Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX vs Daiwa TANACOM 1200X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 TANACOM

Multireels

72.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.72 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio2.1:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight2040g / 71.96oz

Line retireve per crank59 centimeter / 23.23 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €603.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1200
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/1000

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa TANACOM 1200X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch). While Daiwa TANACOM 1200X 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 TANACOM?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-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
With a score like 8.5 out of 10 (225g / 7,94oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.