Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX vs Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

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 Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
Spinning
37.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €51.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 SS DH HG
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130
Conclusion
Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and weight (280g / 9,88oz). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R 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 Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R?
Shimano Sahara FJ 4000 XGX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- 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.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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