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Shimano Baitrunner OC Spinning Reel

About This Item

The Shimano® Baitrunner OC Spinning Reel delivers improved castability, line lay and durability to saltwater anglers. Built with the signature S-Concept design, the Baitrunner is smooth, silent and strong with a machined aluminum handle, repairable clicker and XT-7 graphite frame, rotor and sideplate.

Varispeed Oscillaton provides consistent spool speed and line lay, and the Super Stopper II anti-reverse eliminates backplay for instant hooksetting power. A workhorse of a reel, the Shimano® Baitrunner is a must-have for serious fishermen.

FEATURES:

  • Baitrunner OC is built for salt or fresh water use
  • S-Concept design for smooth, silent and strong performance
  • XT-7 Graphite frame, rotor and sideplate
  • Varispeed Oscillation provides consistent spool speed and even line lay
  • Propulsion Line Management System with propulsion spool lip design for longer casting distance
  • Super Stopper II anti-reverse uses a one-way bearing that eliminates backplay for instant hooksetting power
  • Dyna-Balance eliminates wobble during retrieve
  • Fluidrive II gearing polishes surface to maximize tooth contact and increase efficiency
  • 2 S A-RB ball bearings shield bearings and reduce salt or sand from inhibiting rotation + 1 roller bearing
  • Machined Aluminum Handle
  • Dartainium II Drag Washers (Cross Carbon)
  • Repairable Clicker
  • Rated for use with Mono, Fluorocarbon and PowerPro lines
  • Web ID: 15SHMUBTRNNR4000CREE
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ModelRetrieveReel SizeGear RatioBearingsMono Capacity (yd./lb.)Braid Capacity (yd./lb.)Max Drag (lb.)Line Retrieve (in.)Weight (oz.)
BTR4000OCInterchangeable40004.8:12+1240/8, 200/10, 160/12270/15, 190/20, 145/40152813.4
BTR6000OCInterchangeable60004.8:12+1300/10, 265/12, 170/16245/30, 210/50, 130/65203519.2
BTR8000OCInterchangeable80004.8:12+1295/14, 250/17, 195/20295/40, 290/50, 180/65203620.8

REVIEWS

4.9

92%

Recommended

14 Reviews

Had To Return A Malfunctioning Reel

This was my first time purchasing a shimano reel and I was pleased that it came in a box. However I think I received a defective reel. It was difficult to reel and would get stuck easily. Returned it.

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Very Smooth

I bought this a few weeks ago and have not gotten a chance to use it yet, but the winding of the reel feels extremely smooth.

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Best Saltwater Spinning Reel

Best reel Ive ever owned, works like magic, shimano knocked it out of the park. Smoothest fast acting reel Ive used. Love the live bait switch with the tensions knob. Reels in so smooth and has good casting distance

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Smooth Running Reel With Great Capabilities

Used it four times in a week fishing for Cobia and Flounder. The options available on this reel made it easy work!

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25 Years Later

25 years later my shimano 4500 Bait runner finally gave me trouble. anti reverse bearing wore out . for twenty five years if not more, this reel never gave me any problem

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