Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX

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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 size501 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

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 Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX edges out Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (410g / 14,46oz) and the durability (8.57 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.