Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 2500X

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 4000D-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-406
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 39.0 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €196.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-
Daiwa Ninja LT, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10219-250
Daiwa Ninja LT
Spinning
62.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.87 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €42.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa Ninja LT 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.65 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch). While Daiwa Ninja LT 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.