Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX vs Daiwa BG 4000X

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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 BG

Spinning

69.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.79 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight405g / 14.29oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €108.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX edges out Daiwa BG 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG 4000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 101 centimeter / 39.76 inch and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa BG?

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

Strong, smooth resistance with a drag power of 14kg / 30,86lbs (8.8), great for keeping heavy fish in check, especially near obstacles

Daiwa BG 4000X

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