Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
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Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €409.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size-
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/85
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310
Conclusion
Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.0:1) and line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG and Shimano Spheros SW A?
Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG
- A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6.0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
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