate string setup, not extreme tension. Start a controlled multi around 54 lbs or soft poly around 49 lbs. Players with arm sensitivity should avoid old polyester and favor multi or a hybrid.
Starting points are editorial guidance, not a medical guarantee. Technique, ball, court, climate, and restringing frequency all change the result.
HEAD Velocity MLT
Best for: Developing and intermediate players
The controlled multi tempers the Ultra’s power while keeping the setup comfortable and easy to maintain.
Watch for: Frequent breakers may eventually need a hybrid or thicker string.
Wilson NXT
Best for: Comfort-first players with medium swings
NXT adds pocketing to the v5’s improved feel and lets the frame provide the power.
Watch for: If balls launch long, increase tension only 2 lbs at the next restring.
Solinco Hyper-G Soft
Best for: Fast-swinging topspin players
A shaped soft poly lowers launch and adds bite without pairing this powerful frame with an unnecessarily hard bed.
Watch for: Poly is appropriate only when it is restrung on playability, not just breakage.
What other players and experts recommend
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Velocity MLT 16 at 54 lbs
Community advice for an Ultra 100 v5 beginner recommended Velocity MLT at 54 lbs for a balanced response and Hyper-G around 45 lbs only if trying poly.
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Prince Premier Control or Volkl Cyclone
An Ultra owner recommended Premier Control for a multi setup and Cyclone for poly, with poly installed roughly 10 percent looser.
Player discussion Reddit r/10s: Wilson Ultra: Stringing etc. -
Round polyester at 52-54 lbs
A technical review recommends a round control poly such as 4G or ALU Power in the low 50s to tame the Ultra 100 v5 launch angle.
