Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX vs Shimano Sahara 4000 R
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Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €170.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Shimano Sahara 4000 R
Spinning
42.30 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3 kg / 6.61 lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €50.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130
Conclusion
Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 R, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.57 out of 10) and weight (410g / 14,46oz). While Shimano Sahara 4000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano Sahara 4000 R?
Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX
- Scoring 8.63 out of 10 (410g / 14,46oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Shimano Sahara 4000 R
- Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
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