SHIMANO 24 Vanford 5000XG Spinning Reel

The SHIMANO 24 Vanford C5000XG is a premium high-performance spinning reel designed for Australian anglers chasing powerful fish while still demanding a lightweight, responsive setup. Combining a compact 5000-size body with a 225g lightweight design, high-speed gearing and an impressive 11kg maximum drag, the Vanford C5000XG delivers an outstanding balance of speed, power and finesse.

The 6.2:1 high-speed gear ratio provides an impressive 101cm of line retrieve per handle turn, making it ideal for quickly picking up slack line, working fast-moving lures and maintaining pressure on aggressive fish.

Built with Shimano's advanced CI4+ construction, MGL Rotor, Infinity Drive, InfinityXross, MicroModule Gear II and Duracross drag, the 24 Vanford C5000XG delivers smooth winding performance, increased gear durability and reliable drag control. The Anti-Twist Fin also helps improve line management and reduce common line issues.

Key Features

• C5000XG compact 5000-size spinning reel
• 225g lightweight construction
• 6.2:1 high-speed gear ratio
• 101cm line retrieve per handle turn
• 11kg maximum drag
• 6kg practical drag
• 7+1 bearings
• CI4+ body and rotor
• MGL Rotor for reduced rotational inertia
• Infinity Drive for improved winding efficiency
• InfinityXross for increased gear durability
• MicroModule Gear II for smooth and precise gearing
• Duracross Drag for smooth and long-lasting drag performance
• Anti-Twist Fin for improved line management
• X-Protect water resistance
• AR-C Long Stroke Spool for improved casting performance
• Suitable for freshwater and saltwater applications

Specifications

Ideal for Australian Fishing

The Shimano 24 Vanford C5000XG is an excellent choice for Australian anglers targeting snapper, flathead, jewfish/mulloway, mangrove jack, Australian salmon, tailor, trevally, bonito, tuna and other hard-fighting inshore and pelagic species.

Its combination of a large line capacity, 11kg maximum drag and fast 101cm retrieve makes it particularly well suited to shore-based lure fishing, estuary fishing, rock fishing, light offshore fishing, soft plastics, hardbody lures, metal lures and light shore jigging.

The C5000XG is also a great option for anglers who want the line capacity and power of a 5000-size reel without moving into a much heavier reel.