What differs at each matching size?
The entries below identify differences in the printed Japanese specifications. A matching size code does not establish that the two series are the same reel.
1000SSSPG
Shimano Japan prints different handle length, Japan list price values for the 1000SSSPG.
| Official spec | Vanquish CE 1000SSSPG | 23 Vanquish 1000SSSPG |
|---|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 4.4:1 | 4.4:1 |
| Weight | 140 g | 140 g |
| Max drag | 3 kg | 3 kg |
| Practical drag | 2 kg | 2 kg |
| Retrieve per crank | 55 cm | 55 cm |
| Handle length | 40 mm | 35 mm |
| Spool | 40 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke | 40 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke |
| PE line capacity | 0.3-120, 0.4-90 (gō-m) | 0.3-120, 0.4-90 (gō-m) |
| Nylon line capacity | 2-100, 3-60 (lb-m) | 2-100, 3-60 (lb-m) |
| Bearings | 11/1 | 11/1 |
| Japan list price (excl. tax) | ¥69,800 excl. tax | ¥65,300 excl. tax |
C2000S
Shimano Japan prints different Japan list price values for the C2000S.
| Official spec | Vanquish CE C2000S | 23 Vanquish C2000S |
|---|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 | 5.1:1 |
| Weight | 145 g | 145 g |
| Max drag | 3 kg | 3 kg |
| Practical drag | 2 kg | 2 kg |
| Retrieve per crank | 69 cm | 69 cm |
| Handle length | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Spool | 43 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke | 43 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke |
| PE line capacity | 0.6-150, 0.8-110, 1-80 (gō-m) | 0.6-150, 0.8-110, 1-80 (gō-m) |
| Nylon line capacity | 3-125, 4-100, 5-75 (lb-m) | 3-125, 4-100, 5-75 (lb-m) |
| Bearings | 11/1 | 11/1 |
| Japan list price (excl. tax) | ¥69,800 excl. tax | ¥65,300 excl. tax |
C2000SHG
Shimano Japan prints different Japan list price values for the C2000SHG.
| Official spec | Vanquish CE C2000SHG | 23 Vanquish C2000SHG |
|---|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 6:1 | 6:1 |
| Weight | 145 g | 145 g |
| Max drag | 3 kg | 3 kg |
| Practical drag | 2 kg | 2 kg |
| Retrieve per crank | 81 cm | 81 cm |
| Handle length | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Spool | 43 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke | 43 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke |
| PE line capacity | 0.6-150, 0.8-110, 1-80 (gō-m) | 0.6-150, 0.8-110, 1-80 (gō-m) |
| Nylon line capacity | 3-125, 4-100, 5-75 (lb-m) | 3-125, 4-100, 5-75 (lb-m) |
| Bearings | 11/1 | 11/1 |
| Japan list price (excl. tax) | ¥69,800 excl. tax | ¥65,300 excl. tax |
C2500S
Shimano Japan prints different Japan list price values for the C2500S.
| Official spec | Vanquish CE C2500S | 23 Vanquish C2500S |
|---|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 | 5.1:1 |
| Weight | 150 g | 150 g |
| Max drag | 3 kg | 3 kg |
| Practical drag | 2 kg | 2 kg |
| Retrieve per crank | 70 cm | 70 cm |
| Handle length | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Spool | 44 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke | 44 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke |
| PE line capacity | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 (gō-m) | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 (gō-m) |
| Nylon line capacity | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 (lb-m) | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 (lb-m) |
| Bearings | 11/1 | 11/1 |
| Japan list price (excl. tax) | ¥69,800 excl. tax | ¥65,300 excl. tax |
C2500SXG
Shimano Japan prints different Japan list price values for the C2500SXG.
| Official spec | Vanquish CE C2500SXG | 23 Vanquish C2500SXG |
|---|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 6.3:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Weight | 150 g | 150 g |
| Max drag | 3 kg | 3 kg |
| Practical drag | 2 kg | 2 kg |
| Retrieve per crank | 87 cm | 87 cm |
| Handle length | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Spool | 44 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke | 44 mm dia. / 13.5 mm stroke |
| PE line capacity | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 (gō-m) | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 (gō-m) |
| Nylon line capacity | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 (lb-m) | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 (lb-m) |
| Bearings | 11/1 | 11/1 |
| Japan list price (excl. tax) | ¥69,800 excl. tax | ¥65,300 excl. tax |
2500S
Shimano Japan prints different Japan list price values for the 2500S.
| Official spec | Vanquish CE 2500S | 23 Vanquish 2500S |
|---|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 | 5.1:1 |
| Weight | 165 g | 165 g |
| Max drag | 4 kg | 4 kg |
| Practical drag | 2.5 kg | 2.5 kg |
| Retrieve per crank | 75 cm | 75 cm |
| Handle length | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Spool | 47 mm dia. / 17 mm stroke | 47 mm dia. / 17 mm stroke |
| PE line capacity | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 (gō-m) | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 (gō-m) |
| Nylon line capacity | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 (lb-m) | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 (lb-m) |
| Bearings | 11/1 | 11/1 |
| Japan list price (excl. tax) | ¥70,800 excl. tax | ¥66,400 excl. tax |
2500SHG
Shimano Japan prints different Japan list price values for the 2500SHG.
| Official spec | Vanquish CE 2500SHG | 23 Vanquish 2500SHG |
|---|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 5.8:1 | 5.8:1 |
| Weight | 165 g | 165 g |
| Max drag | 4 kg | 4 kg |
| Practical drag | 2.5 kg | 2.5 kg |
| Retrieve per crank | 86 cm | 86 cm |
| Handle length | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Spool | 47 mm dia. / 17 mm stroke | 47 mm dia. / 17 mm stroke |
| PE line capacity | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 (gō-m) | 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120 (gō-m) |
| Nylon line capacity | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 (lb-m) | 5-110, 6-95, 8-70 (lb-m) |
| Bearings | 11/1 | 11/1 |
| Japan list price (excl. tax) | ¥70,800 excl. tax | ¥66,400 excl. tax |
Which official tables support this comparison?
Shimano Japan: Vanquish CE specification table (checked 2026-10-13) and Shimano Japan: 23 Vanquish specification table (checked 2026-10-05). The 23 Vanquish price was checked 2026-10-11. Check the current list prices on the official pages.