Shimano Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition Baitcast Reel

Built for finesse baitcasting precision, the Shimano Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition delivers exceptional casting control, ultra-smooth performance and lightweight lure accuracy.

The Shimano Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition Baitcast Reel is purpose-built for anglers who demand refined casting performance when fishing lightweight lures and finesse presentations. Designed with a shallow spool for improved line management and reduced spool inertia, this premium baitcaster excels when targeting bream, bass and trout in Australian rivers, lakes, estuaries and impoundments.

Featuring Shimano’s advanced MGL Spool III technology, the reel delivers effortless casting with improved distance and pinpoint lure placement. Combined with the SVS Infinity braking system, anglers gain precise spool control across a wide range of finesse lures including jerkbaits, soft plastics, crankbaits and topwater presentations.

The rigid Hagane Body and MicroModule gearing provide incredible winding smoothness and long-term durability, while technologies such as Silent Tune, S3D Spool and Super Free Spool minimise vibration and casting resistance for a highly refined on-water experience. Compact, lightweight and saltwater-ready, the Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition is an elite choice for technical bait finesse applications. Buy online today from Anglers Warehouse with fast shipping Australia wide.

Product Technologies

• Shallow Spool Design – Optimised for finesse fishing with lightweight lines and improved lure control.
• MGL Spool III – Low-inertia spool design improves casting distance, responsiveness and accuracy with lighter lures.
• SVS Infinity Braking System – Allows precise spool braking adjustment for maximum casting control in changing conditions.
• Hagane Body – Rigid metal body construction minimises flex for improved cranking power and long-term durability.
• MicroModule Gear – Provides ultra-smooth retrieves with refined gear engagement and increased winding efficiency.
• InfinityDrive – Reduces rotational resistance for lighter winding under load.
• Cross Carbon Drag – Delivers smooth and consistent drag pressure during fights with hard-running fish.
• S3D Spool – Precision-balanced spool design reduces vibration for smoother casting performance.
• Silent Tune – Minimises spool bearing vibration and noise for quieter, more efficient casts.
• Exciting Drag Sound – Produces an audible drag sound during line runs for enhanced fish-fighting feedback.
• Super Free Spool – Reduces spool shaft friction for longer and more effortless casting.
• S A-RB Bearings – Corrosion-resistant shielded bearings improve durability in saltwater environments.
• S-Compact Body – Ergonomic compact frame design improves palming comfort and reduces fatigue during long sessions.

Product Information

Brand: Shimano
Model: Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition
Reel Type: Baitcast Reel
Spool Design: Shallow Spool
Braking System: SVS Infinity
Body Construction: Hagane Body
Gear Technology: MicroModule Gear
Bearing Type: S A-RB Bearings
Best For: Finesse baitcasting, lightweight lure fishing and technical casting applications
Target Species: Bream, bass, trout and estuary species
Suitable Environments: Rivers, creeks, lakes, estuaries and impoundments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Shimano Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition best used for?
This reel is designed for finesse baitcasting techniques using lightweight lures such as soft plastics, jerkbaits, crankbaits and topwater lures.

Is the Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition suitable for bream and bass fishing?
Yes, the shallow spool and precision braking system make it an excellent choice for Australian bream and bass anglers using finesse presentations.

What does the MGL Spool III do?
The MGL Spool III reduces spool inertia to improve casting distance, casting control and responsiveness with lighter lures.

Can the Shimano Calcutta Conquest Shallow Edition be used in saltwater?
Yes, the reel features corrosion-resistant S A-RB bearings and durable construction suitable for estuary and light saltwater fishing applications.