Penn Slammer IV 6500 686g 18.1kg 107cm 5.6:1

Penn Slammer IV 6500 — Built to Conquer Big Saltwater Fish

The Slammer IV 6500 delivers serious stopping power and seamless performance for targeting large saltwater species. With its IPX6-sealed construction and manual bail trip, this workhorse reel handles the toughest conditions and the hardest-fighting fish.

Unstoppable Drag Performance

The sealed Slammer drag system with Dura-Drag delivers up to 18.1 kg of stopping power across a wide, usable range. Bearing-supported for silky-smooth operation, the front drag lets you apply maximum pressure without hesitation—essential when battling powerful predators that refuse to give up.

Engineered for Reliability

Full metal body and sideplate paired with CNC-machined brass gears ensure this reel won't flex or fail under load. The 8+1 stainless steel bearing system and hydrophobic line roller bearing keep everything running smoothly, while the IPX6-sealed body and spool keep saltwater out of the mechanism. A spare EVA handle knob is included.

Choose the Right Variant

Penn offers the Slammer IV in ten sizes to match your target species and fishing style:

• 2500 (312 g, 6.2:1, 84 cm retrieve, 9 kg drag, automatic bail) — light inshore work, sea trout, schoolie bass

• 2500HS (312 g, 7.0:1, 99 cm retrieve, 9 kg drag, automatic bail) — high-speed variant for rapid lure retrieval

• 3500 (394 g, 6.2:1, 94 cm retrieve, 13.6 kg drag, automatic bail) — all-round inshore spinning, medium predators

• 4500 (425 g, 6.2:1, 102 cm retrieve, 13.6 kg drag, automatic bail) — larger baits, surf fishing, inshore big fish

• 4500HS (425 g, 7.0:1, 117 cm retrieve, 13.6 kg drag, automatic bail) — high-speed retrieve for aggressive presentations

• 6500 (686 g, 5.6:1, 107 cm retrieve, 18.1 kg drag, manual bail) — medium offshore species, hard-fighting pelagics

• 7500 (814 g, 4.7:1, 97 cm retrieve, 22.6 kg drag, manual bail) — heavy-duty offshore, large tuna, big kingfish

• 8500 (870 g, 4.7:1, 107 cm retrieve, 22.6 kg drag, manual bail) — extra line capacity for long runs, serious bluewater work

• 8500HS (870 g, 5.3:1, 127 cm retrieve, 22.6 kg drag, manual bail) — faster retrieve for working big poppers and stickbaits

• 10500 (1215 g, 4.2:1, 109 cm retrieve, 27.2 kg drag, manual bail) — maximum power for trophy tuna, GT, amberjack

Facts

• Model: Penn Slammer IV 6500

• Reel weight: 686 g

• Gear ratio: 5.6:1

• Retrieve per turn: 107 cm

• Max drag: 18.1 kg

• Bearing count: 8+1 stainless steel

• Line capacity (mono): 355 m / 0.33 mm, 315 m / 0.36 mm, 185 m / 0.38 mm

• Line capacity (braid): 485 yd / 30 lb, 410 yd / 40 lb, 335 yd / 50 lb

• Spool material: Aluminum

• Drag type: Front drag, Dura-Drag

• Anti-reverse: Instant

• Bail trip: Manual

• Handle position: Right/Left interchangeable

• Sealed: IPX6 body and spool

• Includes spare EVA handle knob