Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX vs Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 4000-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-404
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
78.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.3 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €196.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ, 2500SHGFJ, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SH2500SHGFJ
Shimano 21 Sahara FJ
Spinning
64.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €63.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500SHGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX edges out Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the total score (7.89 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 4kg / 8,82lbs 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 Shimano 21 Sahara FJ?

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups