Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano FX 2500 FCX
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Shimano Torium
Multireels
54.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight1000g / 35.27oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €184.30
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-

Shimano FX
Spinning
48.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 FC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX clearly outshines Shimano FX 2500 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.61 out of 10) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano FX 2500 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano FX?
Shimano Torium 30HGAL / Left-handedX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Shimano FX 2500 FCX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.14 out of 10 (71 centimeter / 27.95 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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