Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 XGX vs Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD
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Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €369.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/260

Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD
Seafishing
75.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio2.4:1
Maximum drag43kg / 94.8lbs
Weight2300g / 81.13oz
Line retireve per crank53 centimeter / 20.87 inch
Ball bearings20
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €1,245.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size-
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/1660
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 XGX edges out Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). Still, Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 43kg / 94,8lbs and 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 Twin Power XD A and Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD?
Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 XGX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 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
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