Product Description
The Shimano Sahara FD Spinning Reels are packed full of features and are solid performers for any freshwater or light saltwater fishing situation. With features like Shimano's propulsion line management system and lightweight, graphite and aluminum construction, the Sahara's offers great casting abilities, smooth retrieves and durability for years of heavy duty use.
The 500 and 1000 sized Sahara's are perfect for all ultralight applications while the 2500 and 3000 sizes are great for medium action use. The 4000's power and line capacity make it a sure bet for inshore applications.
The Shimano Sahara FD Spinning Reels have the following additional features:
Propulsion Line Management System
Aluminum frame (graphite frame on 500 and 1000)
Graphite sideplate and rotor
Fluidrive II gearing
Slow Oscillation
Super Stopper II anti-reverse
DynaBalance wobble free rotor design
Power Roller III (line twist reducing roller)
Forged aluminum spool
Machined aluminum handle
Three S A-RB shielded ball bearings plus one roller bearing
Maintenance port
Additional specifications for these reels are provided in the table below.
Model Capacity(lbs./yards); Gear Ratio Weight(oz.); Max Drag(lbs.); Line RetrievePer Crank (in.)
SH500FD; 2/190; 4/100; 6/60; 4.7:1; TBD 4; 21
SH1000FD; 2/270; 4/140; 6/110; 5.6:1; 6.9; 7; 28
SH2500FD; 6/200; 8/140; 10/120;6.2:1; 9.9; 11; 35
SH3000FD; 6/230; 8/170; 10/140; 6.2:1; 9.7; 15; 35
SH4000FD; 8/240; 10/200; 12/160; 5.7:1; 13.9; 15; 37