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Shimano Stradic FM specs and buying notes

Exact model data, source limits, and questions to take to the seller.

What is published for ST2500HGFM?

This ledger shows the named variant. It does not describe every size in the family.

Gear ratio
5.8:1
Retrieve / crank (in)
34
Weight (oz)
7.8
Max drag (lb)
20
Bearings (maker notation)
6/1
Mono capacity
8-140, 10-120
Braid capacity
10-150, 15-145, 30-100
Body / frame
HAGANE metal body
Spool material
not published
Maker list price
USD 254.99

Maker notation: lb–yd (mono); PowerPro lb–yd (braid). Source: Stradic maker page .

Which size variants are documented?

US maker specification chart. Packaging-only variants are omitted; match the full SKU before buying.

Shimano Stradic FM · Maker notation: lb–yd (mono); PowerPro lb–yd (braid). · read 2026-11-04
Exact SKUSize / handleGear ratioRetrieve / crank (in)Weight (oz)Max drag (lb)Bearings (maker notation)Mono capacityBraid capacityBody / frameSpool materialMaker list price
ST1000HGFM1000HG6:1306.576/12-270, 4-160, 6-11010-95, 15-75, 20-65HAGANE metal bodynot publishedUSD 234.99
ST2500HGFM2500HG5.8:1347.8206/18-140, 10-12010-150, 15-145, 30-100HAGANE metal bodynot publishedUSD 254.99
STC3000XGFMC3000XG6.4:1377.9206/16-230, 8-170, 10-14010-200, 20-140, 40-105HAGANE metal bodynot publishedUSD 254.99
ST4000XGFM4000XG6.2:1409.7246/110-200, 12-16015-230, 30-180, 50-120HAGANE metal bodynot publishedUSD 264.99
STC5000XGFMC5000XG6.2:14010.2246/112-195, 14-16520-260, 30-235, 40-185HAGANE metal bodynot publishedUSD 264.99

What should you check before buying?

Use the exact SKU to match the listing, capacity and generation. These are buying questions from the published data, not performance findings.

  • Does your line diameter match the printed capacity?
  • Which retrieve rate and handle version suit your setup?

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Where do these facts come from?

The links identify source URLs and check dates. The source data records access limits.