Shimano Catana FE C 3000X vs Shimano Talica II 10IIX

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Shimano Catana FE, C 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, CATC3000FE
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
53.00 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 drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
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 sizeC 3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210
Shimano Talica II, 10II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, TAC10II
Shimano Talica II
Multireels
88.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.53 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight520g / 18.34oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €420.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 20/270

Conclusion

Shimano Talica II 10IIX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE C 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). While Shimano Catana FE C 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica II 10IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Catana FE and Shimano Talica II?

Shimano Catana FE C 3000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Talica II 10IIX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.