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Shimano | 5x11x4 | 3x10x4 Compatible Reels
Antares Series
- 19 Antares (NORMAL, HG)
- 18 Antares DC MD (XG)
- 16 Antares DC (NORMAL, HG)
Calcutta Conquest Series
- 24 Conquest Shallow Edition (30HG, 31HG)
- 23 Conquest MD (300XG, 300XGLH, 301XGLH, 400XG, 400XGLH, 401XGLH)
- 21 Conquest (100, 200)
- 15–18 Conquest (300, 301, 400, 401)
Metanium Series
- 23 Metanium (100HG, 101HG, 100XG, 101XG)
- 22 Metanium Shallow Edition (NORMAL, HG, XG)
- 20 Metanium (NORMAL, HG, XG)
- 16 Metanium MGL (NORMAL, HG, XG)
Bantam Series
- 22 Bantam (RIGHT, LEFT, HG RIGHT, HG LEFT, XG RIGHT, XG LEFT)
- 18 Bantam MGL (PG, NORMAL, HG, XG)
Scorpion Series
- 21 Scorpion MD
Ocea Conquest Series
- 24 CT (300PG, 300MG, 300HG, 301MG, 301HG)
- 22–23 (200PG, 201PG, 200HG, 201HG, 300PG, 301PG, 300HG, 301HG, 300XG, 301XG)
- 19–20 Limited (200HG, 201HG, 200PG, 201PG, 300HG, 301HG, 400HG, 300PG, 301PG)
- 18 CT (200HG, 200PG, 201HG, 201PG, 300HG, 300PG, 301HG, 301PG)
- 15–16 (300PG, 301PG, 300HG, 301HG)
Grappler Series
- 24 Premium (150XG, 151XG)
- 22 BB (150HG, 151HG)
- 17 Grappler (300HG, 301HG)
Exsence Series
- 17 Exsence DC (XG RIGHT, LEFT)
Engetsu Series
- 23 Premium (150PG RIGHT, 151PG LEFT, 150HG RIGHT, 151HG LEFT)
- 22 BB (100PG RIGHT, 101PG LEFT, 100HG RIGHT, 101HG LEFT)
Bay Game Series
- 20 Bay Game (300PG, 301PG)
Barchetta Series
- 24 Premium (150DH RIGHT, 151DH LEFT, 150DHXG RIGHT, 151DHXG LEFT)
Spool Bearing Differences – Core vs Edge vs Apex Compared
Spool Bearing Differences – Core vs Edge vs Apex Compared
Our spool bearings differ in material composition, ball quality, cage system, ABEC precision class, and optimal tuning for your casting weight. Each class is designed for a specific application. The decisive factor is not just the ABEC rating, but the entire construction and its tuning to your setup.
Apex – ABEC 9 with S30 Ceramic Balls and PEEK Ribbon Cage
Apex bearings are our uncompromising high-performance option. They consist of ABEC 9 precision-made stainless steel rings, equipped with S30 ceramic balls and a PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone) ribbon cage.
S30 ceramic balls enable extremely low friction and very high speeds. The PEEK ribbon retainer is a high-performance cage that ensures stability, temperature resistance, and reliable ball guidance at very high speeds.
- ABEC 9 precision standard
- S30 ceramic balls for maximum rotational pleasure
- PEEK ribbon cage for stability at high speeds & minimal friction
- Very fast spool acceleration
Thanks to this design, the spool of your baitcasting reel starts very quickly and reaches extremely high speeds, especially in the lower casting weight range.
Sweet spot casting weight: 2 to 60 g
If you mostly fish well above this range, a slightly more robustly tuned design makes sense. In this case, switching to the Edge class is recommended.
Edge – ABEC 9 Hybrid Ceramic Bearings with S25 Balls
Edge bearings are also based on an ABEC 9 precision standard. They use S25 ceramic balls combined with precision-made steel rings and a Japanese ribbon retainer.
Compared to Apex, Edge is tuned to be a bit more versatile. The design offers high speed capability combined with more mechanical stability for a broader range of applications.
- ABEC 9 precision standard
- S25 ceramic balls for high speeds
- Japanese ribbon retainer for stable ball guidance
- Balanced performance tuning
Edge bearings are available in two variants:
- With Orange Seal: Additional protection against dirt and moisture
- Without Seal: Minimal resistance for maximum rotational pleasure
Sweet spot casting weight: 5 to 100 g
If your setup regularly exceeds this range significantly, the Core class is the technically more suitable choice.
Core – ABEC 5 Stainless Steel Bearings for High Load
Core bearings consist of ABEC 5 precision-made stainless steel bearings with a stable ball and cage construction. They are designed for durability, continuous use, and consistent performance.
