Delphin HORNET 50X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight360g / 12oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €26.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size50
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/400

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 39.0 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €196.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Delphin HORNET 50X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch). While Delphin HORNET 50X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Delphin HORNET and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.5 out of 10 (225g / 7,94oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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