Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX vs Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX
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Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €212.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Shimano Torium
Multireels
83.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs
Weight790g / 27.87oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €279.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.6/429
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX edges out Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). Still, Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a gear ratio of 5.1:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Shimano Torium?
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX
- With a score like 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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