Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX vs Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

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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 Torium, 50HGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR50HGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
83.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs
Weight845g / 29.81oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €289.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size50HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.7/429

Conclusion

Both Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX and Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX offers a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, while Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX stands out for a gear ratio of 5.1:1. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX

  • With a score like 8.53 out of 10 (220g / 7,76oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 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

Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX

  • Higher gear ratio of 5.1:1 (scoring 9.2 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count