Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
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Shimano Twin Power FD
Spinning
92.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €389.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FD and Shimano Spheros SW A?
Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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