Shimano Stella FK 2500S — official Shimano product photo

Shimano Stella 2500 Spinning Reel

$598.00 USD
Sale price  $598.00 USD Regular price 
Skip to product information

Shimano Stella 2500 Spinning Reel

Shimano's flagship JDM spinning reel

  • 205 g magnesium body with 12+1 bearings
  • DuraCross drag, 4 kg max
  • 75 cm of line per crank at 5.1:1
Shimano Stella FK 2500S — official Shimano product photo

Shimano Stella 2500 Spinning Reel

Shimano's flagship JDM spinning reel

  • 205 g magnesium body with 12+1 bearings
  • DuraCross drag, 4 kg max
  • 75 cm of line per crank at 5.1:1
$598.00

Taxes included.

Ships in 3–8 business days

Sold out — get notified when it’s back ↓
  • Size2500S
  • Gear ratio5.1:1
  • Weight205 g
  • Max drag4 kg
  • Packed in Japan
  • Tracked shipping
  • Secure payment
  • Eligible returns
Description

The Shimano Stella 2500S is the finesse-to-light-spin size in Shimano's flagship Stella spinning reel family. Shimano's specification chart lists the 22 Stella FK 2500S at a 5.1:1 gear ratio, 4 kg maximum drag, 205 g weight and 12/1 bearings.

It suits premium light plastics, small hardbaits, finesse presentations and general estuary or freshwater spinning where smooth start-up, controlled drag and refined line lay matter. The shallow 2500S spool is a strong match for light braid with a fluorocarbon leader.

Best matched with: a light or medium-light spin rod, 6-12 lb braid and leader strength matched to cover.

Specs
Reel type
Spinning
Size
2500S
Gear ratio
5.1:1
Max drag
4 kg
Weight
205 g
Model
22 STELLA FK 2500S
Sizing
2500S is the shallow-spool finesse size — 205 g, rated for light braid (PE 0.6-0.8 fills it nicely) and 4 kg of drag. Step up to a C3000 body only if you need deeper line capacity.
Shipping & returns
Packed in Japan and shipped with tracked international delivery. Duties and taxes may apply at checkout depending on destination. Eligible returns are covered — see the shipping page for timelines.
Packed in Japan Real spec on every product Tracked shipping to your door Eligible returns on covered orders Chosen by an angler in Japan

Get notified when it's back

Leave your email and we'll tell you the moment this restocks. Notify Me lists are cleared first.

The numbers

Full spec sheet

Reel type
Spinning
Size
2500S
Gear ratio
5.1:1
Max drag
4 kg
Weight
205 g
Ball bearings
12+1
Best for
Light spin, finesse plastics, light hardbaits
Target species
Largemouth Bass, Australian Bass, Golden Perch, Trout
Model
22 STELLA FK 2500S
WHY IT WORKS

Key features

InfinityXross Gearing

InfinityXross Gearing

A widened, cross-cut gear tooth profile spreads cranking load more evenly across the drive gear, extending main-gear durability.

DuraCross Drag System

DuraCross Drag System

Stacked DuraCross carbon washers give up to ten times the drag durability of felt while retaining a smooth, consistent feel.

InfinityDrive Transmission

InfinityDrive Transmission

A redesigned drive shaft and gear interface inside the magnesium HAGANE body improve winding power transfer through the retrieve.

InfinityLoop Spool Lip

InfinityLoop Spool Lip

A reprofiled spool lip smooths the line's release path off the spool, cutting friction for longer, more stable casts.

Information

The drivetrain

A magnesium body around Shimano's flagship drivetrain: Infinity-series gearing and a DuraCross drag washer stack rated to 4 kg, running on 12+1 bearings at 205 grams.

What it's built for

The 2500S is the JDM finesse workhorse size: shallow spool for light PE and fluorocarbon, at home with jerkbaits, finesse rigs and light estuary work.

How it fishes

The 5.1:1 ratio picks up 75 centimetres per crank, an even pace for slow-rolling and staying in touch with the lure without racing it.

Spools and spares

JDM lineups run shallower spools and more size variants than export versions. Spare spools are generation-specific, so check compatibility before ordering parts.

See it in the water

Before you buy

Straight answers

How is it priced?

We give you the cheapest available price, as we get it directly from the distributors. You pay what an angler in Japan pays, plus postage.

When does my order leave Japan?

Orders are packed in Japan and handed to Japan Post within 3 to 8 business days. You get a tracking number by email the moment it ships.

How long does delivery take?

10 to 20 business days on Standard (tracked) or Economy, or 3 to 7 business days on Express EMS with tracking and insurance. Every option is priced at checkout before you pay.

Will I be charged import duty or tax?

VAT is collected at checkout, so there is nothing to pay on delivery for standard orders.

Is it genuine stock?

Yes. Every item is genuine, sourced only through authorised distributors — never grey imports or marketplace resellers.

Similar reels

Shimano 24TWINPOWER

Shimano 24TWINPOWER

Shimano 24TWINPOWER

ShimanoOut of stock7 colours
$352.00 USD
Sale price  $352.00 USD Regular price 
Shimano 22STELLA

Shimano 22STELLA

Shimano 22STELLA

ShimanoOut of stock5 colours
$584.00 USD
Sale price  $584.00 USD Regular price 
Shimano 24VANFORD

Shimano 24VANFORD

Shimano 24VANFORD

ShimanoOut of stock7 colours
$233.00 USD
Sale price  $233.00 USD Regular price 
Shimano 21TWINPOWER SW

Shimano 21TWINPOWER SW

Shimano 21TWINPOWER SW

ShimanoOut of stock6 colours
$510.00 USD
Sale price  $510.00 USD Regular price 

Shimano Stella 2500 Spinning Reel

Ready to fish it?

$598.00