Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX vs Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX

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-

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

78.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €71.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX edges out Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.