Shimano TLD 25X vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX

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Shimano TLD

Seafishing

75.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.81 out of 10

Gear ratio3.6:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight695g / 24.52oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €183.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Penn Battle III Long Cast

Spinning

8000 Lcx

53.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.59 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1

Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs

Weight748g / 26.39oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €177.40
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 LC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/485

Conclusion

Shimano TLD 25X clearly outshines Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.61 out of 10) and weight (695g / 24,52oz). While Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TLD 25X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano TLD and Penn Battle III Long Cast?

Shimano TLD 25X

With a gear ratio of 5.33 out of 10 (3.6:1), torque gets higher priority than speed and makes the reel great for deep sea drops or hauling heavy fish from the bottom
Scoring 8.01 out of 10 (695g / 24,52oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.