Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX

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Penn Battle III Long Cast, 8000 LC, left and right hand, Long cast spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII8000LC , 1519206
Penn Battle III Long Cast
Spinning
8000 Lcx
53.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight748g / 26.39oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €177.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 LC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/485
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G), 20000-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing reel, Front Drag, 10310-200
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
68.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight890g / 31.39oz
Line retireve per crank143 centimeter / 56.3 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €889.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.55/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX edges out Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs). Still, Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III Long Cast and Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)?

Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX

  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • 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

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.