Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX vs Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R

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Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 3000D-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-306
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.6 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-
Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R, Surfcasting Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10710-455
Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R
Seafishing
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.88 out of 10
Ergonomics5.51 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €125.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.6 inch) and durability (8.61 out of 10). While Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Daiwa Crosscast Surf 35 SCW QD Type R?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX

  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.6 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.