Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX vs Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R

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Penn Squall II Conventional, 40, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 1522173
Penn Squall II Conventional
Multireels
55.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.89 out of 10
Gear ratio6:1:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight545g / 19.22oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €169.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size40
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39
Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R
Spinning
29.20 out of 100
Value for money2 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight375g / 13.23oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €53.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 DH
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Conclusion

Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R, offering significantly better performance in weight (545g / 19,22oz) and ergonomics (5.89 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R?

Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

  • Scoring 8.18 out of 10 (545g / 19,22oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Solid value at €169.70, reliable and great performance, it’s a smart choice for a variety of multireels fishing needs

Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval