Shimano 26 Tranx 401HG B [Y315]

Shimano 26 Tranx 401HG B

High-Speed Heavy-Duty Baitcasting Reel for Musky, Pike & Big Baits

Overview

The Shimano 26 Tranx 401HG B is a heavy-duty baitcasting reel designed for anglers targeting powerful freshwater predators with large lures and heavy tackle. Built for demanding fishing applications, it combines a high-speed 7.6:1 gear ratio, substantial line capacity, and a maximum drag of 8 kg.

With 103 cm of line retrieve per crank, the Tranx 401HG B allows anglers to recover line quickly, reposition large lures efficiently, and maintain control when fighting powerful fish.

Its left-hand retrieve configuration makes it an excellent choice for musky, pike, and other large freshwater predators, particularly when fishing heavy swimbaits, bucktails, spinnerbaits, and other oversized presentations.

Key Features

• Left-hand retrieve
• High-speed 7.6:1 gear ratio
• Fast line recovery: 103 cm per crank
• Maximum drag: 8 kg
• Heavy-duty construction for demanding fishing applications
• Large line capacity for heavy line and extended fishing sessions
• Ideal for large lures and powerful freshwater predators

Specifications

• Model: 26 Tranx 401HG B
• Retrieve: Left-Hand
• Gear Ratio: 7.6:1
• Weight: 355 g
• Max Drag: 8 kg
• Line Retrieve: 103 cm/crank
• Bearings: 5 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing
• Mono Capacity: 14 lb – 260 yd / 17 lb – 230 yd / 20 lb – 160 yd
• PowerPro Capacity: 50 lb – 250 yd / 65 lb – 180 yd / 80 lb – 150 yd

Recommended Lures & Techniques

The Tranx 401HG B is well suited for heavy-duty fishing techniques that demand a robust reel, generous line capacity, and fast line pickup:

• Large Swimbaits: medium to oversized hard and soft swimbaits
• Bucktails: single- and double-bladed bucktails for musky and pike
• Spinnerbaits: large spinnerbaits for covering water efficiently
• Glide Baits: large glide baits for targeting trophy predators
• Large Crankbaits: deep-diving and oversized crankbaits
• Heavy Jerkbaits: large jerkbaits worked with aggressive rod movements
• Topwater Lures: large prop baits and other oversized surface presentations

The high-speed retrieve is particularly useful for burning bucktails, quickly taking up slack after aggressive lure movements, and keeping control when a fish changes direction.

Recommended Fishing Applications

The Tranx 401HG B is particularly suitable for:

• Musky
• Northern pike
• Large freshwater predators

It excels in situations involving large lures, heavy line, extensive casting, and powerful fish, whether fishing weed edges, rocky structures, open water, or other productive predator habitat.

Recommended Rod Pairings

For a balanced heavy-duty setup, pair this reel with:

• Heavy to Extra-Heavy rod, 7'6"–8'0" — for medium to large swimbaits, spinnerbaits, and bucktails
• Extra-Heavy rod, 8'0"–9'0" — for larger musky lures and demanding casting applications
• Heavy rod with a suitable lure rating — for versatile pike fishing with large hard baits and soft plastics

Choose a rod based on the actual lure weight and technique rather than power rating alone. A longer rod can also help improve casting distance and line control when fishing large lures.

Recommended Line Setup

For musky and heavy pike applications:

• 65 lb braid — an excellent all-around choice for many large-lure applications
• 80 lb braid — better suited to oversized lures and demanding conditions
• 50 lb braid — suitable for selected lighter heavy-lure applications when appropriate for the lure and cover

Use a suitable wire or heavy-duty fluorocarbon leader when targeting pike or musky to reduce the risk of bite-offs. Match the leader strength and length to the target species and lure.

Condition

Brand New — Minor Shipping Scratch

The reel is brand new and unused. However, one scratch occurred during shipping. This cosmetic imperfection is disclosed transparently; please refer to the product photos for the exact location and appearance of the scratch.