Shimano Super 4000 GT RD vs Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX

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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

Shimano Torium

Multireels

71.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.52 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €157.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size14HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Super 4000 GT RD, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (8.52 out of 10). While Shimano Super 4000 GT RD may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Super 4000 GT RD and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Super 4000 GT RD

The 5 out of 10 (4.8:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
8.1 out of 10 (86 cm / 33.9 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Torium 14HGA / Right handX

With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
Scoring 8.58 out of 10 (425g / 14,99oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.