{"title":"Avet LX Reels","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAvet LX\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mid-frame two-speed lever drag reel with up to 38 lbs of max drag — a step up in line capacity from the JX for serious offshore tuna and yellowtail work.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"avet-lx-2-speed-lever-drag-reels","title":"Avet LX Raptor 2-Speed Series Reels","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMid-Frame Raptor Power for Bigger Offshore Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAvet LX Raptor 2-Speed Lever Drag Reel\u003c\/strong\u003e steps up from the MXL with a higher listed drag range and a mid-frame platform built for serious offshore work. Its dual Avedrag carbon fiber system delivers up to \u003cstrong\u003e28 lb of drag at strike and 38 lb at full\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the 6.3:1 high gear and 3.0:1 low gear give you both fast line pickup and heavy-fish cranking power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a true one-piece 6061-T6 marine-grade aluminum frame, the LX Raptor is designed to stay solid when a larger tuna, yellowtail, or other offshore gamefish turns the fight into a pressure test. The listed models use MC cast control with five magnetic settings and include right-hand color choices plus a left-hand Silver option. Made in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen the MXL Is Not Quite Enough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LX Raptor is for anglers who want more authority than a compact MXL platform without jumping straight to the largest reel in the Avet lineup. The higher listed drag ceiling and mid-frame size give you more room to stay in control when a fish runs hard, uses current, or heads for structure. It is a confident choice for larger offshore targets and demanding saltwater conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpeed When You Need It, Leverage When You Need More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse high gear to recover line quickly when a fish runs toward the boat or changes direction. Shift into low gear when the fish sounds, the water gets heavy, or you need steady torque to turn it. The lever drag gives you fast, repeatable pressure adjustments, while MC cast control helps manage the spool before the hookset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Right Pick If...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a mid-frame 2-speed reel with up to 28 lb at strike and 38 lb at full.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou fish for larger tuna, yellowtail, and other hard-pulling offshore gamefish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a wider step up from the MXL with high- and low-gear control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer MC cast control with five magnetic settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need right-hand color options or the listed left-hand Silver model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere It Fits in the Avet Lineup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LX Raptor is the mid-frame step up for anglers who want more drag authority than the MXL. For a more compact platform with a lower listed drag range, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-mxl-raptor-series-2-speed-lever-drag-reels\"\u003eAvet MXL Raptor\u003c\/a\u003e. For an ultra-compact option, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-sx-raptor-series-2-speed-lever-drag-reels\"\u003eAvet SX Raptor\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want even more offshore-focused capacity and power, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-mxl6-3-raptor-plus-mc-2-speed-reels\"\u003eAvet MXL 6\/3 Raptor Plus MC\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Techniques and Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffshore live bait:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use high gear to recover line during a fast run, then shift to low gear when you need steady pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJigging:\u003c\/strong\u003e High gear helps work and recover a presentation, while low gear gives you more leverage after the hookset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructure-oriented saltwater fishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The higher listed drag range and low gear help you keep pressure on fish trying to turn toward cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig-game offshore trips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the LX when a compact reel is not enough and a mid-frame setup is the better balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LX Raptor is built for anglers who want a serious offshore reel that can move quickly, slow down under load, and stay comfortable enough to fish all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Avedrag carbon fiber drag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 28 lb at strike and 38 lb at full.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-speed gearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3:1 high gear and 3.0:1 low gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMC Cast Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five magnetic settings on the listed MC models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-piece 6061-T6 aluminum frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-machined for strength and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaptor bearing package:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nine stainless steel ball bearings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachined stainless steel gears and silent anti-reverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confident cranking under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLever drag with strike preset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Make repeatable pressure adjustments during the fight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matching machined aluminum rod clamp, alarm clicker, and large soft-touch handle knob.