Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX vs Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX

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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 TLD II A

Multireels

74.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.66 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1 / 1.7:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight1025g / 36.16oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €199.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20 II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX edges out Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (275g / 9,7oz) and the ergonomics (6.08 out of 10). Still, Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.