RPM Diesel vs Jade Widebody: Heavy and Stable or Quick? (2026)
Last updated: October 2026
Both have SICmatrix grit. The Diesel swings much heavier. Code PRH takes 15% off both.
The RPM Diesel 16mm is heavier and more stable: 8.7 oz, swing weight about 121.7, on a wide square face.
The Jade Widebody 16mm is quicker: 7.8 oz, swing weight 107, twist weight 6.9, and it scores 8.75 in our testing. Both use SICmatrix grit. The Jade is on sale now at $269.99, or $229.49 with code PRH. The Diesel has no published price yet; PRH takes 15% off both.
How we tested
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Side by side
- Weight: Diesel 8.7 oz. Jade Widebody 7.8 oz.
- Swing weight: Diesel about 121.7. Jade 107. That gap is big; you will feel it on every speed-up.
- Shape: Diesel is wide and nearly square, 16" by 8.25", 5" handle. Jade is a standard widebody with a 5.5" handle.
- Core: Diesel EPP foam. Jade MPP floating foam with an EVA perimeter.
- Face: both SICmatrix grit. The Diesel measures about 8.6 µm, rougher than most.
- Price: Jade $229.49 with PRH now. Diesel price not published yet.
Which one to buy
Buy the Jade Widebody if you want a durable-grit RPM today that still moves quickly at the kitchen. It is the better all-around paddle for most doubles players.
Wait for the Diesel if you want maximum stability and a heavy, planted feel, and you do not mind starting your hands early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Diesel heavier than the Jade?
Yes. The Diesel 16mm measures 8.7 oz and about 121.7 swing weight. The Jade Widebody 16mm is 7.8 oz and 107.
Do the Diesel and Jade use the same grit?
Both use RPM's SICmatrix silicon carbide grit. The cores differ: EPP in the Diesel, MPP floating foam in the Jade.
What code works on both?
PRH, 15% off at rpmpb.com/PRH.
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