Technology Features of Shimano 2024 PLAYS 4000
HAGANE
“HAGANE” is more than just a material name; it’s a design philosophy centered around creating reels that offer unmatched longevity and smoothness. The term "HAGANE" itself, which means "steel" in Japanese, symbolizes strength and resilience. However, in Shimano's context, it transcends traditional interpretations, representing a suite of advanced technologies aimed at enhancing performance and durability. In other words, when they say "HAGANE", they do not actually mean that HAGANE(= steel) is used. “HAGANE” promises robustness that can be used with peace of mind even in the harshest of conditions, an unchanging, exquisite winding feel, and winding power that exceeds the imagination."HAGANE Gear" or "HAGANE Body" is Shimano's engineering concept and philosophy.
SA-RB
A-RB bearings feature a special anti-corrosion treatment that significantly improves their rust resistance. The SA-RB takes this further by sealing the sides with anti-corrosion materials, greatly reducing salt crystallization and salt damage inside the bearing.
Shimano 2024 PLAYS 4000 Spec Chart
Shimano 2024 PLAYS 4000 Line-up
| Line-up | Handle | Year | Salt or Fresh | Weight（ｇ） | Gear Ratio | Retrieve（cm/crank） | Max Drag（kg） | Fluoro line cap. (lb-m) | Braided line cap. (lb-m) | Handle Arm（mm） | Spool diameter (mm) | Spool width (mm) | Bearing (Ball/Roller) | Retrieve power (kg) | Max retrieve speed (m/min) | Electric cable (cm) | JAN Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4000 | Right | 2024 | Saltwater OK | 1245 | 3.2 | 68 | 15 | 20-610, 22-530, 25-360 | 80-600, 90-500, 100-300 | 75 | 68 | 61.5 | 2/0 | 10 | 170 | 250 | 4969363047465 |
Specifications in Pound-Yard Notation
| Line-up | Handle | Year | Salt or Fresh | Weight（oz) | Gear Ratio | Retrieve（in/crank） | Max Drag（lb） | Fluoro line cap. (lb-yd) | Braided line cap. (lb-yd) | Handle Arm（in） | Spool diameter (in) | Spool width (in) | Bearing (Ball/Roller) | Retrieve power (lb) | Max retrieve speed (yd/min) | Electric cable (in) | JAN Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4000 | Right | 2024 | Saltwater OK | 44.5 | 3.2 | 26.8 | 33.3 | 20-670, 22-580, 25-400 | 80-660, 90-550, 100-330 | 2.95 | 2.68 | 2.42 | 2/0 | 22.2 | 190 | 98 | 4969363047465 |