Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX vs Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000X

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
94.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
65.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €63.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC 3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and total score (9.48 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano Sahara FJ?
Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000X
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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