Daiwa Seaborg G300J
A tougher-motor 300J for anglers who fish it hard, with a longer motor warranty than the standard model.
Amazon $1,149.99 eBay$1,149.99
16 kg146 m/min575 g
3.3/5
A lighter, cheaper compact Shimano for mid-depth fishing.
- 15 kgMax drag
- 147 m/minLine speed
- 675 gWeight
- 5.1:1Gear ratio
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Pros
- 15 kg of drag for about $40 per kg
- 675 g
Cons
- Shimano pages disagree on its weight and line speed
- Capacity not confirmed
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its drag. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | FM2000 |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Maximum drag | 15 kg |
| Line speed, 1 kg load | 147 m/min |
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 |
| Build | |
| Weight | 675 g (23.8 oz) |
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