Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano Cardiff 401A

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 Cardiff 401A
Multireels
48.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.24 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight337g / 11.89oz
Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €95.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size401
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.56 out of 10) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Cardiff 401A?
Shimano Torium 16HGAL / 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
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Shimano Cardiff 401A
- Higher gear ratio of 5.2:1 (scoring 9.4 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
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