Shimano Vanquish FC C2500SCX vs Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000X

Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
86.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight150g / 5.29oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €399.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC2500SC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
65.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €63.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC 3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210
Conclusion
Shimano Vanquish FC C2500SCX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.63 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC C2500SCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Vanquish FC and Shimano Sahara FJ?
Shimano Sahara FJ C 3000X
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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