SHIMANO VANQUISH Spinning Reel
VANQUISH is one of Shimano's lightest and most technologically advanced reels, fully embodying the Magnumlite philosophy – maximum lightness, instantaneous response, and impeccable rotation. This reel is designed for anglers who demand absolute precision and sensitivity from their gear.
It is particularly suitable for UL and finesse spinning, where minimal inertia and perfect lure control are crucial. The VANQUISH allows you to work with micro jigs, light wobblers, and soft plastics with maximum precision. At the same time, larger sizes can confidently handle predator fishing and inshore saltwater fishing.
PRODUCT FEATURES
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Ci4+ Body – exceptionally lightweight and rigid composite material construction
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Magnumlite Rotor – very low start-up inertia for maximum sensitivity
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HAGANE Gear – cold-forged gearing for excellent durability
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Micro Module II – highly precise gear system for exceptionally smooth rotation
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InfinityDrive – light and powerful rotation even under heavy load
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InfinityLoop – improved line lay and increased casting distance
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InfinityXross – reinforced gear construction for greater mechanical durability
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X-Protect – effective protection against water and dirt
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Anti-Twist Fin – stable line control and fewer line twists
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Ultra-light construction for maximum control in UL techniques
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Type: High-end spinning reel
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Body: Ci4+ composite material
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Rotor: Magnumlite Rotor
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Gear System: HAGANE Gear, Micro Module II
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Rotation Technology: InfinityDrive
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Reinforced Mechanics: InfinityXross
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Line Lay: InfinityLoop
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Protection: X-Protect
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Line Control: Anti-Twist Fin
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Size Range: 1000 – 5000
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Application: UL and finesse spinning, predator fishing, inshore saltwater fishing
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Target Fish: Perch, trout, zander, pike, salmon
| Model | Gear Ratio | Max. Drag Force (kg) | Max. Drag Force (lb) | Weight (g) | Weight (oz) | Line Capacity / Mono (lb-m) | Line Capacity / Mono (lb-yd) | Line Capacity / Mono (mm-m) | Line Capacity / Fluorocarbon (lb-m) | Line Capacity / PE (No.-m) | Line Retrieve per Crank (cm) | Line Retrieve per Crank (inch) | Handle Length (mm) | Bearing Count |
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| 1000SSS PG | 4.4 | 3 | 7 | 140 | 4.9 | 2-100, 3-60 | - | - | 2-80, 3-55 | 0.3-120, 0.4-90 | 55 | 22 | 35 | 11/1 |
| VQC2000SC | 5.1 | 3 | 7 | 145 | 5.1 | 3-125, 4-100, 5-75 | - | 0.14-145, 0.16-105, 0.18-80 | 3-110, 4-85, 5-65 | 0.6-150, 0.8-110, 1-80 | 69 | 27 | 40 | 11/1 |
| VQC2500SC | 5.1 | 3 | 7 | 150 | 5.3 | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 | 4-115, 6-75, 8-55 | 0.16-150, 0.18-120, 0.20-95 | 4-130, 5-100, 6-80 | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 | 70 | 28 | 45 | 11/1 |
| VQC2500SXGC | 6.3 | 3 | 7 | 150 | 5.3 | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 | 4-115, 6-75, 8-55 | 0.16-150, 0.18-120, 0.20-95 | 4-130, 5-100, 6-80 | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 | 87 | 34 | 45 | 11/1 |
| VQ2500SC | 5.1 | 4 | 9 | 165 | 5.8 | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 | 4-115, 6-75, 8-55 | 0.16-150, 0.18-120, 0.20-95 | 4-130, 5-100, 6-80 | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 | 75 | 30 | 50 | 11/1 |
| VQ2500SHGC | 5.8 | 4 | 9 | 165 | 5.8 | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 | 4-115, 6-75, 8-55 | 0.16-150, 0.18-120, 0.20-95 | 4-130, 5-100, 6-80 | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 | 86 | 34 | 55 | 11/1 |
| VQC3000MHGC | 5.8 | 9 | 20 | 170 | 6 | 8-130, 10-110, 12-85 | 6-155, 8-110 | 0.25-125, 0.30-85 | 8-110, 10-90, 12-80 | 1-190, 1.2-150, 1.5-120 | 86 | 34 | 55 | 11/1 |
| VQC3000XGC | 6.4 | 9 | 20 | 170 | 6 | - | 6-230, 8-170, 10-140 | 0.25-210, 0.30-130, 0.35-100 | - | 1-400, 1.5-270, 2-200 | 94 | 37 | 55 | 11/1 |
| VQ4000MHGC | 5.7 | 11 | 24 | 205 | 7.2 | - | 6-190, 8-120, 12-90 | 0.25-165, 0.30-120, 0.35-80 | - | 1.2-250, 1.5-200, 2-150 | 93 | 37 | 55 | 11/1 |
| VQ4000XGC | 6.2 | 11 | 24 | 205 | 7.2 | - | 10-200, 12-160 | 0.30-180, 0.35-130 | - | 1-490, 1.5-320, 2-240 | 101 | 40 | 55 | 11/1 |
| VQC5000XGC | 6.2 | 11 | 24 | 220 | 7.8 | - | 12-195, 14-165 | 0.35-175, 0.40-120 | - | 1.5-400, 2-300, 3-200 | 101 | 40 | 57 | 11/1 |
