Penn Battle III 3000X vs Shimano Catana 3000 SRC

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 Catana 3000 SRC
Spinning
49.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €33.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 S
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.2/220. 0.25/140, 0.3/100
Conclusion
Penn Battle III 3000X clearly outshines Shimano Catana 3000 SRC, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.73 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano Catana 3000 SRC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Battle III 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano Catana 3000 SRC?
Penn Battle III 3000X
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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