Delphin HORNET 40X vs Shimano Torium 30PGAX
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Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.6 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight340g / 11oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/500

Shimano Torium
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.84 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight575g
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €286.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30PGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/320
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 30PGAX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 30PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Shimano Torium?
Shimano Torium 30PGAX
- With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
- Scoring 8.08 out of 10 (575g), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
- Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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