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Shimano Tranx (TRX400A) vs Daiwa Lexa 400 (4014910)

Product Comparison: Shimano Tranx (TRX400A) vs Daiwa Lexa 400 (4014910)

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Shimano Tranx (TRX400A) LowProfile Baitcasting Fishing Reel

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General Specifications

About the Product

Tackle anything that swims in freshwater or saltwater with the powerful, new Tranx. X-Ship & HEG technologies combine to provide massive cranking power with a smooth effortless retrieve, perfect for throwing big baits and catching big fish.

Daiwa Lexa 400H high capacity bait cast reel offers more line capacity with mono or Braid and a fish stopping 25# drag. Aluminum frame and side plate on the gear side. Swept 120mm handle in dual paddle and power grip. Mag force cast control with an infinite anti-reverse.

Brand

Shimano

Daiwa

Model

Tranx (TRX400A)

Lexa 400 (4014910)

Origin

Japan

Key Specs

Braid Line Capacity

275/50, 170/65, 140/80

300/55, 200/80

Type

Baitcasting

Bearings

5 + 1

Mono Line Capacity

330/12, 260/14, 160/20

190/20, 245/17

Type

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Shimano Tranx (TRX400A) LowProfile Baitcasting Fishing Reel

Awesome reel. Caught nice sized fish on it. casted clear across the river with little effort.
This reel is very smooth with huge line capacity.
This light weight reel paired great with my Phoenix rod and is now my surface iron 20-30# set up. Yellow tail killer
I currently spool with 30lb braid, but i’ll use 40 when I replace the line. It’ll hold plenty of either, even for the big kings.
I have loaded it with Power Pro Super Slick 40 pounds and cast a mile and its operation is very smooth ... Great Shimano !!!

Daiwa Lexa 400 (4014910)

I like the large line capacity. I put 50 lb Power Pro Braid with about 200 feet top shot of 30 lb Big Game Trilene.
It is available with different handle and gear ratio options. It is well made, easy to use and feels solid.
I love the high-capacity it's a little heavy but it handles the larger fish up here in Alaska quite well.
Great easy to use reel. No backlashes, heavy or light baits. I now own two after a week casting.
I can cast baits as low as 1/2 oz. which is impressive for big reel like this!

Size & Weight

Height

6 in.

Weight

12 oz.

15.3 oz.

Width

6 in.

3.5 in.

Depth

6 in.

6.2 in.

Drag

Max Drag

22 lb.

25 lb.

Drag Adjustment

Star

Drag Type

Front Drag

Drag Material

Carbon

What customers say about "Drag"

Shimano Tranx (TRX400A) LowProfile Baitcasting Fishing Reel

Smooth retrieve great for casting musky baits plus drag was smooth to fight big Muskie.
Excellent reel..just hauled in two yellowtails this weekend with it..drag put them to sleep quick!
The reel is light, fast and very tight. It has a smooth retrieve that is quiet Gives the feel of excellent control.
These results have a very strong drag and vast super far. They are value due to thier versatility.

Daiwa Lexa 400 (4014910)

I also like the smooth drag and the big powerful handle.
Operates very smooth and handles large spinners and crank baits with ease. Powerful drag at 24 lbs.
The retrieve is smooth, the drag is really strong!
This reel has made fishing so much fun....I can toss irons a mile away and it has such a smooth retrieve.
The drag performed beautifully and was steady all around.

Features

Gear Ratio

5.8 : 1

6.3 : 1

Retrieve Rate

30 in.

33.4 in.

Anti-Reverse Feature

Yes

Type Of Crank

Double-grip

Reel Handle Position

Right

Extras

X-Ship, Core Protect, Hagane Body, HEG

Infinite anti-reverse, U.T.Drag, Magforce cast control, Aluminum frame and side plate

What customers say about "Features"

Shimano Tranx (TRX400A) LowProfile Baitcasting Fishing Reel

Super smooth and have already caught plenty of yellowtails and yellowfin tunas.
Excellent reel for both salt and fresh water apps.
Very nice reel , smooth and just feel good fighting fish with it.
Hands down smoothest casting reel...absolute best reel for muskie and pike.
I can't really speak for it's casting abilities but I use it for jigging saltwater primarily and have had no issues with it.

Daiwa Lexa 400 (4014910)

Great reel great price. Smooth, casts a mile. Can handle everything from small bucktails to giant bulldogs.
Its built like a tank...does exactly what I wanted it for...smooth and powerful.
I use it for musky fishing so throwing and reeling very big baits , this reel equals or exceeds even my more expensive reels.
A great musky reel, good quality and craftsmanship. Very pleased with the product.
This is a great low profile reel for musky fisherman and other really large freshwater game fish.

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer warranty

1 year(s)

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