Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX

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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
Shimano Spheros SW, SPC3000HGSW, Saltwater fishing reel , front drag, SPC3000HGSW
Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
40.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €96.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeSPC3000HGSW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III Long Cast and Shimano Spheros SW?

Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX

  • For 8 out of 10 (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover

Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX

  • With a weight score of 9.26 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.