The Babolat Viper 3.1 is Juan Lebrón’s 2027 racket and the top of Babolat’s range. It is a diamond with a high balance, a 3K carbon face, a carbon frame and an EVA Hard core.
At 370g (plus or minus 10g), it is heavy and stiff. Babolat built it for advanced and pro players who attack.
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Babolat Viper 3.1: Best Price Today
Padel Market has it for £333.99, with Amazon UK at £339.
Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Babolat Viper 3.1 |
|---|---|
| Brand and year | Babolat, 2027 |
| Shape and balance | Diamond, high balance |
| Weight | 370g (plus or minus 10g) |
| Thickness | 38mm |
| Core | EVA Hard |
| Face and frame | 3K carbon, carbon frame |
| Surface | Rough |
| Level | Advanced and pro |
Who It Suits
The Viper 3.1 is for strong, advanced attackers who want the most powerful racket Babolat makes. It suits players who can generate their own pace.
Good for
- Advanced and pro attackers
- Players who want maximum power
- Fans of Lebrón’s style
Not ideal for
- Beginners and intermediates
- Players who want comfort
- Players on a budget
How It Performs
The EVA Hard core means the ball comes off exactly as hard as you hit it. On a full swing, smashes are explosive.
On slower shots, you have to provide the pace yourself. That makes it demanding in defence and on touch shots.
If that sounds like too much, the Viper Soft 3.1 offers a similar shape with a kinder feel.
UK Prices Compared
| Shop | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Padel Market | £333.99 | Check price |
| Amazon UK | £339.00 | Check price |
There is only about £5 between the two shops.
Our Verdict
The Viper 3.1 is a pro level weapon. It is expensive and unforgiving, but for strong attackers it is one of the best rackets money can buy.
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Common Questions
What is the difference between the Babolat Viper 3.1 and the Viper Soft 3.1?
The Viper 3.1 uses a hard core and 3K carbon for maximum power. The Soft uses Soft Carbon and Black EVA for comfort.
Is the Babolat Viper 3.1 good for intermediate players?
No. It is built for advanced and pro players.
Where is the Babolat Viper 3.1 cheapest?
Padel Market at £333.99 when we checked.
Prices checked on 6 November 2026. Specs from Babolat and Padel Market.
