Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS

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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 Tyrnos 50 II LRS

Multireels

78.90 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1/1.5:1

Maximum drag19kg / 41.89 lbs

Weight1625g / 57.32oz

Line retireve per crank111/41 cm - 43.70/16.14 inch

Ball bearings4 ARB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €337.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50 II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 50/700. 80/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS clearly outshines Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and gear ratio (4.0:1/1.5:1). While Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III Long Cast and Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS?

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 Tyrnos 50 II LRS

A gear ratio of 4.0:1/1.5:1 (scoring 6.11 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.