Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX

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Penn Battle III, 8000 HS, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII8000HS, 1518039
Penn Battle III
Spinning
69.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight785g / 27.7oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €127.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/335
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 8000 HSX 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 8000 HSX offers a ball bearings of 6, while Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch. 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?

Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX

  • Scoring 8.93 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs