Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX

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Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG

Spinning

4000mhgx

94.90 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000MHG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/165

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

70.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX

A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly