Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX
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 Twinpower FD 4000M HG
Spinning
4000mhgx
94.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €389.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000MHG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/165
Conclusion
Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX clearly outshines Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and weight (270g / 9,52oz). While Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn Battle III Long Cast and Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG?
Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX
- 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
Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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