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Shimano Antares B baitcasting reel
Price from £ 516.88 View productsShimano Antares B 101 HG 7.4-1 101 XG 7.8-1 101 MG 5.6-1 SVS Infinity MGL IV
Shimano Antares B is the flagship baitcasting reel in the Shimano range, engineered for anglers who demand ultimate casting precision, mechanical refinement and uncompromising performance. It represents the highest level of Shimano casting technology and premium build quality.
Construction and engineering
The magnesium HAGANE Body provides exceptional rigidity while maintaining low overall weight. The Magnumlite MGL IV spool constructed from Ultra Duraluminium reduces start-up inertia, delivering longer casts and improved control especially when fishing lighter lures.
Shimano technology systems
SVS Infinity braking allows precise external spool adjustment to match lure weight and wind conditions. Micromodule gearing ensures refined power transfer and smooth rotation, while X-Ship stabilises the pinion gear under heavy load. Silent Tune reduces spool vibration and Cross Carbon Drag provides consistent and reliable drag pressure.
Smoothness and durability
Equipped with 12 precision bearings and advanced internal machining, Antares B delivers exceptional smoothness and mechanical...
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Antares B
Shimano Antares B is the flagship baitcasting reel in the Shimano range, engineered for anglers who demand ultimate casting precision, mechanical refinement and uncompromising performance. It represents the highest level of Shimano casting technology and premium build quality.
Construction and engineering
The magnesium HAGANE Body provides exceptional rigidity while maintaining low overall weight. The Magnumlite MGL IV spool constructed from Ultra Duraluminium reduces start-up inertia, delivering longer casts and improved control especially when fishing lighter lures.
Shimano technology systems
SVS Infinity braking allows precise external spool adjustment to match lure weight and wind conditions. Micromodule gearing ensures refined power transfer and smooth rotation, while X-Ship stabilises the pinion gear under heavy load. Silent Tune reduces spool vibration and Cross Carbon Drag provides consistent and reliable drag pressure.
Smoothness and durability
Equipped with 12 precision bearings and advanced internal machining, Antares B delivers exceptional smoothness and mechanical silence. The rigid frame construction maintains gear alignment during powerful retrieves and aggressive hooksets.
Application
Shimano Antares B 101 HG 7.4-1 and 101 XG 7.8-1 are ideal for targeting pike, zander and bass. The reel performs equally well with finesse presentations and resistance-heavy crankbaits or swimbaits.
Who is this reel for
Designed for advanced baitcasting anglers who expect maximum casting accuracy, refined smoothness and premium Shimano engineering in every detail.
Technical FAQ
What gear ratios are available?
Available versions include 5.6-1 MG, 7.4-1 HG and 7.8-1 XG.
What makes MGL IV special?
The MGL IV spool reduces start-up inertia which improves casting distance and lure control.
Shimano
Founded in the early 1920’s by Shozaburo Shimano, Shimano started off as a company known for precision engineering. Today the company is regarded as one of the forerunners in product innovation and a leader in the industry.
Shimano prides itself on its ability to design and produce fishing tackle that features cutting edge technology such as High Efficiency Gearing (HEG), A-RB and TC4 Construction.
With more than 75 employees in the fishing tackle division in Irvine, California headquarters, Shimano American Corporation has a national sales force of 60 of the most seasoned professionals in the industry that have a passion for fishing.
With an eye towards the future, Shimano is heavily involved in youth development around the country and environmental and governmental affairs that help protect the land and sea.
Shimano prides itself on its ability to design and produce fishing tackle that features cutting edge technology such as High Efficiency Gearing (HEG), A-RB and TC4 Construction.
With more than 75 employees in the fishing tackle division in Irvine, California headquarters, Shimano American Corporation has a national sales force of 60 of the most seasoned professionals in the industry that have a passion for fishing.
With an eye towards the future, Shimano is heavily involved in youth development around the country and environmental and governmental affairs that help protect the land and sea.
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+31-40-2612222
https://fish.shimano.com
contactshimano@shimano-eu.com