Shimano Torium 16PGAX vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX

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Shimano Torium, 16PGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR16PGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.88 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight550g / 19.4oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €286.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size16PGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/411
Shimano Vanford FA, 2500A, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VF2500A
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
82.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €184.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500A
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16PGAX edges out Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). Still, Shimano Vanford FA 2500AX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 8 and a weight of 175g / 6,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano Vanford FA?

Shimano Torium 16PGAX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.