Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet Badminton Racket (5U)

The Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet (HBRX-6U009-1-5U) in 5U is the lightest version of Hundred's attacking Nitrix 80 Bullet, built for quick handling. It keeps the head-heavy balance, ultra-thin 5.9 mm Mid Flex shaft and Curve² frame shape of the range. Supplied in 5U weight with a G6 grip, it takes up to 30 lbs tension. Suited to advanced doubles players who want fast reactions with attacking intent.

₹ 15,990.00 ₹ 12,443.00 GOS Price
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★4.6

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Weight - 5UBalance - Head HeavyFlexibility - Mid Flex
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The 5U Nitrix 80 Bullet is the lightest of the three: the fastest to swing and the easiest on the arm. It keeps the head-heavy balance and 5.9 mm shaft of the range, so it still attacks, but it is built for quick reactions over raw power. We rate it best for doubles players who live in fast, flat exchanges and anyone who wants speed without giving up attacking intent. Rear-court smashers should choose the 4U or 3U.

Overall ★4.6
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Attack (4.5/5)
Defence (4.5/5)
Net Area (5/5)
Control (4.5/5)

Product Details

BrandHundred
ModelNitrix 80 Bullet
Style CodeHBRX-6U009-1-5U
SeriesNitrix
Weight / Grip5U / G6
BalanceHead Heavy
FlexMid Flex
Shaft Diameter5.9 mm
Frame ShapeCurve²
Technologies5.9 mm Ultra-Thin Shaft, Curve² Frame, Head-Heavy Balance
Max Tension30 lbs
Player LevelAdvanced / Professional
Player TypeAttacking
Country of OriginChina
MRPRs. 15,990 (inclusive of all taxes)

God of Sports Expert Verdict on Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet Badminton Racket (5U):

  • The Nitrix 80 Bullet sits at the top of Nitrix, Hundred's smash-focused series, and the 5U is its lightest version. It keeps the series' attacking identity, a head-heavy balance on Hundred's Curve² frame, but in a much lighter package that is built around quicker handling.
  • The defining part of the racket is its 5.9 mm shaft, the thinnest of any Nitrix racket GOS stocks. In 5U it is Mid Flex, the same as the 4U, while the 3U uses Hard Flex. That shaft bends enough to help load a short, fast swing, yet Hundred builds it to hold its line through contact.
  • The 5U is a genuinely different racket from its heavier siblings, not just a lighter copy. Less overall mass means faster reactions in drives and at the net, but less weight behind a full smash. Hundred also sets a lower maximum string tension for the 5U: 30 lbs, against 32 lbs on the 3U and 4U.
  • It suits advanced players who want head-heavy attacking intent without the swing weight of a 3U or 4U: doubles players who play fast and flat, and anyone who values reaction speed over the heaviest possible smash. A player who wants a truly head-light or even-balanced frame should look at a dedicated speed racket instead.

Technology Breakdown:

  • 5.9 mm Ultra-Thin Shaft — speed through the swing: The thinnest shaft in the Nitrix line cuts air drag, so the racket head reaches speed quickly even on a compact swing. Hundred designs it to stay stable through contact, so fast drives and smashes still go where you aim them.
  • Mid Flex Shaft (5U) — easier loading on short swings: The 5U shares the 4U's Mid Flex shaft. It flexes enough to store energy on a quick, short stroke and release it at contact, which suits the rushed, reactive shots of fast doubles better than the 3U's Hard Flex.
  • Head-Heavy Balance at 5U — attack in a light frame: Unlike most 5U rackets, which lean head-light for speed, the 80 Bullet keeps its weight towards the head. The result is a light racket that still pushes the shuttle down with intent, though the very fastest net exchanges favour a head-light frame.
  • Curve² Frame Shape — an attacking platform: Hundred's Curve² head shape is shared across the Nitrix power rackets and gives a consistent string bed for repeated attacking shots.
  • 30 lbs Maximum Tension — know the limit: The 5U's frame is rated to 30 lbs, lower than the heavier versions. Players used to stringing above 30 lbs on a 3U or 4U should drop their tension for this racket.

Performance Ratings:

Category Score (/10) Notes
Attack 9 The head-heavy balance and fast 5.9 mm shaft still produce sharp, steep smashes, but with less mass behind them than the 3U or 4U; power relies more on swing speed.
Defence 9 The light frame comes back quickly for blocks and counter-drives. Against very heavy smashes, a little more weight would add stability on the block.
Net Area 10 This is where the 5U pulls ahead of its siblings: interceptions, net kills and quick pushes come fast, with enough head weight to finish downward rather than just block.
Control 9 The Mid Flex shaft is forgiving on short, rushed strokes and the thin shaft holds its line; the lower mass means placement depends a little more on clean contact under pressure.

Racket Finder — Is This Right for You?

  • Advanced doubles players who play fast and flat: quick recovery between shots suits drive exchanges and front-court interceptions, while the head-heavy balance still helps you attack when the shuttle is lifted.
  • Players who find a 4U or 3U tiring: a lighter overall racket is easier to swing repeatedly over a long session and puts less load on the arm and shoulder.
  • Attackers who rely on hand speed rather than strength: the light frame and Mid Flex shaft reward a fast, compact swing.
  • Not for you if you want maximum smash power: the 4U, or the heavier and stiffer 3U, put more weight behind every smash and clear.
  • Not for you if you want a pure speed racket: if you prefer a head-light or even-balanced frame, an even-balanced 5U such as the Yonex Nanoflare 800 will feel quicker at the net.
  • Not for you if you are a beginner: despite its light weight, this is a professional-level, head-heavy frame. Developing players progress faster with a more forgiving all-round racket.

