Penn Authority 2500 330g 9kg 94cm 7.0:1

Penn Authority 2500 — High-Speed Precision for Inshore and Freshwater

The Penn Authority 2500 with 7.0:1 high-speed ratio delivers 94 cm of line per turn, making it ideal for fast retrieves and active lure fishing in both freshwater and inshore saltwater environments.

IPX8 Submersible Sealing

The fully sealed IPX8-rated body and spool protect the internals even when submerged. Whether you're fishing in surf spray or rain, the Authority keeps water out and performance consistent, season after season.

CNC-Machined Stainless Steel Gears

Precision-cut stainless steel main and pinion gears deliver smooth, reliable power under load. Paired with the sealed Slammer drag system featuring Dura-Drag washers and a 9 kg max drag, this reel handles hard-fighting species with confidence.

Choose the Right Variant

The Authority series offers sizes and gear ratios for every scenario, from trout streams to offshore battles:

• Authority 2500 (5.7:1, 64 cm retrieve, 337 g, 9 kg drag) – balanced all-rounder for light freshwater and inshore

• Authority 2500 HS (7.0:1, 94 cm retrieve, 330 g, 9 kg drag) – high-speed retrieve for lure fishing and aggressive species

• Authority 3500 (5.7:1, 86 cm retrieve, 405 g, 13.6 kg drag) – versatile mid-size for larger inshore species

• Authority 4500 (5.7:1, 94 cm retrieve, 425 g, 13.6 kg drag) – power and capacity for medium saltwater applications

• Authority 4500 HS (7.0:1, 114 cm retrieve, 425 g, 13.6 kg drag) – fast retrieve for jigs and topwater

• Authority 5500 (5.2:1, 91 cm retrieve, 669 g, 18.1 kg drag) – heavy-duty inshore and light offshore

• Authority 5500 HS (6.2:1, 102 cm retrieve, 678 g, 18.1 kg drag) – speed and power for medium game

• Authority 6500 (5.2:1, 99 cm retrieve, 720 g, 18.1 kg drag) – serious torque for big fish

• Authority 6500 HS (6.2:1, 122 cm retrieve, 720 g, 18.1 kg drag) – high-speed offshore workhorse

• Authority 7500 (4.7:1, 96 cm retrieve, 830 g, 22.6 kg drag) – low gear ratio for maximum cranking power

• Authority 8500 (4.7:1, 107 cm retrieve, 882 g, 22.6 kg drag) – built for trophy fish and deep water

• Authority 8500 HS (5.3:1, 127 cm retrieve, 870 g, 22.6 kg drag) – faster offshore retrieve with heavy drag capacity

Facts

• Full metal body, sideplate, and rotor

• 12+1 stainless steel bearing system

• Leveline slow oscillation for even line lay

• HT-100 drag material

• Instant anti-reverse

• Aluminum spool

• Mono capacity: 235 m / 0.23 mm, 160 m / 0.28 mm, 130 m / 0.31 mm

• Braid capacity: 240 yd / 10 lb, 220 yd / 15 lb, 160 yd / 20 lb

• Ambidextrous handle (right/left)

• Spare Hypalon handle knob included

• Weight: 330 g

• Color: Black/Gold