Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX vs Shimano Torium 30PGAX

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Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-205
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €181.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-
Shimano Torium, 30PGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR30PGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.84 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight575g
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €286.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30PGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/320

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 30PGAX edges out Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). Still, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 165g / 5,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Torium 30PGAX

  • Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs