Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX
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Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
81.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight420g / 14.82oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €385.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5:3:1) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a weight of 420g / 14,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
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