Delphin HORNET 40X vs Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

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 Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.79 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag3 kg - 6.61 lbs
Weight390 g - 13.76oz
Line retireve per crank95 cm / 37.40 inch
Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €109.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 S
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-240 / 0,20-220 / 0,25-140 / 0,30-100 lb/yds: 6-180 / 8-120 / 10-100
Conclusion
Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 40X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 cm / 37.40 inch) and maximum drag (3 kg - 6.61 lbs). While Delphin HORNET 40X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag?
Shimano Stradic GTM 4000S RC Spinning reel with fighting drag
- Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3 kg - 6.61 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 cm / 37.40 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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