Description
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Product Specification Table:
| Description | Gear Ratio | drag (kg) | Weight (g) | Retrieve Per Crank (cm) | Bearings |
| BAITRUNNER D 12000 | 4.4 | 9 | 850 | 93 | 3/1 |
The Shimano Baitrunner D series stands at the top of the iconic Baitrunner lineup, combining the best features of previous generations with cutting-edge spinning reel technology.
Designed for versatility and power, the 8000 and 12000 models are ideal for casting and bait fishing for hard-fighting pelagic species, while the 4000 and 6000 sizes are perfectly suited for floating baits like pilchards down a berley trail in pursuit of snapper and other inshore predators.
Delivering the trusted Baitrunner performance anglers love, with modern upgrades for strength, smoothness, and precision — the Baitrunner D takes reliability to the next level.

Features & Technology:
- AR-C Spool
The spool has a special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.
- S A-RB
S A-RB bearings are put through the same process as Shimano’s A-RB bearings but feature shields on both sides of the bearings. These shields reduce the possibility of salt or sand inhibiting the rotation of the bearing.
- One-Piece Bail
ONE-PIECE BAIL allows the line to travel unimpeded to the line roller. The seamless design reduces friction and decreases the chance of tangles or the line catching on the bail arm.