Specifications for Mitchell 498 8500 Reel
Specification	Value
Bearings	6+1 bearings including IAR
Main gear system	Super strong main gear system
Drag	Sealed drag
Drag system	High resistance drag system
Drag resistance	11kg for both 398/498 sizes
Spare Spool Included	Available separately
Bail	Innovative Bail Halo for superior strength in GV5H material
Spool	Double anodised aluminium spool
Reel Size	8500
Drag Type	Front Drag
Gear Ratio	4.7:1
Bearing Count	7
Max Drag lb	24lb \| 10.8kg
Packaging	Box
Mono Capacity yd/lb	375/20 255/30 210/40
Mono Capacity m/mm	320/0.50 230/0.56 195/0.61

Description

The Mitchell 498 8500 is part of the 498 series, built around three principles Mitchell sums up as powerful, strong and resistant. It is designed as a heavy-duty tool for strong saltwater applications, with the look and feel of a classic Mitchell reel. The series is available in four sizes to cover different saltwater needs. - 6+1 bearings including IAR - Super strong main gear system and sealed drag - Saltwater ready: durable, strong and powerful - High resistance drag system: 11kg for both 398/498 sizes - Spare spool available separately - Innovative Bail Halo for superior strength in GV5H material - Double anodised aluminium spool - Reel Size: 8500 - Drag Type: Front Drag - Gear Ratio: 4.7:1 - Bearing Count: 7 - Max Drag lb: 24lb | 10.8kg - Packaging: Box - Mono Capacity yd/lb: 375/20 255/30 210/40 - Mono Capacity m/mm: 320/0.50 230/0.56 195/0.61 - Reel