Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X vs Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

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Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT, 3000-C (Match), left and right hand, Match fishing reel, Front Drag, 10217-300
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
Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R
Spinning
29.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €49.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 DH
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05 lbs) and weight (260g / 9,17oz). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT and Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R?

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
  • Rated 8.51 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting