Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 6000XGX

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Shimano Ultegra, C3000XGD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC3000XGD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
75.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €132.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000XGD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Shimano Stradic SWB, 6000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW60XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
64.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.73 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 6000XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000XGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 and a durability of 8.73 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX

  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish