Shimano Catana 4000 RC vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX

Shimano Catana 4000 RC
Spinning
46.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag7kg / 15.43 lbs
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €33.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 4000 RC, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.36 out of 10). While Shimano Catana 4000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Catana 4000 RC and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Shimano Catana 4000 RC
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX
- With a score like 8.17 out of 10 (275g / 9,7oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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