Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX

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

Penn Battle III Long Cast
Spinning
8000 Lcx
53.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight748g / 26.39oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €177.40
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 LC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/485
Conclusion
Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX edges out Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the total score (7.08 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Penn Battle III Long Cast?
Penn Slammer IV 8500 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
Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX
- 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
- 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
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