Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Shimano Ultegra C2000SHGDX

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 Ultegra
Spinning
85.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €125.50
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC2000SHGD
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105
Conclusion
Shimano Ultegra C2000SHGDX edges out Penn Battle III 8000 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) and the weight (180g / 6,35oz). Still, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 13,6kg / 29,98lbs and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano Ultegra?
Shimano Ultegra C2000SHGDX
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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