Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Daiwa Fuego LT 3000D-CX

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-040
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
81.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260
Daiwa Fuego LT, 3000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10225-305
Daiwa Fuego LT
Spinning
3000d-cx
66.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €77.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX edges out Daiwa Fuego LT 3000D-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (90 centimeter / 35.43 inch). Still, Daiwa Fuego LT 3000D-CX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Daiwa Fuego LT?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa Fuego LT 3000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency