The Power Aero XTC/XSC certainly lives up to its name. Packed with advanced technology and engineered to perfection in Japan, this reel oozes quality design and workmanship. Long casting, with the latest technology including Infinity Drive, and a sleek two-tone finish, the Power Aero is visually stunning and peerless in performance.
The Power Aero is a serious angler’s reel and if that appeals to you, you are not alone. Since its launch it has built up a huge following and is trusted by many thousands of anglers throughout Europe. Great looking in either colour, it is packed with the best technology and engineered to perfection. In fact, there are some anglers who actually prefer this model over the ultra high-end Aero Technium Mgs. In use you will instantly recognise the Shimano smoothness and when placed under extreme pressure, in a fish-playing situation, you will be amazed at how the latest Infinity Drive technology works in harmony with HAGANE Gearing and X-SHIP to produce remarkable lighter-feeling winding power.
Packed with technical features like HAGANE Gear, aluminium HAGANE Body, X-SHIP, plus Infinity Drive and Silent Drive refinements, it also benefits from X-Protect and is designed to perform to the highest standards. The addition of Parallel Body technology increases casting distance and accuracy by eliminating line slap during the cast. This is further complemented by the superb line-lay of Super Slow 5 oscillation, combined with the AR-C spool design and Rigid Cast technology. Fitted with the advanced and almost instant Hi-Speed drag you can switch instantly from freespool mode to fight mode by only a very small turn of the drag knob, or lock down the spool when powering out a long cast. Supplied with two spools and sets of Line Reducers, the stunning Power Aero does everything superbly well, with a minimum of fuss.
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
The HAGANE Drive Gear is produced by Shimano’s coldforging technology, without the need for additional machining. This delivers a longlasting smoothness, strength, lightness and power at the very heart of the reel. Traditional diecast, machined gears are less durable under heavy loads.
X SHIP
X SHIP provides improved gear durability. By supporting the pinion gear on both ends with bearings, the pinion gear maintains precise alignment with the drive gear. This increased support allows the gears to stay in the same position under the heaviest loads. X-Ship technology also eliminates the friction between the spool shaft and gear to further benefit anglers with enhanced casting performance and casting distance of lighter lures.
HAGANE BODY
The HAGANE Body is a metal reel body with high rigidity. The body rigidity and impact resistance virtually eliminate body flexing on the reel while fighting a fish. The result transforms the angler's actions directly into cranking power.
INFINITYDRIVE
INFINITYDRIVE technology is an advanced structure that produces lower friction and lighter winding. Pinion gear is supported by the spool shaft instead of the pinion gear bearing on the spool side. Rotational resistance of the gear section has been reduced without compromising gear strength,
RIGID CAST
Optimally balanced design of rigidity and lightness. By minimizing deflection of the reel caused by large impacts during casting, the timing of release is stabilized. As a result, not only flying distance but also accuracy is improved.
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
X PROTECT provides high-level water resistance to the inside bearing of drive gear shaft with waterproof construction.
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.
PARELLEL BODY
PARELLEL BODY is designed to improve dynamic line flow from the reel. On many reels the spool is aligned slightly upwards towards the rod blank, but reels with PARELLEL BODY have the spool located parallel to the blank. The result: less line slapping on the blank as it travels towards the first guide during the cast, ultimately increasing performance.
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.
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.
HI-SPEED DRAG
HI-SPEED DRAG is the fastest drag function ever featured on a Shimano reel: A minimal turn on the drag knob will transition the drag settings from free-spool mode to fight mode.
CROSS CARBON DRAG
The CROSS CARBON DRAG provides the smooth drag release and the durability.
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.
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