Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet Badminton Racket (3U)

The Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet (HBRX-6U009-1-3U) in 3U is an advanced power racket from Hundred's Nitrix series, built for attacking players. It combines a head-heavy balance with an ultra-thin 5.9 mm Hard Flex shaft and Hundred's Curve² frame shape for heavy smashes and deep clears. Supplied in 3U weight with a G6 grip, it takes up to 32 lbs tension. Best suited to advanced singles players.

₹ 15,990.00 ₹ 12,443.00 GOS Price
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Weight - 3UBalance - Head HeavyFlexibility - Hard Flex
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The 3U Nitrix 80 Bullet is the heavier version: harder smashes and deeper clears, but slower to move around the court. Its head-heavy balance and Hard Flex 5.9 mm shaft reward a strong, well-timed swing with real weight on every attacking shot. We see it as the pick for advanced singles players who want extra power from the rearcourt. Fast doubles players and developing players should look at the lighter 4U or a more flexible Nitrix.

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Attack (5/5)
Defence (4/5)
Net Area (4/5)
Control (4/5)

Product Details

BrandHundred
ModelNitrix 80 Bullet
Style CodeHBRX-6U009-1-3U
SeriesNitrix
Weight / Grip3U / G6
BalanceHead Heavy
FlexHard Flex
Shaft Diameter5.9 mm
Frame ShapeCurve²
Technologies5.9 mm Ultra-Thin Shaft, Curve² Frame, Head-Heavy Balance
Max Tension32 lbs
Player LevelAdvanced / Professional
Player TypeAttacking
MRPRs. 15,990 (inclusive of all taxes)

God of Sports Expert Verdict on Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet Badminton Racket (3U):

  • The Nitrix 80 Bullet is the attacking flagship of Hundred's power-focused Nitrix series, and the 3U is its heaviest version: a frame built for players who want every smash and clear to land with real weight behind it.
  • Hundred pairs a head-heavy balance with an ultra-thin 5.9 mm shaft and its Curve² frame shape. In the 3U, that shaft is Hard Flex, so the racket rewards a fast, full swing with a direct, powerful response rather than a soft, whippy kick.
  • Hundred rates it for professional-level attacking players, and the 3U amplifies that brief: more mass in the swing means harder smashes and deeper clears, at the cost of slower handling in quick exchanges.
  • This is a singles power racket for an advanced player with a strong, well-timed swing who wants extra power from the rearcourt. Doubles players who live in flat drive battles will be better served by a lighter weight.

Technology Breakdown:

  • 5.9 mm Ultra-Thin Shaft — speed through the swing: Hundred's thinnest Nitrix shaft moves through the air with less drag, so the heavy 3U head still accelerates quickly on a full smash. Hundred designs it to hold its line through contact, which keeps a hard smash going where you aimed it.
  • Head-Heavy Balance — weight behind every shot: More of the racket's mass sits towards the head, which adds momentum to smashes and makes deep clears from the back of the court easier to reach. The trade-off is a slower recovery when the shuttle comes back fast and flat.
  • Hard Flex Shaft (3U) — direct power for a fast swing: The 3U uses a Hard Flex shaft, while the 4U and 5U versions use Mid Flex. A stiffer shaft bends less at impact, so a player who already swings fast gets a sharper, more direct response; a slower swing will find it harder to load.
  • Curve² Frame Shape — an attacking platform: Hundred's Curve² frame is the head shape shared across the Nitrix power rackets, giving a consistent, attack-ready string bed for repeated smashes and steep downward shots.

Performance Ratings:

Category Score (/10) Notes
Attack 10 This is the racket's whole purpose: 3U mass, a head-heavy balance and a Hard Flex shaft combine for heavy, steep smashes and clears that reach the back line with ease.
Defence 8 Solid when you have time to set up a lift or a long defensive clear, but the heavier head is slower to recover against fast smashes aimed at the body.
Net Area 8 Capable of firm net kills when you are early, but quick interceptions and fast net exchanges feel slower than on a lighter or more head-light frame.
Control 8 The thin shaft holds its line well on full swings, but the weight and stiffness need clean timing; on rushed or off-balance shots, placement is less forgiving.

Racket Finder — Is This Right for You?

  • Advanced singles players who win from the rearcourt: if your game is built on deep clears and hard, steep smashes, the 3U gives you more power per swing than the lighter versions.
  • Strong attackers with a fast, well-timed swing: the Hard Flex shaft rewards players who already generate racket-head speed through technique.
  • Players stepping up within the Nitrix series: for a player who already likes the Nitrix Pro or Nitrix 70 Venom and wants a thinner-shafted, more aggressive power frame.
  • Not for you if you play mostly fast doubles: flat drives and quick net exchanges favour a lighter racket; consider the 4U or 5U Nitrix 80 Bullet, which also have the easier-to-load Mid Flex shaft.
  • Not for you if you are a beginner or developing intermediate: a heavy, head-heavy, hard-flex frame punishes late timing and tires the arm quickly. A flexible shaft such as the Nitrix 70 Volta is easier to learn with.

Playing Style Guide:

  • Rearcourt / Attacking Player

    • The Nitrix 80 Bullet 3U's natural home. Full smashes, jump smashes and steep downward shots get real weight, and deep clears reach the back line without extra effort.
  • Singles Player

    • A strong fit for an attacking singles game: the extra power lets you finish rallies from the back and push the opponent deep. Expect to rely on good footwork, because the heavier frame is slower to bring back for quick returns.
  • Doubles Rear Player

    • Effective for a doubles player who stays at the back and smashes repeatedly, provided your partner covers the net. Sustained drive exchanges will feel slower than with a lighter racket.
  • Frontcourt / Net Player

    • Not where this racket shines. Net kills are firm when you arrive early, but fast interceptions and repeated net battles suit a lighter, more head-light frame.

Same-Brand Comparison — Hundred Nitrix Rackets at God of Sports:

Model Weight Balance Flex Shaft Max Tension Best For
Nitrix 80 Bullet 3U (this racket) 3U Head-heavy Hard Flex 5.9 mm 32 lbs Advanced singles players who want maximum smash and clear power
Nitrix Pro (3U) 3U Head-heavy Hard Flex 6.5 mm 32 lbs A similar heavy power profile with a slightly thicker shaft
Nitrix 70 Venom (3U) 3U Head-heavy Hard Flex 6.1 mm 32 lbs Aggressive attackers who want a stiff power frame one step below the 80 Bullet
Nitrix 70 Volta (3U) 3U Head-heavy Flexible 7.0 mm 32 lbs Head-heavy power with a flexible shaft that is easier to load on a slower swing

Cross-Brand Comparison:

Model Brand Weight Balance Flex Best For
Axforce 90 (3U) Li-Ning 3U Head-heavy Medium Head-heavy 3U power with a more forgiving medium-flex shaft that is easier to load
Astrox 99 Pro (3rd Gen) Yonex 3U / 4U Head-heavy Stiff Maximum smash power for advanced attackers, at a premium price
Thruster Ryuga II Pro Victor 3U / 4U Head-heavy Stiff Heavy, stiff attacking frame with Victor's POWER RING PRO for extra swing weight

Nitrix 80 Bullet 3U vs 4U vs 5U — Which Weight Should You Choose?

