Shimano Sahara 4000 Spinning Reel

The Shimano Sahara  4000 is a smooth, powerful and versatile front drag reel designed for heavier lure fishing, feeder fishing and a wide range of freshwater and inshore saltwater applications.

Combining Shimano’s classic black and gold styling with technology normally associated with more expensive reels, the Sahara  delivers impressive performance and durability. HAGANE Gear and X SHIP provide strength and efficient power transmission, while SilentDrive reduces unwanted movement and vibration for a quiet, refined retrieve.

The G Free Body moves the reel’s centre of gravity closer to the rod, improving balance and helping reduce fatigue during repeated casting. An AR C aluminium spool and Varispeed II oscillation provide controlled line release and even line lay, while the direct screw in handle creates a solid and dependable connection when playing fish.

Key Features

• HAGANE Gear for lasting strength and smoothness

• X SHIP for improved gearing performance under load

• SilentDrive for quiet and refined operation

• G Free Body for improved rod and reel balance

• AR C aluminium spool for smooth casting performance

• Varispeed II oscillation for even line lay

• Direct screw in handle

• Smooth front drag

• Anti reverse facility

• Suitable for heavier lure and medium feeder fishing

Specifications

Model: SH4000FJ

Reel size: 4000

Gear ratio: 4.7:1

Weight: 280g

Maximum drag: 11kg

Line retrieve: 75cm per handle turn

Handle length: 55mm

Bearings: 4 plus 1

Nylon capacity: 0.30mm 180m or 0.35mm 130m

PE capacity: PE 1 490m, PE 1.5 320m or PE 2 240m