Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX

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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 Tekota, 600 HGA, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK600HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €177.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size600 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 16/390

Conclusion

Both Penn Battle III 8000 HSX and Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX offers a gear ratio of 5.3:1, while Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

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

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX

  • Scoring 8.57 out of 10 (430g / 15,17oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot