Description
SPHEROS SW is designed for harsh saltwater conditions and is generously equipped with technologies that break out of the norm in its price range, including the X-Shield, which boasts waterproof performance equivalent to IPX-8, X-Protect, X-Ship, and HAGANE body. The 2021 model is additionally equipped with an infinity drive, HAGANE GEAR, and carbon cross washers for even greater durability and performance. The use of HAGANE GEAR and machine-cut aluminium handles has reduced the dead weight by 50 to 85g compared to the previous model. The five items of 5000HG, 6000HG, 6000PG, 8000HG, and 8000PG, which are of high importance in inshore waters, are covered, adapting to a wide range of GAMEs, from jigging to casting, both inshore and offshore.
Technology & Features:
- Hagane
HAGANE is a Shimano reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse. HAGANE is an innovation with built-in toughness and durability that works alongside Shimano's precision engineering. HAGANE is for all anglers.
- Hagane Gear
With amazing strength and durability, the HAGANE Gear is at the very heart of most Shimano reels. Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives anglers the long-lasting smoothness and enjoyment that is felt when anglers first use a reel, over and over again. No cutting work is applied to the teeth of the drive gear during fabrication; instead, the entire surface is calculated in minute detail by a special 3D design and then formed by Shimano's cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the result of Shimano's endless pursuit for durability — this strength and power of forged metal continue to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.
- Precision Cold Forged Hagane Gear
The change from zinc die-cast gears to precision cold-forged HAGANE GEAR has increased strength. The light weight of the gears themselves also contributes to a lighter reel. Ideal for harsh SW scenes.
- Carbon Cross Washer
This reliable washer is made of a material with excellent abrasion and heat resistance, and is installed on SHIMANO's large spinning reels. It can firmly respond to unexpectedly large fish.
Specifications & Dimensions:
| Model | Gear Ratio | Pratical Use Force (kg) | Maximum Drag Force (kg) | Weight (g) | Spool Ring DIA (mm) | Line Rerieve / Crank (cm) | Handle Length (mm) | Bearings |
| 5000XG | 6.2 | 5 | 10 | 445 | 54/19 | 105 | 65 | 4/1 |
| 6000HG | 5.7 | 5 | 10 | 450 | 57.5/19 | 103 | 65 | 4/1 |
| 8000HG | 5.6 | 5 | 13 | 665 | 61/22 | 107 | 75 | 4/1 |
| 10000PG | 4.9 | 5 | 12 | 675 | 66/22 | 102 | 75 | 4/1 |
| 14000XG | 6.2 | 5 | 12 | 680 | 68.6/22 | 134 | 80 | 4/1 |
| 18000HG | 5.7 | 7 | 18 | 920 | 72/28 | 129 | 85 | 4/1 |
| 20000PG | 4.4 | 7 | 18 | 930 | 75.5/28 | 104 | 85 | 4/1 |
