Shimano Calcutta Conquest A

Shimano Calcutta Conquest A

The Shimano Calcutta Conquest A is the latest evolution of one of the most iconic round profile baitcaster reels ever made. Packed with Shimano's premium technologies including Infinity Drive, MGL Spool III, MicroModule Gears, and the HAGANE body, this reel delivers buttery-smooth cranking power and effortless casting in a compact, beautifully machined aluminium package. If you want the best round baitcaster money can buy, this is it.

Key Features

• HAGANE body — fully machined aluminium for zero-flex rigidity and direct power transfer
• Infinity Drive — dramatically increased winding power under load with reduced rotational resistance
• MGL Spool III — low-inertia spool for exceptional casting distance and versatility
• MicroModule Gears — ultra-fine gear teeth for the smoothest possible retrieve
• SVS Infinity braking system with external dial for precise cast control
• Cross Carbon Drag for smooth, consistent drag pressure
• S-Compact body design for improved palming comfort
• 13+1 S A-RB anti-rust shielded bearings (100HGA) / 14 bearings (200A)
• Exciting Drag Sound — audible drag clicker on a baitcaster

Specifications

Model	Gear Ratio	Max Drag	Weight	Bearings	Line Capacity	Retrieve Rate
100HGA	7.4:1	4kg	220g	13+1	PE2 - 100m	77cm
200A	4.8:1	6kg	235g	14	PE3 - 130m	56cm

Target Species & Techniques

The 100HGA with its 7.4:1 high-speed retrieve is a weapon for light jigging, hardbody cranking, and finesse baitcasting applications targeting bream, flathead, barramundi, and bass. The 200A with its powerful 4.8:1 low gear ratio excels at slow-rolling swimbaits, deep cranking, and applications where raw winding power matters — perfect for barramundi, mangrove jack, and medium offshore species. Both models are right-hand wind.