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Controlled line release for feeder and carp fishing
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| Name | AK-4000 |
| EAN | 4718947036438 |
| MPN | AK-4000 |
| Brand | Okuma |
| Reel Size | 4000 |
| Reel Type | Spinning reel, baitfeeder / free-spool reel, feeder reel |
| Gear Ratio | 5.0:1 |
| Reel Weight | 304g |
| Max Drag | 10kg |
| Retrieve per turn | 79cm |
| Bearing Count | 2 |
| Line Capacity | 0.25 mm / 260 m, 0.30 mm / 180 m, 0.35 mm / 130 m |
| Spare Spools Included | Included, graphite |
| Body, sideplate and rotor material | Graphite |
| Main spool material | Aluminium |
| Handle material | Graphite |
| Knob material | ABS |
| Pinion gear | Machined brass |
| Freespool system | Auto-switch freespool system |
| Anti-reverse system | Quick Set infinite anti-reverse system |
| Oscillation system | S-curve oscillation system |
| Rotor systems | RESII: Computer-balanced rotor system, CFR: Cyclonic Flow Rotor |
| Line roller | Even Flow |
| Handle design | T-Schaft |
The AK-4000 is the lightest at 304 g, with 10 kg maximum drag and 180 m capacity at 0.30 mm. The AK-5000 offers 12 kg and 230 m at 0.30 mm but weighs 458 g. The AK-6000 W/ MONO offers 12 kg and 300 m at 0.30 mm, weighs 445 g and comes pre-spooled. Choose by the reel weight, line reserve and supplied line you need, rather than the gear ratio alone, as retrieve is similar at 79 or 80 cm per turn.
Yes. Both are described for heavy feeders targeting bream and other coarse fish, and for carp fishing with self-hooking or freespool rigs. Their freespool lets a fish pull line while the rod rests. Check your rod and line against the chosen reel's weight, capacity and maximum drag before setting up.
It provides a freespool mode in which a taking fish can pull line, with automatic switching back to the normal reel mode. The AK-4000 and AK-5000 have an activation lever described by the supplier. This supports static bait fishing, but it does not replace monitoring the rod or setting the drag appropriately.
Every variant includes a graphite spare spool alongside the aluminium main spool, so a different line can be prepared for a setup change. Only the AK-6000 W/ MONO is explicitly pre-spooled with monofilament. Its supplied line diameter and length are not stated, so check these before relying on the fitted line for your setup.
The supplier describes bottom and feeder fishing for zander, perch and pike, plus sea fishing from shore or boat for cod, mackerel and flatfish. Its 12 kg maximum drag and 300 m capacity at 0.30 mm give more drag and line reserve than the AK-4000. The graphite body is corrosion-resistant, but saltwater use still requires cleaning and maintenance.
Inspect the drag, handle, spool and line guide before each use, and clean the reel regularly, especially after saltwater fishing. Use a soft cloth and suitable reel oil where needed, following the manufacturer's instructions. Dry storage and removing line during prolonged storage help avoid moisture damage and protect the line.
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The Okuma AK BF family consists of fixed-spool reels with an auto-switch freespool system. With the freespool engaged, a taking fish can pull line while the rod rests. The AK-4000 and AK-5000 are described for feeder fishing with heavy feeders for bream and other coarse fish, as well as carp fishing with self-hooking and freespool rigs. Their finely adjustable drag releases line during a run.
The AK-4000 weighs 304 g, has a 5.0:1 gear ratio, retrieves 79 cm per turn and offers 10 kg maximum drag. Its capacity is 260 m of 0.25 mm line, 180 m of 0.30 mm or 130 m of 0.35 mm. It is the lightest option when lower reel weight matters more than the extra line reserve of the larger models.
The AK-5000 weighs 458 g, has a 4.5:1 gear ratio, retrieves 80 cm per turn and offers 12 kg maximum drag. It holds 230 m of 0.30 mm line, 170 m of 0.35 mm or 130 m of 0.40 mm. Compared with the AK-4000, it provides more capacity at the same line diameter and a higher maximum drag, at the cost of greater weight.
The AK-6000 W/ MONO weighs 445 g and also has a 4.5:1 gear ratio, 80 cm retrieve and 12 kg maximum drag. It holds 300 m of 0.30 mm line, 220 m of 0.35 mm or 170 m of 0.40 mm. It provides the largest line reserve of these three variants and comes pre-spooled with monofilament. The supplied line's diameter and length are not stated, so the capacity figures should not be read as the amount already fitted. Its supplier positions it for beginners and recreational anglers, describing bottom and feeder fishing for zander, perch and pike, plus shore or boat sea fishing for cod, mackerel and flatfish.
Each reel has one ball bearing and one roller bearing. Quick Set infinite anti-reverse prevents backward handle rotation. The S-curve oscillation system controls the spool's movement during winding, while the Even Flow line roller guides the line. The RESII computer-balanced rotor system supports even rotation. The AK-4000 and AK-5000 also list CFR (Cyclonic Flow Rotor) and a T-shaft design.
The corrosion-resistant graphite body, graphite sideplates and graphite rotor are paired with an aluminium main spool. A machined brass pinion gear transmits the drive, and the graphite handle has an ABS knob. Every variant includes a graphite spare spool, allowing a different line to be prepared for a change of setup. Only the AK-6000 W/ MONO is explicitly supplied with line already wound on.
Check that the reel, rod, line and fishing method are compatible, and secure the reel firmly in the reel seat. Inspect the drag, handle, spool and line guide before use. Clean the reel regularly, particularly after saltwater use, with a soft cloth and suitable reel oil where needed. Store it dry, remove the line for prolonged storage and follow the manufacturer's maintenance instructions. Keep moving parts and line away from fingers, hair and clothing, and let children use the reel only with adult supervision.
