Description
The Shimano Tranx 400B Casting Reels are built for anglers who want a heavy-duty low-profile baitcaster designed for big baits, hard-pulling fish, and serious power applications. Shimano positions the Tranx 400B as the latest evolution in the legendary Tranx family, built to handle demanding freshwater and saltwater use while delivering the kind of strength, control, and durability serious anglers expect from a true power reel. Whether you are throwing oversized swimbaits, large plugs, or other high-resistance presentations, the Tranx 400B is made to stay smooth, powerful, and dependable under load.
What makes the Shimano Tranx 400B stand out is its rigid CoreSolid platform and heavy-duty build. Shimano highlights a CoreSolid body with HAGANE Body construction, designed to create a flex-free feel and stronger cranking stability when fishing heavy baits and battling strong fish. Shimano also includes X-Ship technology to improve gear support and maintain precise alignment under load, helping the reel feel more planted and powerful during hard retrieves and tough fights.
Another major strength of the Tranx 400B is its casting control and big-bait fishability. Shimano’s current product coverage highlights the SVS Infinity MD Tune braking system, giving anglers more refined spool control for casting larger lures with better consistency and confidence. Combined with the reel’s heavy-duty frame and drivetrain, that braking system helps make the Tranx 400B a serious option for anglers who need a reel that can throw big baits efficiently without sacrificing control. Shimano also positions the reel for both fresh and saltwater use, reinforcing its broad utility for anglers who need one powerful casting platform for demanding applications.
The Shimano Tranx 400B Casting Reels are a smart choice for anglers who want a powerful, premium baitcaster built for big bait fishing and hard-fighting fish. With its rigid CoreSolid construction, SVS Infinity MD Tune braking, and Shimano’s proven heavy-duty reel technologies, the Tranx 400B is designed for fishermen who want more control, more power, and more confidence when fishing large-profile presentations. The Tranx 400B is part of Shimano’s 2026 new product lineup, making it the current-generation heavy-duty low-profile Tranx platform.
Bullet Points
- Heavy-duty low-profile baitcasting reel for big baits
- Latest-generation Shimano Tranx 400B platform
- CoreSolid body design for increased rigidity
- HAGANE Body construction for flex-free cranking
- SVS Infinity MD Tune braking system
- X-Ship technology for improved gear support
- Built for demanding freshwater and saltwater applications
- Strong option for oversized swimbaits, plugs, and power fishing
- Designed for anglers who want control, durability, and cranking power
Specifications
| Model | Retrieve | Gear Ratio | I.P.T | Weight | Line Cap. | Bearings | |
| TRX400B | Right | 5.8:1 | 31 | 12.2 | 14/260, 20/160 | 5A-RB + 1A-RB | = |
| TRX401B | Left | 5.8:1 | 31 | 12.2 | 14/260, 20/160 | 5A-RB + 1A-RB | |
| TRX400HGB | Right | 7.6:1 | 41 | 12.5 | 14/260, 20/160 | 5A-RB + 1A-RB | |
| TRX401HGB | Left | 7.6:1 | 41 | 12.5 | 14/260, 20/160 | 5A-RB + 1A-RB |
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