Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX vs Shimano Torium 30PGAX

Shimano TALICA II A, 20IIA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TAC20IIA
Shimano TALICA II A
Multireels
20iiax
69.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs
Weight1030g / 36.33oz
Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €577.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20IIA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290
Shimano Torium, 30PGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR30PGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.84 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight575g
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €286.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30PGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/320

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 30PGAX clearly outshines Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). While Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 30PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano TALICA II A and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Torium 30PGAX

  • With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
  • Scoring 8.08 out of 10 (575g), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs