How much line does a 6000 reel hold?

The Penn Battle II Fishing Reel 6000 model is braid line ready like all of the Penn Battle II Reels, and will hold 275 meters of 22kg braided line which is quite a large holding capacity for this particular strength of braided line.

What size is a Penn Battle 2?

Technical Details

What are line capacity rings?

Line Capacity Rings -Eliminates the question of how much line you have left when fighting a fish. The three lines on the spool flange let you know when you have 1/3, 2/3 or a full spool of line left. Also, if you re-spool often, these lines give you benchmarks for backing your superline.

How much drag does a Penn Battle 2 have?

There are several features that both Penn battle reels share. Both have the same maximum drag of 25 lb and a gear ratio of 6.2:1. You can use any of these reels to catch small and large fish. The anodized spool has a rubber gasket to prevent the line from slipping so there is no need for backing.

What is a 6000 reel good for?

Large sized spinning reels (6000 – 30000) These are heavy sized spinning reels ideal for heavy rods used for offshore boat fishing, surf casting, or rock fishing. They are great for targeting large species up to about 150+ pounds, and work best with 12-60lb monofilament, or 24-100lb braid.

How big is a 6000 reel?

Here is a spinning reel size chart

What is a 5000 series reel?

Choosing a fishing rod to go with this size reel: 5000 or 50 Sized reels are of medium size and will generally marry up well with 6-7ft barra or snapper rods rated up to 10Kg or will be great to use on light-med 10-11ft surf rod rated up to 6Kg or you could even use this fishing reel on an 8-9ft general purpose rod.

What is the use of 5000 reel?

The 5000 Penn Battle is a good mid-sized spinning reel that will suit a number of applications such as light casting from the beach rocks or boat on the ocean. For beach and rocks the 5000 size will generally be an ideal fit for a rod rated between around 4-10kg in an 8ft, 9ft or 10ft 6inch size model.

Is the Penn Battle 2 sealed?

Bearings Just like its predecessor, the top of the line Penn Battle II reel features five ball bearings, but unlike its predecessor, these are sealed to prevent saltwater from entering the reel; thus, withstanding damage for years. This is important because the bearing impacts the drag system.

Are Penn Reels reversible?

Turning a reel crank backwards can unscrew and unhook the handle and they you really have a mess. Yes, the reel is reversible.

Is the Penn Battle 2 waterproof?

In contrast, the Battle 2 series is not waterproof, and if you drop it into water, some water will get into the body. In addition to this, the drag washers of the Spinfisher are covered in a waterproof housing, which enables consistent and reliable performance no matter how much the reel is exposed to saltwater.

How much does a Penn Battle II reel weigh?

Some people feel that the Penn Battle II is a heavy reel, I would describe it as sturdy. Reel weight starts at roughly 8 ounces on the 1000 series and goes up to 30 ounces on the 8000 series, the strongest and largest of the Penn Battle II series.

Do you need spool for Penn Battle II reel?

The new PENN Battle II Offers attractive cosmetics, durable design, and silky smooth HT-100 drag as just a few of the many reasons why so many anglers fish this reel. Superline Spool™ – No backing needed because of the rubber gasket keeps superline from slipping.

What kind of bail wire does Penn Battle II use?

This is accomplished by using a one way bearing in the reel design. Heavy-duty aluminum bail wire – The Penn Battle II has an extra heavy duty bail wire that will withstand the test of time and should not warp over a long period of time. This is important as a warped bail will lead to inferior line management.

Is the Penn Battle II a good fishing rod?

Penn also makes fishing rods and offers a great value with the Penn Battle II Combo Package that includes both a Penn Battle II reel and a Penn Battle II graphite fishing rod. If you are budget conscious but want quality, then this is a great way to get started on the water with a solid reel and rod combo for a very affordable price.