Shimano Ultegra FD

ULTEGRA is popular among many anglers because of its rotational performance and durability beyond the standard for its price range. CORESOLID series design, which pursues smoother and more stable winding, shows its true value especially in fishing that continues a lure with large pull resistance such as a vibration plug at a constant speed. The basic performance was further upgraded with the addition of INFINITYXROSS, INFINITYDRIVE, and ANTITWISTFIN, resulting in satisfactory usability not only for entry-level users, but also for core users.

Key Features

Ultegra is positioned as the entry model in the Core Solid series. Despite its affordable price range, it is equipped with a full range of specifications, such as smooth winding comfort thanks to the Micro Module Gear II and a highly durable drive gear made of HAGANE gear x Infinity Cross. The high rigidity rotor of the Core Solid series can handle lures with strong pulling resistance. In addition, we have pursued high basic performance such as a long stroke spool that produces constant casting distance and durability due to the ironclad waterproof mechanism and X-Protect. The evolved "rotation performance" and "durability" will support your game.

Core Solid Series and Magnum Light Series

The Core Solid series, one of the categories of Shimano spinning reels, is a series characterized by its smooth winding feel and stable reeling. The rotor, which has moderate inertia, has a force that tries to keep rotating once it starts to rotate, and it is particularly valuable in games where you need to keep reeling in lures with a large pulling resistance at a constant speed.

On the other hand, the Magnum Light series has a lightweight, low inertia rotor that provides high response and allows you to freely control the lure's start of movement and action, making it suitable for technical games such as egging. It is suitable for producing a sharp action.

The new Ultegra is equipped with additional technology on the popular previous model. One of them, Infinity Cross, distributes the load on the teeth through advances in the design and manufacturing technology of the gear tooth surface. The durability of the gear has been increased. In addition, the Infinity Drive, which reduces frictional resistance in the drive system, has been installed, making powerful winding even more advanced. In addition, the addition of anti-twist fins reduces line slack and also prevents the line from riding up on the skirt. It reduces stress and creates a more comfortable game. The lineup includes 11 items from C2000S to C5000XG. The C2500SHG, which allows for quick line slack recovery, has been added, further expanding the range of applications for bass, trout, light salt, and eging.

Feature

Technology

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

With amazing strength and durability, the HAGANE Gear is at the very heart of most Shimano reels. 
Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives anglers the long-lasting smoothness and enjoyment that is felt when anglers first use a reel, repeatedly. No cutting work is applied to the teeth of the drive gear during fabrication; instead, the entire surface is calculated in minute detail by a special 3D design and then formed by Shimano's cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the result of Shimano's endless pursuit for durability — this strength and power of forged metal continue to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.

Micromodule II

The MICROMODULE Gear II has evolved with Shimano's unique manufacturing technology and a state-of-the-art gear-tooth surface design. The drive and pinion gear surfaces have been analyzed and updated from the ground up in Shimano's pursuit of perfection to further improve the smooth gear feeling and reduce sound.

X Ship

X SHIP provides improved gear performance. Large diameter drive gear optimally positioned pinion gear and drive gear, and two points bearings supported pinion gear produce light reeling under load.

INFINITYDRIVE

INFINITYDRIVE is a new main shaft supporting structure that improves winding torque and allows for incredibly smooth and light rotation.

Silent Drive

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.

Anti Twist Fin

Elastic fins are installed near the line roller section. By suppressing line slack, the fins reduce the phenomenon of line dropping out of the lower part of the spool and line wrapping around the spool while the line is still twisted.

X Protect

For medium and small general-purpose spinning reels, which require lighter spinning, we focused on a non-contact structure that does not compromise the lightness of the spinning. In addition to conventional water-repellent treatment, a labyrinth structure that suppresses water penetration is combined to achieve high water-resistant performance despite the non-contact nature of the structure. It is used in the stopper bearing section and line roller section.

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.

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.

Long Stroke Spool

The LONG STROKE SPOOL has a longer stroke compared to conventional spool designs. It contributes to improved casting feel and distance.

Ci4+

A new carbon material that is an evolution of the lightweight carbon material Ci4. The rigidity and durability have been significantly improved while maintaining the lightness, making it possible to make the reel smaller and lighter.

S A-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 bail allows 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.

 

Line Up

1000D

C2000HGD

2500HGD

C3000HGD

4000XGD

C5000XGD

Specification