Abu Garcia Max X Black Ops Left-Hand Casting Reel

The Abu Garcia Max X Black Ops is a left-hand, low-profile baitcasting reel listed for freshwater predator fishing. Its adjustable MagTrax braking, 6.4 gear ratio and 192-gram listed weight suit anglers looking for a casting reel with manual cast control. The listing also gives some details in inconsistent forms, so check the specifications noted below before purchase.

At a glance

The listing describes a MagTrax adjustable brake intended to help control casting and reduce backlash.
A Power Disk drag system is claimed, with a listed maximum drag of 8 Kilograms.
The stated 6.4 gear ratio is paired with a listed 64 Centimetres of line retrieve per handle turn.
The listing describes a graphite frame and sideplates, a machined aluminium spool and EVA handle grips.

Price

£45.49Save 24%

Reference price: ~~£59.95~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Left-hand orientation is clearly specified for anglers who prefer that retrieve setup.
Adjustable braking gives the angler a way to tune cast control.
The listed 192-gram weight may suit buyers seeking a relatively light reel, although the listing does not provide a comparison.

Technical specifications

18 specifications

Identity and handling
Brand	Abu Garcia
Model	Abu Garcia Max® X Black Ops Casting Reel
Hand orientation	Left Hand
Weight listed	192 Grams
Colour	Black

Reel specifications
Gearbox ratio	6.4
Line retrieve	64 Centimetres
Maximum drag	8 Kilograms
Bearing number	5
Line capacity	120/12
Fishing line type	Braided
Fishing technique	Spinning, Casting

Materials and features
Material listed	Aluminium
Handle material	Aluminium, EVA
Special features	Adjustable Braking System, Lightweight, Smooth movement

Origin and support
Country of origin	China
Manufacturer warranty description	2 year manufacturer
EU spare part availability duration	2 Years

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent: the feature text describes 4+1 stainless steel bearings, while the specification fields list a bearing number of 5 and aluminium bearing material. The 6.4 ratio is stated without a colon in one field but as 6.4:1 in feature text, and the listing also alternates between graphite frame construction and aluminium material. Line capacity is given only as “120/12” without units or an explicit interpretation. Confirm the exact configuration and line-capacity meaning for the selected listing before buying.

What’s in the box

Included

Abu Garcia MAX X Casting Reel

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Anglers seeking a left-hand low-profile baitcasting reel for freshwater predator fishing, including pike, perch and zander.
Buyers who want adjustable braking and a specified retrieve rate for casting setups.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a right-hand reel or a fully specified line-capacity rating before choosing.

Abu Garcia Max X Black Ops Left-Hand Casting Reel · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 62 ratings

5 stars78%78%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars0%0%
2 stars2%2%
1 star3%3%

Aggregate ratings lean positive, with many five-star ratings, but a small share are one- or two-star. Without written customer feedback, these figures do not show what buyers liked or disliked. Treat them as a broad signal rather than evidence about casting control, drag performance or durability. The listed braking and drag features may matter to predator anglers, but the rating data do not confirm their performance.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the left-hand version?

Yes. The listed hand orientation and size both identify it as left hand.

What is the gear ratio and line retrieve?

The listed ratio is 6.4 and the listing gives 64 Centimetres of line retrieve. Feature text writes the ratio as 6.4:1.

What line capacity does the reel have?

The specification field says “120/12” but does not provide units or explain the figures. Confirm the intended capacity for the selected listing.

How many bearings does it have?

The specification field lists 5, while feature text says 4+1 stainless steel bearings. The listing is inconsistent on bearing details, so check the selected version.