ABEC 5 here does not mean lower quality but a more robust tuning compared to high-speed hybrid ceramic bearings.
- ABEC 5 precision standard
- Robust stainless steel construction
- High mechanical load capacity
- Consistent performance under load
Sweet spot casting weight: 8 g to over 200 g
The Casting Weight Decides
All our spool bearings are high-quality manufactured and designed for high speeds. The crucial difference lies in the tuning to your actual lure spectrum.
Those who mostly fish very light lures benefit from maximum startup dynamics. Those covering a broader spectrum should choose a more versatile tuning. Those who consistently cast heavy should rely on robust stability.
The best performance arises when bearing class and casting weight match.
Compatible Reel
Antares Series
- 19 Antares (NORMAL, HG)
- 18 Antares DC MD (XG)
- 16 Antares DC (NORMAL, HG)
Calcutta Conquest Series
- 24 Conquest Shallow Edition (30HG, 31HG)
- 23 Conquest MD (300XG, 300XGLH, 301XGLH, 400XG, 400XGLH, 401XGLH)
- 21 Conquest (100, 200)
- 15–18 Conquest (300, 301, 400, 401)
Metanium Series
- 23 Metanium (100HG, 101HG, 100XG, 101XG)
- 22 Metanium Shallow Edition (NORMAL, HG, XG)
- 20 Metanium (NORMAL, HG, XG)
- 16 Metanium MGL (NORMAL, HG, XG)
Bantam Series
- 22 Bantam (RIGHT, LEFT, HG RIGHT, HG LEFT, XG RIGHT, XG LEFT)
- 18 Bantam MGL (PG, NORMAL, HG, XG)
Scorpion Series
- 21 Scorpion MD
Ocea Conquest Series
- 24 CT (300PG, 300MG, 300HG, 301MG, 301HG)
- 22–23 (200PG, 201PG, 200HG, 201HG, 300PG, 301PG, 300HG, 301HG, 300XG, 301XG)
- 19–20 Limited (200HG, 201HG, 200PG, 201PG, 300HG, 301HG, 400HG, 300PG, 301PG)
- 18 CT (200HG, 200PG, 201HG, 201PG, 300HG, 300PG, 301HG, 301PG)
- 15–16 (300PG, 301PG, 300HG, 301HG)
Grappler Series
- 24 Premium (150XG, 151XG)
- 22 BB (150HG, 151HG)
- 17 Grappler (300HG, 301HG)
Exsence Series
- 17 Exsence DC (XG RIGHT, LEFT)
Engetsu Series
- 23 Premium (150PG RIGHT, 151PG LEFT, 150HG RIGHT, 151HG LEFT)
- 22 BB (100PG RIGHT, 101PG LEFT, 100HG RIGHT, 101HG LEFT)
Bay Game Series
- 20 Bay Game (300PG, 301PG)
Barchetta Series
- 24 Premium (150DH RIGHT, 151DH LEFT, 150DHXG RIGHT, 151DHXG LEFT)
RL-TNG CORE Spool Bearing Set | ABEC 5 | Shimano | 5x11x4 | 3x10x4
RL-TNG CORE Spool Bearing Set | ABEC 5 | Shimano | 5x11x4 | 3x10x4
The CORE stainless steel bearing set for Shimano baitcasters in sizes 5x11x4 mm and 3x10x4 mm delivers exactly that: maximum durability in the reel bearing, smooth operation even after many uses, and no loss of performance over multiple seasons.
Construction and Material
CORE bearings are based on an ABEC 5 precision standard with high-quality stainless steel balls, precision-made stainless steel race rings, and a sturdy cage design. This construction is deliberately designed for mechanical durability and long-lasting performance, not for speed records, but for years of reliable operation under load.
- ABEC 5 precision standard
- High-quality stainless steel balls and stainless steel race rings
- Robust cage design for high load capacity
- Maximum durability for continuous use
Performance Characteristics
CORE reel bearings are not optimized for maximum speed in the ultralight range, but for controlled, stable rotation under load. Especially with powerful casts and heavier lures, the performance remains constant and reliable, use after use, season after season.
Recommended Application Range
The optimal application range is for a casting weight from 8 g to over 200 g. This makes CORE bearings ideal for heavy setups, larger lures, and consistently high loads.
You can find compatible reels under the tab: Compatible Reels.
Classification within the RL-TNG Bearing Classes
For maximum spool acceleration and highest speeds in the ultralight BFS range, the APEX class with S30 ceramic balls and PEEK cage is the right choice, for 2 to 60 g. For versatile all-round performance that balances speed and durability, the EDGE class with S25 hybrid ceramic balls and optional Orange Seal offers the best ratio of both, for 5 to 100 g. CORE is the right choice when stability, load capacity, and reliable long-term performance are the priority.
