Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX vs Penn Battle III 6000X

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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

Weight845g / 29.81oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €289.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.7/429

Penn Battle III

Spinning

67.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.81 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs

Weight590g / 20.81oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €113.30
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/310

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX edges out Penn Battle III 6000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 6000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 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 Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 6000X

A high retrieve rate of 9.9 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly