Abu Garcia Max SX Left-Hand Low-Profile Baitcast Reel

The Abu Garcia Max SX is a left-hand low-profile baitcast reel listed for baitcasting. The listing gives an aluminium material, 0.28 kg weight and 7 kg maximum drag, while separate feature copy claims up to 15 lb of drag, so verify the applicable specification before choosing it for demanding predator fishing.

At a glance

Left-hand low-profile design for baitcasting.
The listing specifies 57 cm line retrieve and 7 kg maximum drag.
Feature copy describes a MagTrax braking system and a carbon drag system.
Claimed aluminium construction and a listed weight of 0.28 kg.

Price

£44.79Save 40%

Reference price: ~~£74.99~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Left-hand orientation is explicitly listed, helping buyers match their preferred retrieve hand.
The listing provides line capacity, line retrieve and maximum drag figures for comparison.
The feature description names braking, drag and handle design details relevant to casting and handling.

Technical specifications

21 specifications

Identity and handling
Brand	Abu Garcia
Model	Max Sx Low Profile Reel
Hand orientation	Left Hand
Fishing technique	Baitcasting
Size	LP
Weight	0.28 Kilograms
Colour	Black

Materials and components
Material listed	Aluminium
Bearing material	Stainless Steel

Retrieve and line
Line retrieve	57 Centimetres
Line capacity	145/0.29 115/0.32 85/0.38 Millimeters
Fishing line type	Braided

Drag and gearing
Gearbox ratio	1
Maximum drag	7 Kilograms
Bearing system (feature claim)	7+1 bearing system
Gear material (feature claim)	Duragear brass gears

Design and braking (feature claims)
Drag system	Power Disk Carbon Drag System
Braking system	MagTrax braking system
Handle	90mm aluminium bent handle
Body design	lightweight asymmetrical body design
Body and side plates	corrosion-resistant graphite body and side plates

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing's specifications are inconsistent: maximum drag is given as 7 Kilograms in the details and up to 15 lbs in feature copy, and its material is listed as Aluminium while the feature description claims a graphite body and side plates. The gearbox ratio is shown only as "1". Confirm these details for the selected reel before purchase, especially if drag or body material matters to your setup.

What’s in the box

Included

Fishing Reel

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Anglers looking for a left-hand, low-profile baitcast reel for freshwater predator fishing, as described in the listing.
Buyers who want listed line-capacity and retrieve figures to compare against their line and lure setup.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a confidently established drag rating or body material without checking the listing, given the conflicting descriptions.
Anglers who need a fully specified gear ratio before choosing a reel.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 10 ratings

5 stars85%85%
4 stars0%0%
3 stars0%0%
2 stars15%15%
1 star0%0%

Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, but a portion are two-star. The small rating sample and lack of review details do not show what customers liked or criticised, so they offer limited guidance on casting, drag or durability.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the left-hand version?

Yes. The listing identifies the hand orientation as Left Hand.

What is the maximum drag?

The details list 7 Kilograms, but feature copy claims up to 15 lbs. These figures conflict, so confirm the applicable rating with the selected listing.

What material is the reel body?

The details list Aluminium, while feature copy describes a graphite body and side plates. The supplied listing does not resolve this discrepancy.

What is included?

The manufacturer contents field names a Fishing Reel.

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