Li-Ning Halbertec 8000

The Li‑Ning Halbertec 8000 is an even‑balanced performance racket designed to deliver a blend of controlled power and fast handling. Built with T1100 high‑modulus carbon fibre, it offers excellent stability and repulsion while maintaining a smooth, predictable feel on contact. Its medium‑flex shaft supports easy acceleration without compromising precision, giving players a controlled response across all phases of play.

In the 4U weight class (80–84 g), the Halbertec 8000 provides quick manoeuvrability and rapid recovery, making it well suited to fast exchanges in both attack and defence. The aerodynamic frame profile reduces drag for sharper drives and quicker mid‑court reactions, while the even balance keeps the racket steady without feeling overly head‑light. The frame supports string tensions up to 30 lbs, allowing players to tailor the string bed for crisp feedback and enhanced shuttle control.

This model is notably associated with Fu Haifeng, the Olympic and World Champion renowned for his explosive yet highly controlled playing style. His use of the Halbertec 8000 highlights the racket’s ability to deliver stability, precision and accessible power, being qualities that make it a dependable choice for intermediate to advanced players seeking a versatile, high‑performance option.

• Model: Halbertec 8000 (4U)
• Brand: Li Ning
• Length: 675mm
• Frame: T1100 high‑modulus carbon / high‑density carbon fibre
• Shaft diameter: 6.8 mm shaft
• Material: T1100 high‑modulus carbon / high‑density carbon fibre
• Technologies: ACC‑RIF Tech, HDF Shock Absorption System,TB Nano + T1100 carbon construction
• Balance: Even-balanced
• Stiffness: Medium flexible
• Maximum tension: 4U: ≤30 lbs