Shimano Catana FE 2500X vs Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX
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Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
51.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €30.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight600g / 21.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €168.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size16HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX edges out Shimano Catana FE 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.56 out of 10) and the total score (6.48 out of 10). Still, Shimano Catana FE 2500X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 73 centimeter / 28.74 inch and a gear ratio of 5.0:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Shimano Torium?
Shimano Catana FE 2500X
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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