Shimano FX 4000 FCX vs Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX
Shimano FX
Spinning
49.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 FC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Shimano Catana FE
Spinning
53.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.74 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €34.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Conclusion
Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano FX 4000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) and ball bearings (3+1). While Shimano FX 4000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Catana FE 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano FX and Shimano Catana FE?
There are not much differences between the two comparables
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