Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX vs Shimano AERO XR C3000X

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-

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

81.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €114.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX edges out Shimano AERO XR C3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.65 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch). Still, Shimano AERO XR C3000X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 210g / 7,41oz and a maximum drag of 9kg / 19,84lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.