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Abu Garcia Max SX 3000 Front Drag Reel

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Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.

You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.

We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do. 

We offer free post to any mainland UK address with a basket of more than £80. We also send all over the world and the best way to find out how much postage you will pay is in our checkout. Add the items to your basket and then add your address. Our checkout will automatically calculate your total.

We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.

Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.

You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.

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SKU – 1609815

Product Details and Uses

The Abu Garcia Max SX 3000 Front Drag Reel brings high-end performance features inspired by Abu Garcia’s flagship Revo® and Zenon™ series into a highly versatile, medium-compact package. Engineered with an asymmetric body frame, specialized V-Rotor, and V-Spool, the Max SX 3000 offers an ideal balance of strength, line capacity, and weight savings for lighter predator and coarse applications.
Featuring a 6+1 stainless steel bearing drive system, this reel delivers fluid retrieves and low start-up inertia, giving anglers instant responsiveness on delicate strikes. Abu Garcia’s Rocket Line Management™ and Rocket Spool Lip Design™ ensure smooth line departure during casts, significantly reducing friction and preventing wind knots across braided lines, fluorocarbon, and monofilaments.
The machined aluminum spool is completely braid-ready, allowing anglers to tie braid directly without slippage or mono backing. Complete with a lightweight aluminum handle and co-molded soft-touch knobs, the 3000 size offers all-day comfort for active casting tactics.

Technical Specifications

Feature Specification
Reel Size 3000
Drag Type Front Drag
Bearing Count 7 (6 Stainless Steel Ball Bearings + 1 Roller Bearing)
Frame Material Asymmetric Graphite Frame
Rotor System Graphite V-Rotor
Spool Design Machined Aluminum V-Spool (Braid Ready)
Line Management Rocket Line Management™ & Rocket Spool Lip Design™
Handle Assembly Machined Aluminum with Co-molded Soft Touch Knobs
Braid Capability Direct-tie braid ready (no backing required)

Pro Tip

Angler’s Insight: The 3000 size is the ultimate “all-rounder” for light-to-medium lure setups. When spooling with thin diameter braid, balance the line lay by using a light finger tension during the first few spooled turns. This ensures the braid sits snugly onto the knurled spool core, giving you flawless line lay and maximum casting distance with light jigs and hardbaits.

Key Applications & Ideal Uses

  • Perch & Light Pike Lure Fishing: The perfect partner for light to medium spinning rods targeting large perch, chub, and jack pike with soft plastics, small crankbaits, or spinners.
  • Light Estuary & Saltwater Lure Tactics: Ideal for light coastal spinning, working estuary marks for sea trout, or delicate soft-baiting for bass around shallow structures.
  • Feeder & Pellet Waggler Fishing: A superb choice for commercial coarse venues or river float fishing where a lightweight, responsive front drag reel is needed for fast-paced action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes the 3000 size different from the 4000 size?
A: The 3000 model utilizes a smaller body and spool capacity, making it noticeably lighter and better balanced on lighter rod blanks (7ft–9ft lure rods or light feeder rods), whereas the 4000 size suits heavier lures, thicker lines, and longer rods.
Q: Can I tie braided line directly to the spool?
A: Yes. The machined aluminum spool features a braid-ready design with a textured arbor, eliminating the need for monofilament backing to stop braid slip.
Q: Is this reel suitable for both freshwater and saltwater?
A: Yes. The 6+1 stainless steel bearings and durable graphite construction handle light saltwater environments well. A quick rinse with fresh water after fishing in saltwater will keep the internal components running smoothly.

“Need advice on tackle? Ask Bob”

Powered by a deep library of angling knowledge,  the experience of thousands of anglers & indepth technical product specs.  Available 24/7. Just Ask.

Anglers Serving Anglers

Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.

You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.

We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do. 

This item is available for next day delivery. You can pick this in the checkout.

We offer free post to any mainland UK address with a basket of more than £80. We also send all over the world and the best way to find out how much postage you will pay is in our checkout. Add the items to your basket and then add your address. Our checkout will automatically calculate your total.

We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.

Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.

You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.

SKU – 1609815

Chest Size Guide

Penn Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-37″)

Medium (38″-40″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (46″-48″)

XXLarge (50″-52″)

Wader Waist Guide

Small (28″-30″)

Medium (30″-33″)

Large (34″-37″)

XLarge (37″-39″)

XXLarge (39″-42″)

3XLarge (42″-45″)

Kinetic/Westin Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-37″)

Medium (38″-40″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (46″-48″)

XXLarge (50″-52″)

3XLarge (54″-56″)

Grundens Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-37″)

Medium (38″-40″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (46″-48″)

XXLarge (50″-52″)

3XLarge (54″-56″)

Vass Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-38″)

Medium (38″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-46″)

XXLarge (47″-48″)

3XLarge (49″-51″)

Trakker Chest Size Guide

Small (38-40″)

Medium (41-43″)

Large (44-46″)

Xlarge (47-49″)

XXLarge (50-52″)

XXXLarge (53-55″)

Korda Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-38″)

Medium (38″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-46″)

XXLarge (47″-48″)

3XLarge (49″-51″)

Guy Cotten Chest Size Guide

Small (86 – 94cm)

Medium (94 – 102cm)

Large (102 – 110cm)

XLarge (110 – 124cm)

XXLarge (124 – 134cm)

3XLarge (134 – 154cm)

Fox Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-38″)

Medium (39″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-47″)

XXLarge (48″-50″)

3XLarge (51″-54″)

4XLarge (55″-60″)

Nash Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-38″)

Medium (39″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-47″)

XXLarge (48″-50″)

3XLarge (51″-54″)

4XLarge (55″-60″)

Aqua Chest Size Guide

Small (38-40″)

Medium (41-43″)

Large (44-46″)

Xlarge (47-49″)

XXLarge (50-52″)

XXXLarge (53-55″)

Guru Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-38″)

Medium (38″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-46″)

XXLarge (47″-48″)

3XLarge (49″-51″)

Preston Chest Innovations Size Guide

Small (36″-38″)

Medium (38″-41″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (45″-46″)

XXLarge (47″-48″)

3XLarge (49″-51″)

Trouser Waist Guide (Inches) 

Small – 28″ – 32″

Medium 32″ – 34″

Large – 34″ – 36″

X-Large 36″ – 38″

XX-Large – 38″ – 42″

XXX-Large 42″ – 46″

XXXX-Large 46″ – 52″