Spec Nitrix 80 Bullet (3U) (this racket) Nitrix 80 Bullet (4U) Nitrix 80 Bullet (5U)
Weight Class 3U 4U 5U
Balance Head-heavy Head-heavy Head-heavy
Shaft Flex Hard Flex Mid Flex Mid Flex
Shaft Diameter 5.9 mm 5.9 mm 5.9 mm
Max Tension 32 lbs 32 lbs 30 lbs
Grip G6 G6 G6
Attack (/10) 10 10 9
Defence (/10) 8 9 9
Net Area (/10) 8 9 10
Control (/10) 8 9 9
Handling Slowest; most mass behind every shot Balanced power and speed Fastest; quickest recovery between shots
Effort on the Arm Highest: heavy and stiff Moderate Lowest: lightest frame
Best For Advanced singles players who want maximum smash and clear power The all-round pick for singles and doubles Fast doubles and quick reactions over raw power

Other Hundred Rackets also at God of Sports:

Is the Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet 3U good for singles?

Yes - singles is where the 3U makes the most sense. The heavier weight, head-heavy balance and Hard Flex shaft add power to smashes and make deep clears easier, which helps you push opponents to the back of the court and finish rallies from the rearcourt. The trade-off is slower handling, so it suits an advanced singles player with good footwork who sets up early. If your singles game relies more on quick counter-attacks and net pressure, the lighter 4U version will feel faster.

Should I choose the 3U or the 4U Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet?

Choose the 3U if raw power matters most and you play mainly singles from the rearcourt; choose the 4U if you want faster handling. Beyond weight, there is a real difference in shaft: Hundred lists the 3U with a Hard Flex shaft and the 4U and 5U with Mid Flex. So the 3U is both heavier and stiffer, giving harder smashes and deeper clears but demanding a faster, cleaner swing. The 4U is easier to load, quicker in drive exchanges and more forgiving over a long match.

What does the 5.9 mm shaft do on the Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet?

It helps a heavy racket swing fast. A 5.9 mm shaft is thinner than the shafts on the other Nitrix rackets GOS stocks, which range from 6.1 to 7.0 mm, so it cuts through the air with less drag. On a head-heavy 3U frame, that means the racket head still accelerates quickly on a full smash. Hundred designs the shaft to stay stable through contact, so the extra speed does not come at the cost of the shuttle wandering off line.

What string tension should I use on the Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet?

Stay at or below Hundred's maximum of 32 lbs. Within that limit, most advanced players stringing a power frame are comfortable between 25 and 29 lbs. Higher tension gives a crisper, more controlled response but needs a fast, accurate swing; lower tension adds repulsion and makes power easier to generate. With a Hard Flex shaft in the 3U, many players prefer the middle of that range. In hot, humid Indian conditions strings lose tension faster, so restring regularly rather than overcompensating with a higher tension.

Is the Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet 3U suitable for intermediate players?

Generally no. Hundred rates the Nitrix 80 Bullet for professional-level attacking players, and the 3U is the most demanding version: heavy, head-heavy and Hard Flex. An intermediate player who has not yet built a fast, well-timed swing will find it hard to load and tiring over a long session, which can also strain the shoulder. A strong intermediate moving into advanced singles may manage it, but the Nitrix 70 Volta, with its flexible shaft, is a much easier way to get head-heavy power.

How does the Nitrix 80 Bullet compare with the Nitrix Pro and Nitrix 70 Venom?

All three are head-heavy Hundred power rackets with the Curve² frame, a Hard Flex shaft in 3U and a 32 lbs maximum tension. The main difference is shaft thickness: the Nitrix 80 Bullet has the thinnest at 5.9 mm, the Nitrix 70 Venom 6.1 mm and the Nitrix Pro 6.5 mm. A thinner shaft cuts through the air faster, so the 80 Bullet is the most aggressive of the three. Choose the Nitrix Pro or Venom if you want a similar power profile with a slightly more conventional shaft.

Is the G6 grip on the Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet too thin?

For many players it simply needs an overgrip. G6 is a slimmer grip size than the G5 common on many other brands' rackets in India. A thinner handle helps with finger control and quick grip changes, but players with larger hands, or those used to G5, often add one or two overgrips to build it up. That is easy to adjust and costs little, so grip size should not decide whether this racket suits you. Try the grip with an overgrip before deciding it is too thin.