Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX vs Daiwa Crossfire LT 5000-CX

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.3 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €209.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Daiwa Crossfire LT

Spinning

52.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.88 out of 10

Ergonomics6.03 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €42.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa Crossfire LT 5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Crossfire LT 5000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
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
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.