Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX vs Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX
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Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
78.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €71.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Shimano Torium
Multireels
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight1000g / 35.27oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €184.30
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sahara FJ and Shimano Torium?
Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.13 out of 10 (280g / 9,88oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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