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard-anodized finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Added protection for saltwater use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eModels \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;max-width:100%;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;min-width:520px;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#3399cc;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLX 6\/3 Raptor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eGear ratios\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003e6.3:1 high \/ 3.0:1 low\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eSpeed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003e2-speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eDrag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003e28 lb at strike \/ 38 lb at full\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eBearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003e9 stainless steel (Raptor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eCast control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eMC, 5 magnetic settings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRetrieve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRight hand standard; listed left-hand Silver model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLine capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eNot listed by the manufacturer for this model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable models and SKUs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;max-width:100%;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;min-width:620px;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#3399cc;color:#fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRetrieve \/ color\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLX 6\/3 Raptor MC w\/Guide Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRight hand \/ Gunmetal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eAVT-LXRAP-GNMTL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLX 6\/3 Raptor MC w\/Guide Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRight hand \/ Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eAVT-LXRAP-BLUE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLX 6\/3 Raptor MC w\/Guide Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRight hand \/ Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eAVT-LXRAP-BLK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLX 6\/3 Raptor MC w\/Guide Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRight hand \/ Silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eAVT-LXRAP-SILV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLX 6\/3 Raptor MC w\/Guide Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRight hand \/ Gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eAVT-LXRPTR-GLD-RH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLX 6\/3 Raptor MC w\/Glide Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLeft hand \/ Silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eLX63RAP-MC-SIL-LH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTackle Express Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse high gear while a fish is moving toward the boat, then shift to low gear when you need maximum torque.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with a moderate MC setting and fine-tune it for your lure, line, and casting conditions instead of over-tightening the spool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet your strike position before the trip and use smooth lever movement so you can return to a familiar pressure setting during the fight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Avet LX Raptor come in left-hand retrieve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The listed lineup includes a left-hand Silver model, along with right-hand Gunmetal, Blue, Black, Silver, and Gold models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the LX Raptor and MXL Raptor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe LX is the larger mid-frame step up, with up to 28 lb at strike and 38 lb at full. The MXL is a more compact platform with a lower listed drag range. Compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-mxl-raptor-series-2-speed-lever-drag-reels\"\u003eMXL Raptor\u003c\/a\u003e if you want a smaller setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I compare Avet reel sizes and series?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/tackle-express-blog\/avet-reels-buyers-guide\"\u003eAvet Reels Buyer’s Guide\u003c\/a\u003e walks through reel sizes, retrieve options, gear setups, and fishing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete the Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect the finish between trips with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-reel-cover\"\u003eAvet Reel Cover\u003c\/a\u003e. For replacement or color-matched hardware, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-reel-clamp-kits\"\u003eAvet Reel Clamp Kits\u003c\/a\u003e. When you need more offshore power and capacity, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-mxl6-3-raptor-plus-mc-2-speed-reels\"\u003eAvet MXL 6\/3 Raptor Plus MC\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avet","offers":[{"title":"LX 6\/3 Raptor Gunmetal MC w\/Guide Plate","offer_id":40098915123350,"sku":"AVT-LXRAP-GNMTL","price":474.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"LX 6\/3 Raptor Blue MC w\/Guide Plate","offer_id":40098915188886,"sku":"AVT-LXRAP-BLUE","price":474.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"LX 6\/3 Raptor Black MC  w\/Guide Plate","offer_id":40098915221654,"sku":"AVT-LXRAP-BLK","price":474.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"LX 6\/3 Raptor Silver MC w\/Guide Plate","offer_id":40098915254422,"sku":"AVT-LXRAP-SILV","price":474.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"LX 6\/3 Raptor Gold MC w\/Guide Plate","offer_id":40884171210902,"sku":"AVT-LXRPTR-GLD-RH","price":474.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"LX 6\/3 Raptor Silver MC w\/Glide Plate Left Hand","offer_id":45932818563328,"sku":"LX63RAP-MC-SIL-LH","price":474.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/2835\/products\/avetavet-lx-raptor-2-speed-series-lever-drag-reelsconventional-lever-drag-reelsavt-lxrap-gnmtl-2225916.jpg?v=1754075855"}],"url":"https:\/\/tackleexpress.com\/collections\/avet-lx-reels.oembed","provider":"Tackle Express - Saltwater and Freshwater Fishing Tackle Shop ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}