Shimano 2024 Scorpion MD

Shimano 2024 Scorpion MD 200HG | Right-Hand Baitcasting Reel

Brand New | High-Capacity Baitcasting Reel for Heavy Lures, Cover & Power Fishing

Overview

The Shimano 2024 Scorpion MD 200HG is a high-capacity baitcasting reel designed for anglers who need additional line capacity, strong drag performance, and a fast retrieve for heavy-duty freshwater applications.

Built around a large-capacity 200-size platform, the Scorpion MD 200HG is well suited for heavier line and larger lures than a traditional compact bass reel. Its 7.4:1 gear ratio, 81 cm line retrieve per crank, and 6 kg maximum drag provide the combination of speed and power needed for fishing around cover and structure.

With line capacity ranging from 12 to 20 lb, this reel is particularly versatile for heavy Texas rigs, jigs, larger spinnerbaits, frogs, swimbaits, crankbaits, and other power-fishing techniques.

Key Features

• 2024 Shimano Scorpion MD
• Brand new
• Right-hand retrieve
• Large-capacity 200-size spool
• 7.4:1 high-speed gear ratio
• 81 cm line retrieve per crank
• 6 kg maximum drag
• 7+1 ball/roller bearings
• 215 g reel weight
• Designed for heavy-line and heavy-lure applications

Specifications

• Model: 2024 Scorpion MD 200HG
• Retrieve: Right Hand
• Weight: 215 g
• Gear Ratio: 7.4:1
• Max Drag: 6 kg
• Retrieve per Crank: 81 cm
• Bearings: 7+1
• Line Capacity:
  • 12 lb – 165 m
  • 14 lb – 145 m
  • 16 lb – 120 m
  • 20 lb – 100 m

Recommended Fishing Applications

The Scorpion MD 200HG is an excellent choice for power-fishing techniques where heavier line, larger lures, and increased line capacity are important.

• Heavy Texas Rig
• Football Jig
• Casting Jig
• Swim Jig
• Carolina Rig
• Large Spinnerbaits
• Large Crankbaits
• Jerkbaits
• Medium to large Swimbaits
• Hollow-body Frogs
• Topwater Lures
• Heavy Cover Fishing
• Structure Fishing
• Long-distance Casting

The 7.4:1 gear ratio is particularly useful when fishing around heavy cover. The fast retrieve allows you to quickly take up slack after a long cast, keep pressure on the fish, and bring a hooked fish away from vegetation, wood, docks, and other structure.

Recommended Lures & Techniques

Heavy Texas Rig:
Pair with larger creature baits, worms, and craws using heavier weights when fishing vegetation, wood, docks, and other cover.

Jigs:
Excellent for 3/8–1 oz football jigs, casting jigs, and swim jigs when targeting bass around rock, brush, and deeper structure.

Swimbaits:
A strong choice for medium to larger paddle-tail swimbaits and other single-hook swimbaits where additional line capacity is beneficial.

Spinnerbaits:
Ideal for 3/8–1 oz spinnerbaits when covering large areas around shallow structure, grass, and wood.

Frogs:
The large spool and heavy-line capability make the Scorpion MD 200HG well suited for hollow-body frogs around heavy vegetation.

Crankbaits:
Suitable for larger and deeper-diving crankbaits when additional line capacity and a powerful casting setup are desired.

Target Species

• Largemouth Bass
• Smallmouth Bass
• Pike
• Walleye
• Other freshwater predatory species suited to heavy casting tackle

Recommended Rod Pairings

For general power-fishing applications, pair the Scorpion MD 200HG with a 7'0"–7'6" Medium Heavy to Heavy baitcasting rod.

Recommended characteristics:

• Power: Medium Heavy – Heavy
• Action: Fast to Regular-Fast
• Length: 7'0"–7'6"
• Lure Rating: Approximately 3/8–1 1/2 oz, depending on technique

For larger swimbaits, frogs, and heavy cover, a Heavy or Extra Heavy rod with a higher lure rating is recommended.

Ideal pairings include power-oriented rods from the Shimano Poison Adrena, Shimano Zodias, Megabass Destroyer P5, Megabass Orochi X10, and other Japanese JDM baitcasting series.

Recommended Line Setup

• 12–14 lb Fluorocarbon — jigs, crankbaits, and general power fishing
• 14–16 lb Fluorocarbon — heavy Texas rigs, larger hard baits, and structure
• 16–20 lb Fluorocarbon — heavy cover and larger lures
• 40–50 lb Braided Line — frogs and dense vegetation

The large-capacity spool provides enough room for heavier line while maintaining a practical amount of line for long casts.

Condition

Brand New

100% genuine Japanese-market Shimano product.