Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Shimano Catana 4000 RC

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Shimano Tekota, 501 HGA, left hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK501HGA
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
Shimano Catana 4000 RC, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Catana 4000 RC
Spinning
46.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag7kg / 15.43 lbs
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €33.33
  • 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 501 HGA / Left-handedX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 4000 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.57 out of 10) and weight (410g / 14,46oz). While Shimano Catana 4000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano Catana 4000 RC?

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

  • 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 Catana 4000 RC

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing