Penn Battle III 3000X vs Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX

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Penn Battle III, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII3000, 1518032
Penn Battle III
Spinning
72.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.73 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight330g / 11.64oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €96.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/180
Shimano TLD II A, 20 II, right hand, 2-speed multi-roll, Lever Drag, TLD20IIA
Shimano TLD II A
Multireels
74.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.66 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1 / 1.7:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight1025g / 36.16oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €199.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20 II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Both Penn Battle III 3000X and Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Battle III 3000X offers a gear ratio of 6.2:1, while Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX stands out for a maximum drag of 30kg / 66,14lbs. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano TLD II A?

There are not much differences between the two comparables