Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

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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 Stradic SWB

Seafishing

86.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.73 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €219.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX clearly outshines Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.6:1) and weight (450g / 15,87oz). While Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III Long Cast and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

Scoring 8.8 out of 10 (4.6:1), this reel offers a faster line retrieval, making it a good option for chasing pelagics or (and in practice useful for to quickly reset)
Scoring 8.71 out of 10 (450g / 15,87oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.