Penn Slammer IV 8500 870g 22.6kg 107cm 4.7:1

Penn Slammer IV 8500 — Your Workhorse for Heavy Saltwater Battles

The Penn Slammer IV 8500 combines IPX6-sealed protection with brute stopping power, making it the go-to reel for targeting big saltwater species in the harshest conditions.

Sealed and Ready for Saltwater

Built on Penn's proven IPX6-sealed body and spool design, the Slammer IV 8500 keeps saltwater out of the internal mechanics. The redesigned sealed Slammer drag system with Dura-Drag delivers 22.6 kg of maximum stopping power with bearing support for smooth, progressive resistance across the entire range. CNC-machined brass gears and a full metal body ensure this reel can handle sustained pressure from powerful fish.

Smooth Performance When It Counts

With a 4.7:1 gear ratio and 107 cm of line retrieval per turn, the 8500 provides the cranking power needed for deep-water battles and strong currents. The 8+1 stainless steel bearing system includes a hydrophobic line roller bearing that repels water for consistent performance. Manual bail trip gives you full control during hooksets and line management. An aluminum spool and spare EVA handle knob complete the package.

Choose the Right Variant

The Slammer IV family spans freshwater to offshore applications:

• 2500 (312 g, 6.2:1, 84 cm, 9 kg drag) — light spinning for sea trout, bass, and inshore work

• 2500HS (312 g, 7.0:1, 99 cm, 9 kg drag) — high-speed retrieve for fast-moving inshore species

• 3500 (394 g, 6.2:1, 94 cm, 13.6 kg drag) — versatile size for bass, redfish, and medium saltwater

• 4500 (425 g, 6.2:1, 102 cm, 13.6 kg drag) — all-rounder for medium saltwater and light surf

• 4500HS (425 g, 7.0:1, 117 cm, 13.6 kg drag) — high-speed option for bluefish, bonito, and fast retrieves

• 6500 (686 g, 5.6:1, 107 cm, 18.1 kg drag) — heavy surf and larger gamefish

• 7500 (814 g, 4.7:1, 97 cm, 22.6 kg drag) — big gamefish with low-gear power

• 8500 (870 g, 4.7:1, 107 cm, 22.6 kg drag) — offshore trolling, big tuna, amberjack, large sharks

• 8500HS (870 g, 5.3:1, 127 cm, 22.6 kg drag) — faster retrieve for working lures on big fish

• 10500 (1215 g, 4.2:1, 109 cm, 27.2 kg drag) — maximum capacity and drag for giant tuna and trophy gamefish

Facts

• Full metal body and sideplate

• CNC gear technology with brass main gear

• IPX6-sealed body and spool

• Sealed Slammer drag system with Dura-Drag

• 8+1 stainless steel bearing system

• Hydrophobic line roller bearing

• Instant anti-reverse

• Manual bail trip (sizes 6500–10500)

• Spare EVA handle knob

• Reel size: 8500

• Weight: 870 g

• Gear ratio: 4.7:1

• Retrieve per turn: 107 cm

• Max drag: 22.6 kg

• Bearing count: 9

• Aluminum spool

• Mono capacity: 415 m / 0.46 mm, 280 m / 0.56 mm, 240 m / 0.61 mm

• Braid capacity: 730 yd / 40 lb, 600 yd / 50 lb, 555 yd / 65 lb

• Handle: right/left interchangeable

• Color: black/gold

• Saltwater