Playing Style Guide:

  • Doubles Front-Court / Net Player

    • The 5U's strongest role. Fast interceptions and net kills, with enough head weight to drive the shuttle down rather than simply redirect it.
  • Doubles Drive and Mid-Court Player

    • Light enough to keep up in flat exchanges, with a Mid Flex kick that adds pace to short, punchy drives.
  • Rearcourt / Attacking Player

    • Capable of sharp, steep smashes from a fast swing, but a dedicated rear-court attacker will get more weight on the shuttle from the 4U or 3U.
  • Singles Player

    • Workable for a quick, counter-attacking singles game, but deep clears and finishing smashes need more effort than with the heavier versions, so most singles players are better served by the 4U.

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

Model Weight Balance Flex Shaft Max Tension Best For
Nitrix 80 Bullet 5U (this racket) 5U Head-heavy Mid Flex 5.9 mm 30 lbs Fast doubles and quick reactions, with attacking intent
Nitrix 80 Bullet (4U) 4U Head-heavy Mid Flex 5.9 mm 32 lbs The all-round pick: power and speed for singles and doubles
Nitrix 80 Bullet (3U) 3U Head-heavy Hard Flex 5.9 mm 32 lbs Maximum smash and clear power for singles
Nitrix Thunder (5U) 5U Head-heavy Flexible 7.0 mm 32 lbs A lighter head-heavy power frame with a more flexible, easier shaft

Cross-Brand Comparison:

Model Brand Weight Balance Flex Best For
Axforce 80 (5U) Li-Ning 5U (78 g) Head-heavy Medium / Flexible A premium light power frame with a softer shaft
Axforce Cannon Pro (5U) Li-Ning 5U Slightly head-heavy Flexible Easier, more forgiving light attacking power
Nanoflare 800 Yonex 5U (78 g) Even Stiff Pure speed for players who prefer an even balance over head-heavy attack

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

Spec Nitrix 80 Bullet (3U) Nitrix 80 Bullet (4U) Nitrix 80 Bullet (5U) (this racket)
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 5U good for doubles?

Yes - doubles is where the 5U fits best. Its light weight means the racket recovers quickly between shots, which matters in flat drive exchanges and at the net, and the Mid Flex shaft helps you generate pace from short, reactive swings. Unlike most 5U rackets it keeps a head-heavy balance, so you can still attack a lifted shuttle with intent. A doubles player who mainly stays at the back and smashes may prefer the 4U for extra weight behind the shuttle.

What is the difference between the 5U, 4U and 3U Nitrix 80 Bullet?

All three share the 5.9 mm shaft, Curve² frame and head-heavy balance, but they play differently. The 3U is the heaviest and uses a Hard Flex shaft, for maximum smash power in singles. The 4U drops to Mid Flex and balances power with speed. The 5U is the lightest, also Mid Flex, and is built for quicker handling. Hundred also rates the 5U to a lower maximum tension of 30 lbs, against 32 lbs on the 3U and 4U.

What string tension should I use on the Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet 5U?

Stay at or below 30 lbs, Hundred's maximum for the 5U. That is lower than the 32 lbs allowed on the 3U and 4U, so do not copy a tension from a heavier racket without checking it. Most advanced players are comfortable between 24 and 28 lbs on this frame. Lower tension adds repulsion, which helps a lighter racket generate power; higher tension gives more control but needs clean timing. In humid Indian conditions, restring regularly rather than raising the tension to compensate.

Does the 5U Nitrix 80 Bullet have enough power for smashing?

Yes, but the power comes more from your swing speed than from the racket's weight. The head-heavy balance and fast 5.9 mm shaft still produce sharp, steep smashes, which is unusual for such a light frame. What you lose compared with the 4U and 3U is mass behind the shuttle, so the heaviest full smashes from the back of the court will land with less weight. For players with fast hands, the quicker recovery after each smash often matters more.

Is the Hundred Nitrix 80 Bullet 5U easier on the arm?

Generally, yes. A lighter racket takes less effort to swing repeatedly, so the 5U is less tiring than the 4U or 3U over a long session, and its Mid Flex shaft is more forgiving than the 3U's Hard Flex. It is still a head-heavy frame, though, so it is not as easy on the shoulder as a light, even-balanced or head-light racket. If you are managing an existing shoulder or elbow problem, get advice from a physiotherapist before changing racket.

Is the Nitrix 80 Bullet 5U a speed racket or a power racket?

It sits between the two. Hundred builds it as an attacking racket, with a head-heavy balance and the series' smash-focused design, but at 5U it handles much faster than a typical power frame. Think of it as a light attacking racket rather than a pure speed racket: quick enough for fast doubles, but with the head weight to push the shuttle down. Players who want the quickest possible net play should compare it with an even-balanced 5U such as the Yonex Nanoflare 800.

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, which suits the fast exchanges this 5U is built for, but players with larger hands or those used to G5 often add one or two overgrips. That is easy and inexpensive to adjust, so grip size should not decide whether this racket suits you.