Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX
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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
Multireels
66.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.92 out of 10
Gear ratio4:9:1
Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs
Weight530g / 18.7oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €138.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20 LW LC
- 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 LC-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 LC-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.
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