Delphin HORNET 60X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX

Delphin HORNET
Spinning
44.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.63 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight380g / 13oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €27.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size60
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/440

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 60X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch). While Delphin HORNET 60X 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.
Similar comparisons

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX


Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX


Shimano Sedona 6000 FI vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 3000DX


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX


Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 2500C - Spinning reel with front drag


Shimano Catana FE 4000X vs Shimano Sedona 6000 FI


Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 2500C - Spinning reel with front drag


Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X vs Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX


Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 4000-CX


Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX


Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 4000D-CX vs Shimano Sedona 6000 FI


Shimano Sienna 4000X vs Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 4000-CX


Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX vs Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX


Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X vs Shimano Sienna 4000X


Shimano Catana 2500 RC vs Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 4000-CX


Shimano Vanford FA C3000XGAX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 2500HGFJX


Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX


Daiwa Sweepfire E 2500C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Sienna 4000X


Shimano Vanquish FC 4000XGCX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX
