{"product_id":"avet-hxw-53-raptor-plus-3-speed-reels","title":"Avet HXW 5\/3 Raptor Plus 3 Speed Reels","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree-Speed Control on Avet’s Largest Offshore Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAvet HXW 5\/3 Raptor Plus 3 Speed Reel\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for anglers who want maximum platform size, heavy line capacity, and three distinct gear ranges in one serious offshore reel. High gear helps you recover line from a running fish, medium gear balances speed and pressure, and low gear gives you the cranking leverage to keep a trophy fish moving in the right direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the fish sounds beneath the boat or turns a long-range hookup into a marathon, the HXW Raptor Plus 3 Speed gives you the room and control to adapt without changing reels. Its wide-body spool, CNC-machined 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum frame, Raptor carbon fiber drag, stainless steel components, and hard-coat anodized finish are made for demanding saltwater work. This listed configuration is No-MC and Made in California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Gears for the Fight in Front of You\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recover line quickly when a fish runs or when you need to move a lure through the water column.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep a balanced retrieve and sustained pressure during the middle of a long fight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply maximum cranking power when a trophy fish sounds or needs to be worked up from depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth shifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Change ratios with confidence as the fish’s behavior and depth change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen the Biggest Platform Makes Sense\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HXW 5\/3 is for offshore anglers who do not want to compromise on platform size or tactical control. Choose it for deep-water bluefin, kite fishing for yellowfin, marlin and sailfish on the troll, or bottom work for trophy grouper and amberjack. It is also a strong fit for long-range crews and tournament anglers who need a reel built around heavy tackle and extended fights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Right Pick If...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want Avet’s largest lever drag platform with three-speed adaptability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou fish deep-water and long-range big-game applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou target bluefin, yellowfin, marlin, sailfish, wahoo, grouper, or amberjack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer direct No-MC cast-control performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a Blue HXW Raptor Plus 3 Speed configuration made in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Techniques and Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-drop and deep-water jigging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use low gear to work a heavy fish up from depth, then move to medium or high as the fish rises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKite fishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e High gear helps recover line on a fast run, while medium gear keeps pressure balanced during the long middle section of the fight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrolling for marlin and sailfish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shift according to the fish’s direction, using low gear when the battle becomes a close-range grind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom fishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low gear gives you the leverage to turn trophy grouper and amberjack before they reach cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere It Fits in the Avet Lineup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HXW 5\/3 Raptor Plus is the most adaptable choice here when three speeds matter as much as platform size. For a two-speed wide-profile Raptor Plus, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-hxw-raptor-2-speed-series-reels\"\u003eAvet HXW Raptor 2-Speed Reel\u003c\/a\u003e. For a wide-profile 2-speed model with MC finish, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-hx-52-raptor-plus-mc-2-speed-reels\"\u003eAvet HX 5\/2 Raptor Plus MC\u003c\/a\u003e. For a narrower heavy-duty platform, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-hxj-52-raptor-plus-mc-2-speed-reels\"\u003eAvet HXJ 5\/2 Raptor Plus MC\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-speed gearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e High, medium, and low speeds for in-fight adaptability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaptor carbon fiber drag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, consistent pressure under extreme loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHXW frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avet’s largest lever drag platform, built for heavy tackle and high line capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide-body spool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for exceptional line lay and high-volume offshore fishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo-MC configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct, non-magnetic cast-control performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum:\u003c\/strong\u003e CNC-machined for strength and rigidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel gears and hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for saltwater durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed bearings and heat-dissipating drag materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth operation and consistent performance through long fights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard-coat anodized finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps resist corrosion from saltwater use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision manufactured in California.\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:560px;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;\"\u003eHXW Raptor Plus 3 Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eSpeed system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eThree-speed: high \/ medium \/ low\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eDrag system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eRaptor carbon fiber lever drag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eHXW, Avet’s largest lever drag platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eSpool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eWide-body spool for high-volume offshore fishing\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;\"\u003eNo-MC, non-magnetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eCNC-machined 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eHard-coat anodized, Blue configuration\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, California\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 model and SKU\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:600px;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;\"\u003eColor\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;\"\u003eHXW Raptor Plus 3 Speed, No-MC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;\"\u003eHXW3RAP-PLUS-BLUE\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 to catch up to a running fish, medium gear for controlled pressure, and low gear when you need to turn a deep-running fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShift deliberately and keep pressure smooth, especially when a fish changes direction close to the boat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch the HXW to a rod and line system designed for the heavy offshore applications this platform is built to handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the advantage of three speeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree speeds let you match the retrieve and cranking feel to the moment: high for line recovery, medium for balanced pressure, and low for maximum leverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the HXW 5\/3 Raptor Plus MC or No-MC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe listed configuration is No-MC, with non-magnetic cast control, in Blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I compare Avet reel sizes and applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/tackle-express-blog\/avet-reels-buyers-guide\"\u003eAvet Reels Buyer’s Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for a practical overview of reel sizes, retrieve options, gear setups, and offshore use cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete the Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/tackle-express-blog\/avet-reels-buyers-guide\"\u003eAvet Reels Buyer’s Guide\u003c\/a\u003e before choosing a rod and line system, then protect the reel between trips with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-reel-cover\"\u003eAvet Reel Cover\u003c\/a\u003e. For two-speed comparisons, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/avet-hxw-raptor-2-speed-series-reels\"\u003eAvet HXW Raptor 2-Speed Reel\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avet","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":48659173802240,"sku":"HXW3RAP-PLUS-BLUE","price":559.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/2835\/files\/avet-hxw-53-raptor-plus-3-speed-reelsconventional-lever-drag-reelshxw3rap-plus-blue-7891368.webp?v=1777542313","url":"https:\/\/tackleexpress.com\/products\/avet-hxw-53-raptor-plus-3-speed-reels","provider":"Tackle Express - Saltwater and Freshwater Fishing Tackle Shop ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}