Product Comparison: Shimano CAT2500FD vs Shimano CATC3000HGFD
General Specifications
About the Product
The Catana is strong, solid, smooth and reliable for years, while the price is very competitive. When compared to the previous series (FC), the reel has a new, modern and striking black stealth design. It rotates very smooth and all parts are made to last.
Catana offers precision, power and performance for the budget minded angler. Propulsion Line Management system offers trouble free casting for a stress free day on the water. Lighter than the previous model, users will also experience less fatigue during fishing.
Brand
Shimano
Shimano
Model
CAT2500FD
CATC3000HGFD
Origin
Japan
Japan
Key Specs
Braid Line Capacity
145/15
200/10, 140/20, 105/40
Type
Spinning
Spinning
Reel Size
2500
3000
Bearings
2 + 1
2 + 1
Mono Line Capacity
200/6, 140/8, 120/10
230/6, 170/8, 140/10
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Shimano CAT2500FD Spinning Reels
- Beautiful little reel. Perfect size for kids. Super quality.
- Very good quality, super smooth running.
- Runs very light and loose, good line running, high quality built.
- Lightweight, sturdy and functional.
- Love this reel! Works great. Excellent quality!
Shimano CATC3000HGFD Spinning Reel
- This reel holds up incredibly well.
- Excellent little reel. Good quality.
- Really nice reel! Looks great and works perfect!
- Great quality, lightweight and small size for being 3000!
- Great spool capacity.
Size & Weight
Height
4 in.
4 in.
Weight
9.17 oz.
9.17 oz.
Width
5 in.
5 in.
Depth
3 in.
3 in.
Drag
Max Drag
9 lb.
19 lb.
Drag Type
Front Drag
Front Drag
Drag Adjustment
Lever
Lever
Drag Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
What customers say about "Drag"
Shimano CAT2500FD Spinning Reels
- Good drag, good line lay, good price.
- Great drag for its size!
- Very smooth, consistent drag, fit and finish are great and durable.
- Excellent beginner/ intermediate reel. Amazing drag.
- Smooth action. Smooth drag. Excellent product.
Shimano CATC3000HGFD Spinning Reel
- The drag is easily adjusted.
- Very smooth and nice steady drag.
- Drag works pretty darn well.
- The drag works great. Reel is absolutely fantastic.
- Good reel, smooth drag and easy to cast.
Features
Gear Ratio
5.0 : 1
6.2 : 1
Retrieve Rate
29 in.
35 in.
Anti-Reverse Feature
No
No
Type Of Crank
Single-grip
Single-grip
Reel Handle Position
Left / Right
Left / Right
Extras
VariSpeed II, XT 7 Body material, Full Metal Body
Propulsion Line Management System, Full Metal Body, Stable Spool
What customers say about "Features"
Shimano CAT2500FD Spinning Reels
- Lovely feel and looks great.
- Beautiful and strong fishing reel with a good running feature.
- Great reel. It is super smooth.
- Solid reel for the value.
- Nicely made, very nice finish.
Shimano CATC3000HGFD Spinning Reel
- I purchased this reel, lightweight durable sliding and good quality.
- Lightweight, sturdy and very fast!
- Retrieval speed is great.
- Nice size and weight. Feels great.
- Excellent build quality.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
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