Shimano Tyrnos 30 II vs Penn Battle III 3000X

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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, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII3000, 1518032
Penn Battle III
Spinning
72.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.73 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight330g / 11.64oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €96.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/180

Conclusion

Shimano Tyrnos 30 II edges out Penn Battle III 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the total score (9.14 out of 10) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 3000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 89 centimeter / 35.04 inch and a ball bearings of 6, 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 3000X

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish