SHIMANO ROD - 2025 GRAPPLER TYPE LJ / J
2025 GRAPPLER LJ
A standard for light jigging that covers a wide range of inshore waters.
GRAPPLER TYPE LJ is designed to target light jigging, which is evolving into a more delicate and technical. Evolved to a thinner diameter blanks that bends the entire body smoothly and manipulates jigs lightly and seductively. SPIRAL X and HI-POWER X thoroughly suppresses the problems such as blurring and power loss caused by the slimmer diameter. Newly adopted Technical Holding Seat (bait models) and Perfection Seat XT (spinning models), which allow a firm grip with light force, have been refined for overall performance of "jerk, response, and stress-free". The length has been unified to the royal road of 6 feet 3 inches, and a total of 6 items are available with 1 to 3 power for each of spinning and bait. It covers a wide range of inshore waters.
| SKU NUMBER | TOTAL LENGTH (FT) | TOTAL LENGTH (M) | SECTIONS | CLOSED LENGTH (CM) | WEIGHT (G) | TOP DIAMETER (MM) | JIG WEIGHT (G) | PE BRAIDED (GOU) | |
| S63-1 | 6'3" | 1.91 | 2 | 146.1 | 125 | 1.8 | 30-130 | MAX 1.5 | |
| S63-2 | 6'3" | 1.91 | 2 | 146.1 | 125 | 2 | 40-160 | MAX 2 | |
| S63-3 | 6'3" | 1.91 | 2 | 143.6 | 127 | 2.2 | 50-180 | MAX 2 | |
| S66-0 | 6'6" | 1.98 | 2 | 158.3 | 115 | 1.6 | 20-100 | MAX 1.2 | |
| B63-1 | 6'3" | 1.91 | 2 | 144 | 112 | 1.8 | 40-130 | MAX 1.5 | |
| B63-2 | 6'3" | 1.91 | 2 | 144 | 112 | 1.9 | 50-160 | MAX 2 | |
| B63-3 | 6'3" | 1.91 | 2 | 144 | 115 | 1.9 | 60-180 | MAX 2 | |
| B66-0 | 6'6" | 1.98 | 2 | 151.5 | 115 | 1.6 | 30-100 | Â |
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Shimano Grappler Type J
Shimano Grappler Type J: Master the Jig, Conquer the Fight
The Grappler Type J is a flagship series in Shimano’s offshore lineup, built to dominate jigging across the globe. Engineered with SPIRAL X and POWER X blank technologies, these rods represent the next evolution in jig control and fish-fighting strength.
Every detail has been fine-tuned to reduce angler fatigue and maximize performance, whether you're battling reef species close to shore or going toe-to-toe with pelagic powerhouses offshore. The remarkable jig control offered by the Type J series is the result of extensive research and testing — from blank action to load response — all designed to give serious anglers the upper hand.
Models in the 2 to 5 power range feature Shimano’s ultra-light, high-strength CI4+ reel seats for enhanced sensitivity and comfort. Heavier-duty 6 and 8 models are equipped with V-Hold grips, ensuring exceptional stability and control under extreme pressure.
With 14 models in the lineup, the Grappler Type J series covers the full spectrum of offshore jigging — from inshore sportfishing to hardcore bluewater combat.
| ITEM CODE | LENGTH (FT) | LENGTH (M) | PIECES | WEIGHT (G) | JIG WEIGHT (G) | PE |
| 25GTJB602 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 139 | MAX 160 | MAX 2.5 |
| 25GTJB603 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 140 | MAX 180 | MAX 3 |
| 25GTJB604 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 149 | MAX 210 | MAX 4 |
| 25GTJB605 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 170 | MAX 250 | MAX 5 |
| 25GTJB566 | 5'6" | 1.68 | 2 | 302 | MAX 300 | MAX 6 |
| 25GTJB538 | 5'3" | 1.6 | 2 | 319 | MAX 400 | MAX 8 |
| 25GTJS602 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 160 | MAX 160 | MAX 2.5 |
| 25GTJS603 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 173 | MAX 180 | MAX 3 |
| 25GTJS604 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 177 | MAX 210 | MAX 4 |
| 25GTJS605 | 6'0" | 1.83 | 2 | 183 | MAX 250 | MAX 5 |
| 25GTJS566 | 5'6" | 1.68 | 2 | 262 | MAX 300 | MAX 6 |
| 25GTJS538 | 5'3" | 1.6 | 2 | 284 | MAX 400 | MAX 8 |