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SHIMANO ULTEGRA FC
Significant evolution with the latest features.
The new ULTEGRA is the
ultimate evolution of one of Shimano's most popular mid-priced reels.
The combination of HAGANE Gear, MicroModule
II, X-Ship and Silent Drive ensures the very best winding performance, even
under pressure, with faultless smoothness that enhances the fishing experience.
X-Protect technology prevents water getting into the moving parts of the line
roller and roller clutch, extending longevity and delivering failsafe
performance. For distance casting, the Long Stroke Spool design and AR-C Spool
enables the line to flow more freely during the cast and the addition of a CI4+
Body reduces overall weight for less fatigue when fishing for extended periods.
PRODUCT TECHNOLOGIES
HAGANE
HAGANE is a Shimano
reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse.
HAGANE is an innovation with built-in toughness and durability that works
alongside Shimano's precision engineering. HAGANE is for all anglers.
HAGANE GEAR
With amazing
strength and durability, the HAGANE Gear is at the very heart of most Shimano
reels. Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives
anglers the long-lasting smoothness and enjoyment that is felt when anglers
first use a reel, over and over again. No cutting work is applied to the teeth
of the drive gear during fabrication; instead, the entire surface is calculated
in minute detail by a special 3D design and then formed by Shimano's
cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the
result of Shimano's endless pursuit for durability — this strength and power of
forged metal continue to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.
MICROMODULEⅡ
The MICROMODULE
Gear II has evolved with Shimano's unique manufacturing technology and a
state-of-the-art gear-tooth surface design. The drive and pinion gear surfaces
have been analyzed and updated from the ground up in Shimano's pursuit of
perfection to further improve the smooth gear feeling and reduce sound.
X SHIP
X SHIP provides
improved gear performance. Large diameter drive gear, optimally positioned
pinion gear and drive gear, and two points bearings supported pinion gear
produce light reeling under load.
SILENTDRIVE
The basic design of
the entire body and drive-related parts were reviewed one by one to reduce
minute rattles, gaps, and shaking between parts down to the smallest detail. It
provides smooth and quiet reel rotation.
X PROTECT
For medium and
small general-purpose spinning reels, which require lighter spinning, we
focused on a non-contact structure that does not compromise the lightness of
the spinning. In addition to conventional water-repellent treatment, a
labyrinth structure that suppresses water penetration is combined to achieve
high water-resistant performance despite the non-contact nature of the
structure. It is used in the stopper bearing section and line roller section.
Large reels for saltwater, a contact-type water-resistant structure is used for
large spinning reels that require higher water-resistant performance. By physically
cutting off the entry path of seawater with a low-sliding seal member, high
water-resistant performance is achieved while suppressing rotational
resistance. The stopper bearing and line roller parts are adopted, and the
stopper bearing part in particular achieves a water-resistant rating equivalent
to IPX8.
G FREE BODY
G FREE BODY
technology has been developed to shift the reel's center of gravity closer to
the rod. By moving the center of gravity closer to the angler’s hand, the G
FREE BODY helps to reduce fatigue and enhance casting comfort.
AR-C SPOOL
The spool has a
special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and
realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.
LONG STROKE SPOOL
The LONG STROKE
SPOOL has a longer stroke compared to conventional spool designs. It
contributes to improved casting feel and distance.
CI4+
CI4 is a resin
material reinforced with carbon fiber that is lighter and has a higher strength
than conventional resin material. CI4+ is an advanced version of the original
CI4 material.The rigidity and durability have been greatly improved from
original CI4 material while maintaining the lightness of the material, making
it possible to reduce the size and weight of the reel.
SA-RB
S A-RB bearings are
put through the same process as Shimano’s A-RB bearings but feature shields on
both sides of the bearings. These shields reduce the possibility of salt or
sand inhibiting the rotation of the bearing.
ONE-PIECE BAIL
ONE-PIECE BAILallows the line to travel unimpeded to the line roller. The seamless design reduces friction and decreases the chance of tangles or the line catching on the bail arm.
| ITEM CODE | MONO LINE CAPACITY (#TEST/YD) | WEIGHT (OZ) | BEARINGS | GEAR RATIO | RETRIEVE PER CRANK (IN) | POWERPRO BRAID (LB/YDS) | MAX DRAG (LB) |
| ULTC5000XGFC | 12/195, 14/165 | 10.1 | 5+1 | 6.2:1 | 40 | 20/260, 30/235, 40/185 | 24 |
