Shimano Super 4000 GT RD vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX

Shimano Super 4000 GT RD

Spinning

37.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.69 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag3.0 kg - 6.6 lbs

Weight355 g - 12.5oz

Line retireve per crank86 cm / 33.9 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €89.33
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 / 0.40-100 lb/yds: 8-240 / 10-200 / 12-160

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C

Spinning

5000d-cx

74.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.65 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €81.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Super 4000 GT RD, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and weight (240g / 8,47oz). While Shimano Super 4000 GT RD may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Super 4000 GT RD and Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C?

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.