Shimano Tyrnos 30 II vs Penn Battle III 2000X

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Shimano Tyrnos 30 II, Multiplier reel with lever drag, 2 Speed
Shimano Tyrnos 30 II
Multireels
91.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1 / 2.0:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight1200g / 42.33oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings4 ARB

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €307.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30 II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-
Penn Battle III, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII2000, 1518030
Penn Battle III
Spinning
74.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.20/220

Conclusion

Shimano Tyrnos 30 II edges out Penn Battle III 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 2000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 76 centimeter / 29.92 inch and a weight of 265g / 9,35oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Tyrnos 30 II and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 2000X

  • With a score like 8.23 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles