Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX
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Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €177.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size600 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 16/390

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
94.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5:8:1) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Shimano Tekota 600 HGA / Right handX
- With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:8:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
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