Shimano AERO XR C3000X vs Shimano Sahara 500 FI
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Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings5+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €114.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Shimano Sahara 500 FI
Spinning
44.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2.5kg / 5.52 lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €62.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500
- Handle typeHandle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60
Conclusion
Shimano AERO XR C3000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (8.1 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR C3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Shimano Sahara 500 FI?
Shimano AERO XR C3000X
- With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
- With a line retrieve of 73 centimeter / 28.74 inch (5.43 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing
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