Shimano Antares 23 DC MD HG / XG (Monster Drive)

Shimano Antares 23 DC MD — The Pinnacle of Freestyle Reels

Imagine holding a reel that has been refined over decades of Japanese engineering and now arrives in its most evolved version. The Shimano Antares 23 DC MD (Monster Drive) is exactly that: the fusion between the legendary DC digital braking system and the ultra-low inertia MGL III spool, resulting in longer, more precise casts with less backlash than any previous generation.

🎯 MGL III Spool — Lightweight with Strength

The new MGL III spool maintains the 38 mm diameter of the previous generation but has been redesigned with a reduced width from 22 mm to 21 mm. Thinner, lighter, and with lower rotational inertia — this means the spool responds instantly to the cast, accelerating faster and sustaining the line in the air for longer. The practical result: greater casting distance, even with lighter lures.

⚙️ 4x8 DC MD TUNE Braking System — Unprecedented Precision

The heart of the Antares 23 DC MD is the new 4x8 DC MD TUNE digital braking system, completely recalibrated to work in synergy with the MGL III spool. After countless tests and field data analysis, Shimano optimized every parameter of the braking algorithm. The system reads the spool rotation in real-time and applies the exact necessary braking — eliminating slack, reducing rotation loss, and delivering consistent casts for both full power and shorter, more precise throws.

The internal dial offers 4 line modes: F (fluorocarbon), P (PE/braid), N (nylon), and XB (for large lures with high air resistance). The external dial has 8 levels of fine adjustment, allowing total customization for every fishing situation.

🔩 Micromodule Gears + Reinforced Support

The micromodule gears ensure extremely smooth and quiet rotation during retrieve. Shimano added an extra bearing to the drive gear shaft — increasing from 11 to a total of 12 bearings — which significantly increases the structural rigidity of the handle. This reduces handle oscillation, minimizes noise, and delivers a smoother and more reliable retrieve, even under maximum load.

📋 Technical Specifications

• Brand: Shimano (シマノ) — Japan
• Model: Antares 23 DC MD
• Gear Ratio: HG 7.4:1 / XG 7.8:1
• Retrieve Per Crank: HG 88 cm / XG 93 cm
• Max Drag: 6 kg
• Weight: 235 g
• Spool Diameter/Width: 38 mm / 21 mm
• Handle Length: 45 mm
• Line Capacity (Nylon): 14 lb × 145 m | 16 lb × 120 m | 20 lb × 100 m
• Bearings: 12 BB + 1 Roller
• Spool Material: Super Duralumin
• Body Material: Magnesium
• Drive Gear: Super Strong Brass
• Drag Type: Carbon Washer
• Available Variants: HG Left / HG Right (7.4 Gear) | XG Left / XG Right (7.8 Gear)

🐟 Ideal for

• Peacock bass, snook, and wolf fish angling with topwater and subsurface lures
• Long-distance casting with heavy lures
• Fishing in reservoirs, lakes, and rivers with vegetation
• Anglers who demand maximum precision and performance

Original Japanese product, imported directly from Japan by Caixa do Japão. Guarantee of authenticity and origin.