Passt für diese Rollenmodelle
Geprüft passend für 24 Rollenmodelle. Auf jeder Modellseite siehst du alle Tuning-Teile für genau diese Rolle.
Shimano (24 Modelle)
- 25 Scorpion MD 300
- 25 Tranx 400 B
- 24 Tranx 300 B
- 24 Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition
- 24 Scorpion MD 300
- 23 Calcutta Conquest MD
- 23 Metanium
- 22 Bantam
- 22 Metanium Shallow Edition
- 21 Calcutta Conquest 100
- 21 Calcutta Conquest 200
- 21 Scorpion MD 300
- 20 Curado K 300
- 20 Metanium
- 19 Antares
- 18 Antares DC MD
- 18 Bantam MGL
- 18 Calcutta Conquest 300
- 18 Calcutta Conquest 400
- 17 Exsence DC
- 16 Antares DC
- 16 Metanium MGL
- 16 Tranx 300 A
- 16 Tranx 400
FAQ – Spool Bearings for Baitcasting Reels
- Funktioniert absolut unauffällig im positivsten Sinne. Nochmals für die zweite Rolle bestellt.
Some of the reviews shown are from related products the merchant grouped with this one.
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Schnelle Lieferung, netter Kontakt, war alles sehr positiv!! Schnell verbaut und werten die Rollen optisch absolut auf!!
Hey Alex, vielen lieben Dank für dein Feedback! WOW sieht super aus! Wir freuen uns immer sehr zu sehen was ihr aus euren Angelrollen zaubert!
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Passen zur Daiwa 25 Caldia LT 3000
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spulenlager Ersatz für okuma komodo 273. Funktioniert absolut unauffällig im positivsten Sinn. habe für meine zweite rolle nachbestellt.
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5x9x3
Ich war mit der Performance meiner Shimano Curado DC out of the Box eher unzufrieden und habe mir daher das Komplettset bestellt, in welchem die Kugellager enthalten sind.
Da es meine erste BC ist und ich somit noch unerfahren bin, habe ich mir nebenbei den Guide auf YT angesehen, wodurch der Austausch zum Kinderspiel wird.
Die Step by Step Anleitung gewährleistet es einem, den Austausch auch in Eigenregie zu bewerkstelligen.
Dafür ganz großes Lob und vielen Dank für das Video.
Ergebnis ist eine Rolle von einem anderen Stern! Absolut nicht zu vergleichen mit dem Auslieferungszustand und ihr werdet den Kauf nicht bereuen.
Also bestellt euch das Set, baut es ein und habt Spaß am Wasser, Petri 🎣
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8x12x3.5
Ich war mit der Performance meiner Shimano Curado DC out of the Box eher unzufrieden und habe mir daher das Komplettset bestellt, in welchem die Kugellager enthalten sind.
Da es meine erste BC ist und ich somit noch unerfahren bin, habe ich mir nebenbei den Guide auf YT angesehen, wodurch der Austausch zum Kinderspiel wird.
Die Step by Step Anleitung gewährleistet es einem, den Austausch auch in Eigenregie zu bewerkstelligen.
Dafür ganz großes Lob und vielen Dank für das Video.
Ergebnis ist eine Rolle von einem anderen Stern! Absolut nicht zu vergleichen mit dem Auslieferungszustand und ihr werdet den Kauf nicht bereuen.
Also bestellt euch das Set, baut es ein und habt Spaß am Wasser, Petri 🎣
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5x11x4
Die Kugellager sehen gut aus. passt perfekt zu meinem ABU Garcia Zenon. Ich war noch nicht beim Angeln.
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Immer wieder gerne.Ein Riesen unterschied beim werfen
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Sehr guter Online Shop und angenehmer Kontakt👍
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Laufen super, waren einfach zu montieren
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Alles bestens
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Lohnt sich nachzurüsten 👍🏻
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Ware wie beschrieben, schneller Versand.
Gerne wieder
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Versand top, Ware top
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Perfekter Griff, schneller Versand gerne wieder
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Es wurde schnell geliefert. Die Qualität passt.
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Schnelle Lieferung
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Die Lager haben eine gute Qualität und laufen sehr leichtgängig. Die Lieferung kam schnell an und auch die Verpackung der Ware war top 👍
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👍👍
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Miene Rolle läuft jetzt Mega leicht.
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Die Lager sind wie in der Artikelbeschreibung dargestellt und klasse verarbeitet, machen ihren Job