Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX

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 Ultegra, C2000SD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC2000SD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
76.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €125.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000SD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX clearly outshines Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX, offering significantly better performance in weight (180g / 6,35oz) and durability (8.5 out of 10). While Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

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

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.