Sculpted from over a decade of engineering advancement and a rich lineage of predecessors, the new Vanford tests the boundaries of technology and engineering found in spinning reels. Built upon a CI4+ body for both a lightweight feel and carbon rigidity, the Vanford incorporates a MagnumLite (MGL) Rotor for up to 48% less rotational inertia than traditional rotor construction for a quick response in critical situations.
The Vanford features Shimano’s cold-forged HAGANE Gear and many of Shimano’s premium technologies for increased fishing performance and years of durability. Vanford’s SilentDrive and MicroModule Gear II technologies combine to produce a new level of smooth rotational performance while reducing overall reel vibration.
Vanford also incorporates Long Stroke Spool technology to increase casting distance while producing a smoother line lay on the spool during retrieval. X-Protect technology and water-channeling construction enhance Vanford’s water resistance and overall durability — an important feature for a reel sure to be found in inshore environments. From ice fishing and drop-shot fishing for smallies in the sweetwater to stalking tailing fish in the flats, the Vanford has no equal. A legend is born.
Note: The Vanford 500 (VF500F) does not include the following features: MGL Rotor, MicroModule Gear II, X-Protect Body or Long Stroke Spool.
MGL Rotor
Micro Module II Gearing
CI4+
Silent Drive
Long Stroke Spool
HAGANE Gear
X-Protect
| SKU NUMBER |
GEAR RATIO |
PRACTICAL USE FORCE (KG) |
MAXIMUM DRAG FORCE(KG) |
WEIGHT (G) |
SPOOL RING DIA(MM) / SPOOL STROKE DIA(MM) |
LINE RETRIEVE / CRANK (CM) |
HANDLE LENGTH (MM) |
BEARINGS |
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| 500 |
5.6 |
1 |
2.5 |
140 |
39.5/8 |
69 |
40 |
7/1 |
| 1000 |
5.1 |
2 |
3 |
150 |
40/13.5 |
64 |
40 |
7/1 |
| C2000HG |
6.1 |
2 |
3 |
150 |
43/13.5 |
82 |
45 |
7/1 |
| 2500HG |
6 |
3.5 |
9 |
180 |
47/17 |
89 |
55 |
7/1 |
| C3000XG |
6.4 |
3.5 |
9 |
180 |
47/17 |
94 |
55 |
7/1 |
| 4000XG |
6.2 |
6 |
11 |
215 |
52/19 |
101 |
57 |
7/1 |
| C5000XG |
6.2 |
6 |
11 |
220 |
52/19 |
101 |
57 |
7/1 |
