Shimano Ultegra C3000DX vs Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX
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Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
85.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €132.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
67.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.53 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1/4.1:1
Maximum drag8kg / 17.64lbs
Weight525g / 18.52oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €183.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8II
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/200
Conclusion
Shimano Ultegra C3000DX edges out Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 8IIX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a durability of 8.61 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II?
Shimano Ultegra C3000DX
- Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
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