Quantum TH40 Throttle Spinning Reel

Quantum TH40 Throttle Spinning Reel

Price: $59.95
Model
TD Code
DescriptionRetrieveGear RatioBall BearingsWeightDragI.P.T.Line CapacityPrice
TH40
QUA-0552
Throttle Spinning Reel - Clam PackDual Retrieve5.3:110 + 112.61335230/10$59.95 USD

The Quantum TH40 Throttle Spinning Reel utilizes Quantum's Reel Engine Technology - a brand new way to construct and manufacture a spinning reel. These reels feature a precisely aligned aluminum Uni-body construction, offering super free spinning, and a silky smooth and durable gear system.

Quantum TH40 Throttle Spinning Reel Features:

  • R.E.D – Reel Engine Design
  • MaxCast II Spool with braid band
  • 10BB + 1 RB
  • 5.3:1 Gear Ratio
  • Clam Pack
4.5 Stars based on 82 reviews
By john
Virginia
break down after a few days fishing
October 2, 2020
I have 2 of these reels thAT HAVE SEIZED UP AFTER A FEW DAYS OF FISHING. nO INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO TAKE THEM APART. NEVER AGAIN WILL i BUY THIS CHINESE JUNK
Cons
  • Not reliable
By Brian
Phila, PA
Excellent
March 6, 2020
Excellent reel at an excellent price. Does the job for me from boat, jetty, beach.
No complaints.
Pros
  • It fits my budget and my fishing habit.
Cons
  • None so far.
By Michael
Sarasota, FL
Didn't Last
December 16, 2019
Bought this item last year for myself as a Christmas gift to Me and unfortunately it didn't last a year. Just this past weekend, I was reeling in a 5lb fish and the gears started slipping. I figured it might be an easily replaceable plastic gear in the cranking handle area, so the next day I took it apart. I'll admit i was relieved to see the gears were not plastic, however I found that the main spiraling piston gear on the main shaft lost most of its upper gears/screw-turns and this was causing the slippage I was feeling when reeling in the fish the previous day. I looked for the replacement part on the schematic for this reel but it cost $15.99, before shipping and taxes. Considering I paid $19.95 for the reel at purchase, it really isn't worth me taking it apart anymore to fix it myself.
Pros
  • Looks nice, and runs smooth when it was working
Cons
  • Didn't last, and I wish it had a clicker when the drag was being pulled out. It seems like only my Penn spinning reels do that though. It's just nice to know you are getting taken out with line when you have a rod in a rod holder and have a drag set lite.
By CharlieD
Kissimmee Florida
Smooth as glass
November 8, 2019
been out saltwater fishing like 5-7 times with these reels and I couldn't be happier. I always was & lube after each use and always work like new.
Pros
  • best bang for your buck
Cons
  • Na
By Russ
Tampa FL
Great reel @ great price
October 29, 2019
Used it to haul is some fish already and seems to be holding up fine . Gotta really crank down the drag when needed tho.
Pros
  • Very nice looking . Matched up with my rods beautifully.
Cons
  • Not sure how long it will last.
By john n.
Maryland
Totally Impressed
October 29, 2019
I bought the first one because it was only $20. I did not expect much from a zebco spinning reel, but was I ever wrong. This reel is smooth and solid. After using it for about a month, I bought 2 more and outfitted two of my lighter surf rods with them. I have not caught anything huge yet, just a few rays and couple of catfish, one about 10 pounds, but the reels performed flawlessly. They retrieve 37" of line per turn of the handle. A huge plus when cranking fast moving surf baits.

