The Shimano Curado M 201 is the left-handed baitcasting reel that combines workhorse toughness with competition-level smoothness: HAGANE aluminum body, Micromodule gearing, and SVS Infinity brake for total casting control.
Built like a tank, with the performance of a sports car, the reasonably priced Curado M 201 is a brilliant medium-sized baitcasting reel for medium-sized predators. With standard, high-speed, and extra-high-speed retrieve options, there’s a Curado M to suit all preferences.
Packed with some of Shimano’s best technology and designed with a low profile that fits perfectly onto your rod, you’ll immediately feel at home with the Curado M 201. It casts great, feels solid and smooth, and fights like a demon when the pressure is on.
The tough HAGANE aluminum body with lightweight CI4+ side plate is finished in satin black. But don’t be fooled by the understated looks – inside is a drivetrain that rises to the toughest challenges. All models feature X-SHIP technology, Micromodule gearing, and Silent Tune to enhance rotational smoothness. The inclusion of the latest POWERHOOKING Drag tells you all you need to know about the characteristics of this beautifully engineered reel. When it comes to casting, a vibration-reducing MGL III Spool is controlled by the simple-to-adjust and easy-to-use SVS Infinity brake.
- HAGANE aluminum body with lightweight CI4+ side plate
- Micromodule gearing and Silent Tune for ultra-smooth rotation
- X-SHIP technology for efficiency and durability under pressure
- SVS Infinity brake for precise and intuitive casting control
- Vibration-reducing MGL III Spool
- POWERHOOKING Drag to tackle the toughest predators
- Available in XG, HG, and standard versions — left-handed
Technical Specifications
CU201M
| Gear Ratio |
6.2 |
| Max Drag |
6 kg / 13 lb |
| Weight |
210 g / 7.4 oz |
| Line Capacity (mono) |
12-165 / 14-145 / 16-120 / 20-100 lb-m |
| Line Capacity (mm-m) |
0.37-100 |
| Retrieve per turn |
68 cm / 27 inch |
| Handle Length |
45 mm |
| Bearings |
6/1 |
CU201HGM
| Gear Ratio |
7.4 |
| Max Drag |
6 kg / 13 lb |
| Weight |
215 g / 7.6 oz |
| Line Capacity (mono) |
12-165 / 14-145 / 16-120 / 20-100 lb-m |
| Line Capacity (mm-m) |
0.37-100 |
| Retrieve per turn |
81 cm / 32 inch |
| Handle Length |
45 mm |
| Bearings |
6/1 |
CU201XGM
| Gear Ratio |
8.5 |
| Max Drag |
5.5 kg / 12 lb |
| Weight |
215 g / 7.6 oz |
| Line Capacity (mono) |
12-165 / 14-145 / 16-120 / 20-100 lb-m |
| Line Capacity (mm-m) |
0.37-100 |
| Retrieve per turn |
93 cm / 37 inch |
| Handle Length |
48 mm |
| Bearings |
6/1 |
