Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX
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Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight600g / 21.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €168.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size16HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-

Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:2
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €429.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC5000XGC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120
Conclusion
Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch) and gear ratio (6.2:2). While Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Vanquish FC?
Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX
- With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (3 S-ARB + 1RB), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:2), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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