Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX vs Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX

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 Regal LT
Spinning
54.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €52.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX 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 Regal LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX
- 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.
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