Penn Battle III 3000X vs Shimano Tiagra 50WAX

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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 Tiagra, 50WA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI50WA
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
86.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1 / 1.3:1
Maximum drag17kg / 37.48lbs
Weight2447g / 86.32oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €633.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size50WA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 50WAX edges out Penn Battle III 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.62 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 3000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano Tiagra?

Penn Battle III 3000X

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups