Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX

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Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT

Feeder And Match

3000-c (match)x

63.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.98 out of 10

Ergonomics6.06 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05 lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €49.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C (Match)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

78.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.65 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.3 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €196.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX edges out Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (6) and the total score (7.89 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05 lbs and a gear ratio of 5.3:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X

With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05 lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease