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Shimano Stradic FM ST2500HGFM vs Shimano Stradic FM STC3000XGFM

Our pick

Shimano Stradic FM STC3000XGFM

Spinning Reels

For freshwater or inshore lure fishing, the C3000XG pairs 37-inch line pickup with capacity for 170 yards of 8 lb mono in a 7.9 oz reel.¹²

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If you prefer less line pickup at the same handle pace, choose the FM 2500HG: it gathers 34 inches per crank rather than the C3000XG’s 37.²

2 models / at a glance

Weight · oz7.8 oz¹Lower preferred ↓

Weight · oz7.9 oz¹Lower preferred ↓

Specification	Shimano Stradic FM ST2500HGFM	Shimano Stradic FM STC3000XGFM
Max drag	20 lb²	20 lb²
Water type	Freshwater and saltwater¹	Freshwater and saltwater¹