Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX vs Shimano Vanquish FC C3000XGCX

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-

Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
84.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €407.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC3000XGC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX edges out Shimano Vanquish FC C3000XGCX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano Vanquish FC C3000XGCX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a weight of 170g / 6oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Shimano Vanquish FC?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Similar comparisons

Mitchell 300 4000X vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) FC 2000-PX


Daiwa BG 8000X vs Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 3000-CX


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX vs Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 3000-CX


Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Mitchell 300 4000X


Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX


Shimano 20 Stella 4000 XGX vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX


Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX


Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX vs Mitchell 300 4000X


Mitchell 300 4000X vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX


Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX


Shimano 20 Stella 4000 XGX vs Shimano Sienna 2500X


Shimano Sienna 2500X vs Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX


Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX


Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX vs Shimano Sienna 2500X


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 2500DX vs Shimano Stradic GTM 3000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag


Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000X


Daiwa 23 Revros LT 2500X vs Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 3000-CX


Mitchell 300 4000X vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX


Shimano 20 Stella 4000 XGX vs Daiwa 23 Revros LT 2500X


Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000X vs Shimano Twin Power FE 3000XGFEX
