Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Shimano Super 4000 GT RD

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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 Super 4000 GT RD
Shimano Super 4000 GT RD
Spinning
37.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag3.0 kg - 6.6 lbs
Weight355 g - 12.5oz
Line retireve per crank86 cm / 33.9 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.33
  • 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 / 0.40-100 lb/yds: 8-240 / 10-200 / 12-160

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX clearly outshines Shimano Super 4000 GT RD, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and durability (8.57 out of 10). While Shimano Super 4000 GT RD 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 Super 4000 GT RD?

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

  • A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
  • 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 Super 4000 GT RD

  • The 5 out of 10 (4.8:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover