Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €180.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000D-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €212.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX edges out Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). Still, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.6 out of 10 and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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