Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Torium

Multireels

83.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs

Weight790g / 27.87oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €279.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size40HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.6/429

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.6 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €184.20
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX edges out Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.6 inch) and the weight (185g / 6,53oz). Still, Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 3000D-CXHX

With a score like 8.77 out of 10 (185g / 6,53oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.6 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish