Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX vs Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

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Shimano Vanford FA, C3000SDHA, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, VFC3000SDHA
Shimano Vanford FA
Spinning
70.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €195.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000SDHA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120
Shimano Tiagra, 30WLRSA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI30WLRSA
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
90.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1.7:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight1575g / 55.56oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €524.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30WLRSA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX clearly outshines Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch). While Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Vanford FA and Shimano Tiagra?

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.