Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX
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Penn International VISW
Multireels
64.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.98 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1
Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs
Weight3205g / 113.05oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €979.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size80
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
78.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.3 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €196.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX edges out Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (230g / 8,11oz) and the gear ratio (5.2:1). Still, Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch and a durability of 5.98 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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