Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

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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 TALICA II A, 20IIA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TAC20IIA
Shimano TALICA II A
Multireels
20iiax
69.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs
Weight1030g / 36.33oz
Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €577.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20IIA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290

Conclusion

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX edges out Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch and a maximum drag of 13,6kg / 29,98lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III Long Cast and Shimano TALICA II A?

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
  • 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

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

  • Higher gear ratio of 5.2:1 (scoring 9.4 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.