Saltwater WorkhorseOffshore Power
PENN Fathom 40N LD2 Lever Drag 2-Speed Reel
4.8 (1,023 Amazon ratings)
A compact two-speed lever-drag conventional reel with a full metal body and 40 lbs of Dura-Drag. An offshore big-game workhorse.
Pros & Cons
- Strong 40 lb Dura-Drag with smooth, consistent pressure
- Full metal body and stainless gears for offshore durability
- Two-speed Quick-Shift for both speed and lifting power
- Line-capacity rings for easy line tracking
- Heavy at 25.7 oz and overkill for freshwater
- Premium price compared to single-speed reels
Key Specs
- Type
- Lever Drag Conventional
- Gear Ratio
- 5.0:1 / 2.5:1
- Max Drag
- 40 lbs (Dura-Drag)
- Bearings
- 5 Stainless
- Retrieve
- 42 / 21 in/turn
- Body
- Full metal
- Best For
- Offshore big game
- Amazon ASIN
- B00LDYLKBU
At a Glance
Estimated from published specs and Amazon buyer ratings. Not based on hands-on testing.
Drag Power
4.9/5
Durability
4.8/5
Smoothness
4.7/5
Corrosion Resistance
4.7/5
Value
4.5/5
Overall Rating4.8/ 5
Why It Stands Out
The Fathom 40N LD2 is a serious offshore tool. PENN's Dura-Drag delivers up to 40 lbs of smooth, fade-free pressure, the full metal body and stainless gears stand up to big fish and salt, and the Quick-Shift 2-speed lets you flip from a fast 5.0:1 retrieve to a torquey 2.5:1 low gear mid-fight. For trolling, bottom fishing, and big game, it's a reel built to win battles.
40 lb Dura-Drag
2-speed Quick-Shift
Full metal body
Big-game ready
Best For
Offshore SaltwaterTrollingBottom FishingBig GameLive BaitHeavy Braid
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Frequently Asked Questions
The low gear gives you cranking torque to lift heavy or deep fish, while the high gear retrieves line fast. Quick-Shift lets you switch between them on the fly.
Offshore species like tuna, grouper, and other big saltwater fish, by trolling, bottom fishing, and live bait.
Yes. It's a dedicated heavy saltwater reel. For inshore or freshwater, a spinning reel like the Battle IV or Megatron is a better fit.
Plenty of heavy braid for offshore work. Roughly 565 yds of 80 lb braid, with line-capacity rings to track what's left.