Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX vs Shimano Sahara 3000S R

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Shimano Tekota, 600 HGA LCM, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK600HGLCMA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
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 LCM
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Shimano Sahara 3000S R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 3000S R
Spinning
38.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics4.07 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight280g / 9.87oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €49.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000 S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000S R, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.59 out of 10) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano Sahara 3000S R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano Sahara 3000S R?

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX

  • A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano Sahara 3000S R

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