Quick Summary
The Shimano Corvalus 400 is a right hand baitcasting fishing reel with the model code CVL400. It is the 400 size version and the stated gear ratio is 5.2:1.
The reel also has a listed weight of 335 g, line capacity figures in both mm/metre and lbs/yds, a line retrieval of 56 cm, a maximum drag force of 5 kg and 3 ball bearings.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Brand | Shimano. This identifies the reel range clearly. |
| Model | Corvalus 400, CVL400. Check this against the exact reel you want. |
| Product type | Right hand baitcasting fishing reel. Handedness matters for a comfortable setup. |
| Size | 400 size. Compare this with the reel size you need. |
| Gear ratio | 5.2:1. This is a key reel specification for choosing the right feel and retrieve rate. |
| Weight | 335 g. This is useful if overall tackle weight matters to you. |
| Line capacity | 0.3/325, 0.35/270, 0.4/215 mm/metre; 12/330, 14/250, 20/165 lbs/yds. Check which line format you use before buying. |
| Line retrieval | 56 cm. This is the stated line retrieval figure for the reel. |
| Max. drag force | 5 kg. Make sure this matches the type of fishing you plan to do. |
| Ball bearings | 3. This is one of the mechanical specification points buyers often compare. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Handedness: This reel is right hand. Choose the correct hand orientation for your setup.
- Size: The reel is 400 size, so compare that with the size of reel you want on your rod or rig.
- Line capacity: Check the stated mm/metre or lbs/yds figures against the line you plan to use.
- Drag force: The listed maximum drag force is 5 kg, so compare that with the control you need from the reel.
- Retrieval: The stated line retrieval is 56 cm, which is useful if retrieve rate matters to your choice.
Compatibility, Size and Fit
This is a right hand baitcasting reel in 400 size. That makes handedness and reel size the two most important checks before choosing an offer. Confirm that the right hand layout matches how you fish and that the 400 size suits your rod and line setup.
Before You Decide
Confirm the right hand orientation, the 400 size and the CVL400 model code before choosing an offer. Also check the line capacity format you use and the stated 5 kg max. drag force if those details matter to your setup.
