Xiom Zetro Quad vs Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S)
A side-by-side of Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) and one of Xiom’s best-known blades: Loki’s own manufacturer specification against the competitor’s published construction and category, with no claim either one wins outright.
Xiom Zetro Quad features a multi-layer composite construction with Hinoki veneers for heavy looping. The Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) pairs a compact head profile with inner Aramid Carbon, enhancing recovery speed and quick wrist acceleration in close-to-table fast exchanges.
Head-to-Head Specification Comparison
Direct comparison of core material parameters, playing dynamics, and UK retail price points.
| Specification | Xiom Zetro Quad | Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) |
|---|---|---|
| Category / Role | OFF+ Offensive Blade | OFF+ Offensive Blade |
| Blade Composition | 5 Wood + 2 Zylon + 2 Carbon (Kiso Hinoki, 9-ply "QUAD" construction) | 5 Wood + 2 Inner Aramid Carbon |
| Thickness | 7.0mm | 6.0mm (±0.1mm) |
| Head Size & Weight | 157×150mm (~86–89g, varies naturally) | 157×150mm (~89g (estimate)) |
| UK Retail Price | ≈£111 (converted from $140 USD at ~0.79 exchange rate) | £174.99 inc. VAT |
| Tournament Compliance | ITTF Tournament Legal | ✔ ITTF 85% Natural Wood Rule Compliant |
Why This Pairing
Understanding the technical rationale and playstyle alignment behind this comparison.
Zetro Quad is Xiom’s most popular all-round attacking blade. Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version goes after the same crisp, quick-release forehand game, built as a new-generation 5-ply wood + 2-ply ADC layup.
Note: Think of this as a positioning match, not a promise of an identical feel — ply counts, fibre types and factory tolerances vary between any two brands, Loki included. If Zetro Quad worked for you, treat Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) as an informed starting point in our range, not a guaranteed like-for-like.
Complete Your Setup with Recommended Loki Equipment
Pair this setup with complementary tournament rubbers and accessories.
Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S)
5-ply wood + 2-ply new-generation ADC blade; crisp elasticity for quick-release forehand attacks
Loki Rxton 7
Tacky offensive rubber with balanced speed and high dwell for topspin development.
Loki Rxton 3 Max
Versatile all-round tacky sheet with medium cake sponge for control and placement.
Common questions
Is the Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) as good as the Xiom Zetro Quad?
Loki UK doesn’t claim the Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) is objectively better than the Xiom Zetro Quad, and this page isn’t trying to declare a winner. Xiom Zetro Quad features a multi-layer composite construction with Hinoki veneers for heavy looping. The Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) pairs a compact head profile with inner Aramid Carbon, enhancing recovery speed and quick wrist acceleration in close-to-table fast exchanges.
What is the Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) made of?
The Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) is an OFF+ Offensive Blade, built as 5 Wood + 2 Inner Aramid Carbon. That’s Loki’s own manufacturer specification for the Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) specifically, from Loki’s 2026 catalogue — see the table above for thickness and weight.
Is the Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) legal for ITTF and Table Tennis England tournaments?
Yes. The Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) is ITTF 85% Natural Wood Rule Compliant, so it’s legal for British League, county championships and sanctioned local league play, the same as the Xiom Zetro Quad.
How much does the Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) cost compared to the Xiom Zetro Quad?
The Xiom Zetro Quad is priced at ≈£111 (converted from $140 USD at ~0.79 exchange rate). The Loki Liang Jingkun ADC Special Version (Size S) costs £174.99 inc. VAT — check the live price above, since it updates automatically as stock and pricing change, unlike a figure typed into a page.
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Editorial & Compliance Disclosure: Category, construction, thickness, head size and tournament-legality facts for the competitor blade are drawn from its own manufacturer product listing. Loki figures are manufacturer specification from Loki’s 2026 catalogue. This page does not use or cite any third-party community rating site. UK competitor pricing is sourced from the relevant official UK distributor, dated on this page. Loki UK has no business relationship or endorsement from competitor manufacturers. All competitor trademarks belong to their respective owners.