Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX

Penn Slammer IV
Spinning
8500 Hsx
70.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs
Weight870g / 30.69oz
Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €294.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8500 HS
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 39.0 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €196.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch). While Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX
- With a score like 8.5 out of 10 (225g / 7,94oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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