Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX

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Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 5000D-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-506
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-
Penn Squall II Levelwind, 20 LW, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 1545925
Penn Squall II Levelwind
Multireels
66.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio4:9:1
Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs
Weight500g / 17.64oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €130.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20 LW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX 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 Penn Squall II Levelwind?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX

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