Sculpted from over a decade of engineering advancement and a rich lineage of predecessors, the new Vanford tests the boundaries of technology and engineering found in spinning reels. Built upon a CI4+ body for both a lightweight feel and carbon rigidity, the Vanford incorporates a MagnumLite (MGL) Rotor for up to 48% less rotational inertia than traditional rotor construction for a quick response in critical situations. The Vanford features Shimano’s cold-forged HAGANE Gear and many of Shimano’s premium technologies for increased fishing performance and years of durability. Vanford’s SilentDrive and MicroModule Gear II technologies combine to produce a new level of smooth rotational performance while reducing overall reel vibration. Vanford also incorporates Long Stroke Spool technology to increase casting distance while producing a smoother line lay on the spool during retrieval. X-Protect technology and water-channeling construction enhance Vanford’s water resistance and overall durability — an important feature for a reel sure to be found in inshore environments. From ice fishing and drop-shot fishing for smallies in the sweetwater to stalking tailing fish in the flats, the Vanford has no equal. A legend is born.Note: The Vanford 500 (VF500F) does not include the following features: MGL Rotor, MicroModule Gear II, X-Protect Body or Long Stroke Spool. CI4+ BodyMGL Rotor*HAGANE GearMicroModule Gear II*SilentDrive*X-ProtectG-Free BodyX-Ship*Long Stroke Spool*Propulsion Line Management SystemAero Wrap II*Cross Carbon Drag (C3000-C5000)Water Resistant DragOne-Piece Bail (Titanium)*S A-RB*Features Not Included For VF500F Model SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT CODE WEIGHT POWERPRO LINE CAPACITY LINE RETRIEVE PER CRANK GEAR RATIO BEARINGS MONO LINE CAPACITY MAX DRAG VFC2000HGF 5.3 10/140, 15/115, 20/95 32 6.1:1 7+1 6/165, 8/105, 10/95 7 VFC3000XGF 6.3 10/200, 20/140, 40/105 37 6.4:1 7+1 6/230, 8/170, 10/140 20 VFC5000XGF 7.8 20/260, 30/235, 40/185 40 6.2:1 7+1 10/240, 12/195, 14/165 24 VF2500HGF 6.3 10/150, 15/145, 30/100 35 6.0:1 7+1 6/200, 8/140, 10/120 20 VF1000F 5.3 10/95, 15/75, 20/65 25 5.1:1 7+1 2/270, 4/160, 6/110 7 VF4000XGF 7.6 15/230, 30/180, 50/120 40 6.2:1 7+1 8/240, 10/200, 12/160 24 VF500F 4.9 5/135, 8/105, 10/65 27 5.6:1 6+1 2/190, 4/100, 6/60 6