Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Shimano TLD 20X
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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
Seafishing
63.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics5.85 out of 10
Gear ratio3.6:1
Maximum drag10.5kg / 23,15lbs
Weight668g / 23.56oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €179.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Both Penn Battle III 8000 HSX and Shimano TLD 20X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX offers a maximum drag of 13,6kg / 29,98lbs, while Shimano TLD 20X stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.
What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano TLD?
Penn Battle III 8000 HSX
- For 8 out of 10 (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover
Shimano TLD 20X
- Scoring 8.09 out of 10 (668g / 23,56oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- A line retrieval (per crank) of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
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