I like them so much that I now own 6 of them. I have them set up with 8 to 30# lines and use them for just about everything. I have one set up for steelhead this spring. Cannot wait. Strongly recommend these reels. I have them on an 8' ugly stick, on two 10' sea lion rods and on 2 10' diawa rods. My ugly stick pairing is my go to set up for casting lures. The others are all rigged for live bait or cut bait. I am looking for a 12' rod light enough for this reel to feel balanced.
Pros
  • smooth bearings
  • quick retrieve
  • smooth drag
  • zero movement on the anti-reverse
  • light weight
  • handles saltwater well
  • decent line capacity
  • $20
Cons
  • I wish that they sold one for a similar price, that was just one size bigger. I want more line capacity and a little more drag for heavier saltwater species like sharks.
By Leonardo
Doral, FL
Great reel
October 23, 2019
Very good reel for the price, I'm using it for pier fishing on saltwater and it's holding ok. I opened one for service and it's well lubricated. With proper care I can see this reel lasting for many years. At $20 it's a real steal.
Pros
  • Smooth.
  • Aluminum frame (strong).
  • Came well lubricated.
  • Quiet drag.
  • $20.
Cons
  • A little on the heavy side. (I prefer it that way for saltwater use, pier and surf fishing).
By Derek
Ohio
Just OK
October 15, 2019
It works but nothing special. Not near as smooth as you would expect for having "11 " bearings.
By LUIS
Lakewood, NJ
Nice Reel for the price!
October 8, 2019
very nice reel for tackle small to medium size fish very smooth too.
By Ronnie
Lubbock Tx
A very good reel
October 3, 2019
The price was great fast shipping and shipping rate was good and it got here fast
By PEL
Gulfport, Ms.
great price
September 19, 2019
So far so good. I use this reel to cast popping corks for salt water fishing . It was handling a jack crevalles until my braid broke from the mono backing. Landed some good size reds and yesterday a good size flounder with this reel. Landed a bunch of small specks and white trout without any problems.
By George D.
Florida
GREAT REEL FOR THE MONEY!
September 12, 2019
CASTS AND REELS IN FAST(36"/TURN). DRAG AND CENTER ROD IS LIKE A $50 DOLLAR REEL. EVERYTHING ELSE IS LIKE A REEL OVER $100. UNBELIEVABLE REEL FOR $20 DOLLARS.
I HAVE HAD NO PROBLEMS THROWING A 180 WHOPPER PLOPPER AND RETRIEVING IT AND KEEPING MY FISH AWAY FROM THE LAKES TAME FISH EATING ALLIGATORS !
Pros
  • EVERYTHING
Cons
  • CENTERPOST RATTLE WITH RAPID RETRIEVE OF 1 OZ LIPLESS CRANKBAIT!
By Chuck D.
Clayton, NC
Smooth and Did the Job!
September 12, 2019
Easy to cast and lightweight. Did not disappoint, and saltwater did not cause any issues. Rinsed and still smooth.
By Wayne
Lewes Delaware
This reel at this price is amazing.
September 11, 2019
I purchased 5 of these reels for fishing rods that I made. The rods are 4'6" and made for 15-20 LBS test and 1 -4oz lures. I matched these reels to them and the rod is perfectly balanced. I put 20lb braid on them and fished them over the labor day weekend. The results were great we caught Flatties and Blacksea Bass. The reels were smooth and with the 14 lb drag system did a great job of landing our catches!
Pros
  • Smooth operation
  • well crafted
  • can handle the salt environment
  • reverse release switch
  • will hold 300 yards of braid
Cons
  • none
By Todd
Holly Pond, Alabama
Great reel at an even better price
September 4, 2019
This reel is very smooth, haven't caught anything big yet, but hoping to soon. Fast shipping and great price. Will be doing business again soon with Tackledirect!!!
5 Questions & 5 Answers
Timothy
from Brisbane Australia asked:
April 20, 2019
A discont if I buy 10+?

Shipping cost to Brisbane? 

Multiple sizes? 

1 Answer
Hello Timothy please give us a call or email to discuss this. 
Submitted by: Bernie De Graaf on April 22, 2019

Jose Narvaez
from maryland asked:
April 11, 2019
what action and size rod should i use 
1 Answer
A 7 foot or 7'6" medium- medium heavy fast action rod. 
Submitted by: Bernie De Graaf on April 12, 2019

Ted W.
from New Jersey asked:
December 7, 2018
Would I get the discount if I ordered one of each rather than 2 of the same size?
1 Answer
For a limited time while supplies last, Quantum TH40 now on sale for $34.99 per reel. Add a minimum of 2 TH40 reels to your cart to pay only $29.99 per reel. Add a minimum of 4 TH40 reels to your cart to pay only $24.99 per reel. Add a minimum of 10 TH40 reels to your cart to pay only $19.99 per reel. The sale would only apply to reels of the same kind
Submitted by: Bernie on December 7, 2018

Teo
from Tampa, FL asked:
November 28, 2018
Can you use these reels in saltwater inshore fishing?
1 Answer
They can be used in very light saltwater applications but the Quantum throttle is geared towards fresh water.
Submitted by: Bernie on November 29, 2018

Chris
from Massachusetts asked:
October 20, 2021
do you sell parts also, specifically line rollers for this item?
1 Answer
Hi Chris, Unfortunately we do not sell any replacement line roller parts for the Quantum TH40 Throttle Spinning Reel. I would recommend contacting Quantum Reels to get the parts that you need. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by: Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service on October 20, 2021

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