Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX vs Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
91.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €234.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R
Spinning
29.20 out of 100
Value for money2 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight375g / 13.23oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €53.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 DH
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (9.1 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT and Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R?
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Exceptional value at €234.00, this reel offers impressive performance for the price, making it a top pick for serious spinning anglers and pros
Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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