Penn Authority Spinning Reels
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| Model TD Code | Gear Ratio | Line Per Handle Turn | Mono Capacity (lb test/yd) | Braid Capacity (lb test/yd) | Bearings | Max Drag | Weight | Price |
| ATH2500 PEN-2148 | 5.7:1 | 30in | 6/225 8/175 10/140 | 10/240 15/220 20/160 | 13 | 20lb | 11.9oz | $499.95 USD | |||
| ATH2500HS PEN-2149 | 7.0:1 | 37in | 6/225 8/175 10/140 | 10/240 15/220 20/160 | 13 | 20lb | 11.9oz | $499.95 USD | |||
| ATH3500 PEN-2150 | 5.7:1 | 34in | 6/360 8/285 10/220 | 10/310 15/270 20/220 | 13 | 30lb | 14.3oz | $529.95 USD | |||
| ATH4500 PEN-2151 | 5.7:1 | 37in | 8/425 10/320 12/235 | 15/390 20/320 30/250 | 13 | 30lb | 15oz | $529.95 USD | |||
| ATH4500HS PEN-2152 | 7.0:1 | 45in | 8/425 10/320 12/235 | 15/390 20/320 30/250 | 13 | 30lb | 15oz | $529.95 USD | |||
| ATH5500 PEN-2153 | 5.2:1 | 36in | 10/430 12/330 15/230 | 20/500 30/380 40/335 | 13 | 40lb | 23.6oz | $549.95 USD | |||
| ATH6500 PEN-2154 | 5.2:1 | 39in | 12/390 15/345 20/205 | 30/485 40/410 50/335 | 13 | 40lb | 25.4oz | $549.95 USD | |||
| ATH6500HS PEN-2155 | 6.2:1 | 48in | 12/390 15/345 20/205 | 30/485 40/410 50/335 | 13 | 40lb | 25.4oz | $549.95 USD | |||
| ATH7500 PEN-2156 | 4.7:1 | 38in | 15/490 20/330 30/220 | 40/530 50/440 65/400 | 13 | 50lb | 29.7oz | $569.95 USD | |||
| ATH8500 PEN-2157 | 4.7:1 | 42in | 20/455 30/310 40/260 | 40/730 50/600 65/555 | 13 | 50lb | 31.1oz | $569.95 USD | |||
| ATH8500HS PEN-2158 | 5.3:1 | 50in | 20/455 30/310 40/260 | 40/730 50/600 65/555 | 13 | 50lb | 31.1oz | $569.95 USD | |||
| ATH10500 PEN-2159 | 4.2:1 | 43in | 30/435 40/360 50/255 | 50/845 65/780 80/540 | 13 | 60lb | 37.3oz | $599.95 USD | |||
The Authority is the new PENN standard. Focusing on best-in-class gear feel and sealing, these reels will have a size and gear ratio for every scenario. The Authority will elevate PENN to a new premium category where it has not played. Featuring an IPX8 sealed body and spool, with a best-in-class stainless steel gear train, these reels far surpass the durability and performance required.
- IPX8 Sealed Body and Spool Design
- Full Metal Body, Sideplate, and Rotor
- CNC Gear Technology with Stainless Steel Main and Pinion (Fully Supported pinion tail and spool shaft)
- Sealed Slammer drag system with Dura-Drag
- 12+1 Stainless steel bearing system
- Leveline Slow Oscillation System
- Spare Hypalon knob
- Standard on 2500 (no spare knob)
14 Questions &
14 Answers
Jon H
from Plainville, CT asked:
August 27, 2022
Interested in a 6500any recommendations for a rod to pair with it?
1 Answer
Hi Jon, For the Penn Authority, we recommend the Ocean Tackle international Fathom Blade Jigging rod rated 400g in the spinning configuration ( https://www.tackledirect.com/ocean-tackle-international-fathom-blade-jigging-rods-2019-models.html ) or the St. Croix Mojo Jig in the 5'8 X-Heavy( https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-mojo-jig-rods.html ). For casting applications we recommend the Ocean Tackle International Tuna Sniper popping rod in 8ft 40-65lb or 60-80lbs( https://www.tackledirect.com/ocean-tackle-international-ts2-popping-rods.html ) or the Centaur Anglers Constellation rod in 8ft 1in rated 140-160g ( https://www.tackledirect.com/centaur-anglers-choice-constellation-inshore-popping-rods.html ). Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on August 31, 2022
EDWARD KOPACK
from NY asked:
August 22, 2022
are penn authority reel manual or auto bail?
1 Answer
Hi Edward, The Penn Authority reels in 4500 size and down have auto bails and reels 5500 and over have manual bails. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on August 22, 2022
Kane
from Florida Sebastian inlet asked:
August 16, 2022
Whats the weight on the 4500 model?
1 Answer
Hi Kane, The Penn Authority in 4500 size comes in at a weight of about 15oz. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on August 18, 2022
Clayton Folsom
from Jacksonville Florida asked:
August 14, 2022
What is a good rod to pair with the Penn Authority 3500 or 4500 for saltwater fishing?I mostly fish the river and the beach.
1 Answer
Hi Clayton, We recommend the St. Croix mojo inshore in the 7ft or 7ft 6in medium heavy rod ( https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-mojo-inshore-spinning-rods.html ). Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on August 16, 2022
David
from NJ asked:
August 7, 2022
Interested in the 4500 model but really want a manual bail on my reels..... Can you advise which sizes have a manual bail vs. Auto? Thanks.
1 Answer
Hi David, The Penn Authority 4500 does come with an auto bail and comes with a manual bail in the 5500 size and up. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on August 12, 2022
Frank
from Lords Valley asked:
July 28, 2022
Please Clarify. Â Can these reels be dunked in saltwater and have the handle cranked while under saltwater and not allow water to penetrate the internal components like the Van. Staal reals?
1 Answer
Hi Frank, The Penn Authority reels are stated to be fully sealed and are designed to be able to handle splashing and dunking. We are unsure to what degree they compare to the Van Staal as they are not released yet. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with
Submitted by:
Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 28, 2022
Shaun
from South Africa asked:
July 27, 2022
Do you ship express internationally specifically to south AfricaÂ
1 Answer
These reels are on pre order currently. We do ship internationally and offer several shipping options, including express shipping options.Â
Submitted by:
Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on August 1, 2022
Fais
from Saudi Arabia asked:
July 26, 2022
May i know what's the differences between this and the Slammer? Thabks.Â
1 Answer
Hi Fais, There are a few differences between the New Penn Authority and the Penn Slammer. The Authority is more sealed than the slammer and are made with more premium material and parts such as stainless steel gears. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 28, 2022
Traylon
from TX asked:
July 25, 2022
What is the braid capacity on these reels
1 Answer
Penn has not released the exact specs for this reel yet, however they appear to have the same line capacity as the Slammer IV in equivalent sizes.Â
For example, the 4500 Slammer IV gets 235 yards of 12 lb mono and 320 yards of 20 lb braid. The 4500 Penn Authority has the same mono capacity, so it can be assumed that it also gets 320 yards of 20 lb braid.Â
Submitted by:
Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 26, 2022
Zack
from Mobile, Al asked:
July 24, 2022
Max drag?
1 Answer
Hello Zack,Â
The Penn Authority max drag is as follows.Â
ATH2500 20LBS OF DRAG
ATH3500 & ATH4500 30LBS OF DRAGÂ
ATH5500 & ATH6500 40LBS OF DRAGÂ
ATH7500 & ATH8500 50LBS OF DRAGÂ
ATH10500 60LBS OF DRAG
Submitted by:
Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 26, 2022
Donald
from Ottawa, Ontario asked:
July 22, 2022
What's the drag rating for the 5500 and the 6500, for example? DONALD R A / Ottawa
1 Answer
Hello Donald,Â
The new Penn Authority reel in the 5500 and the 6500 has 40lbs of drag
Submitted by:
Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 26, 2022
Ted Babiy
from Devon, PA asked:
July 21, 2022
Where are these (the Authority models) made?
1 Answer
Hi Ted, According to Penn, The Penn Authority Spinning Reels are made in China. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 21, 2022
DJ
from Li asked:
July 20, 2022
IPX8 ? Â Means what ? Â As sealed as a VSX ? Â A VR ? Â A Slammer ? Â A Shield ?
1 Answer
Hi DJ, The IPX 8 rating on the reel is a rating in the consumer industry that rates how water resistant a product is. The IPX 8 rated sealing on the Penn Authority is higher than that of the Penn Slammer IV which has an IPX 6 rating. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 21, 2022
luis torres
from new york city asked:
July 20, 2022
how much dose 5500 reel WeightsÂ
1 Answer
Hi Luis, The Penn Authority 5500 comes in at a weight of approximately 23.6oz. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 21, 2022
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