Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX vs Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX
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Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €419.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000MHGC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/120

Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight600g / 21.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €168.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size16HGAL
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) and gear ratio (5.7:1). While Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Vanquish FC and Shimano Torium?
Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX
- A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX
- With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (3 S-ARB + 1RB), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
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