Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX

Shimano Twin Power XD A, 4000 PG, left and right hand, Spinning Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPXD4000PGFA
Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
73.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €369.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/260
Shimano 21 Sustain, 4000 FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA4000FJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and gear ratio (5:3:1). While Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power XD A and Shimano 21 Sustain?

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval