Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X vs Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X
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Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD
Feeder And Match
91.10 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight395g / 13.93oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €199.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4012
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
65.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €63.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Conclusion
Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and total score (9.11 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD and Shimano Sahara FJ?
Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X
- With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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