Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX
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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
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:8
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €407.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC3000MHGC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/85

Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €170.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500 HGA LCM
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Conclusion
Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:8) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Vanquish FC and Shimano Tekota?
Shimano Vanquish FC C3000MHGCX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:8), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX
- With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
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