Shimano Cardiff 401A vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX
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Shimano Cardiff 401A
Multireels
48.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.24 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02 lbs
Weight337g / 11.89oz
Line retireve per crank56cm / 22.05 inch
Ball bearings4 A-RB + 1 RB
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €95.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size401
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm-325m / 0.35mm-270m / 0.40mm-215m 12lb-330yds / 14lb-250yds / 20lb-165yds

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €181.70
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX clearly outshines Shimano Cardiff 401A, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.6 out of 10) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Shimano Cardiff 401A may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff 401A and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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