Penn Battle III 3000X vs Shimano Vanquish FC 2500SCX

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 Vanquish FC, 2500SC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, VQ2500SC
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
88.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €407.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500SC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC 2500SCX edges out Penn Battle III 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (165g / 5,82oz) and the ergonomics (6.45 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 3000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a maximum drag of 6,8kg / 14,99lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Penn Battle III 3000X

  • 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