Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX vs Shimano Super 4000 GT RD
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Daiwa 23 Caldia SW
Seafishing
66.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.81 out of 10
Ergonomics5.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €242.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300
Shimano Super 4000 GT RD
Spinning
37.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag3.0 kg - 6.6 lbs
Weight355 g - 12.5oz
Line retireve per crank86 cm / 33.9 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €89.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25-260 / 0.30-180 / 0.35-130 / 0.40-100 lb/yds: 8-240 / 10-200 / 12-160
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Super 4000 GT RD, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (8.81 out of 10). While Shimano Super 4000 GT RD may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Caldia SW and Shimano Super 4000 GT RD?
Daiwa 23 Caldia SW 8000-HX
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
- Scoring 8.2 out of 10 (630g / 22,22oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Super 4000 GT RD
- The 5 out of 10 (4.8:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
- 8.1 out of 10 (86 cm / 33.9 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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