The Daiwa Longbow X45 M is a premium Daiwa carp rod range built around HVF Nanoplus carbon and X45 blank construction for distance casting and controlled fish-playing performance.
It is available in 12ft and 13ft lengths with 3lb, 3.5lb, 3.75lb and 4lb test curves, including heavier options for bigger waters, snags, weed and long-range casting.
Key specification details include a Fuji DPS reel seat and 50mm Minima 4 guides, with the heavier 3.75lb and 4lb models aimed more at long-range carp fishing.
For the complete testing notes and verdict, read our Daiwa Longbow X45 M review.
| Main Use | Distance Fishing rod, Main Carp Rod |
| Test Curve | 3.5lb, 3.75lb, 3lb, 4lb |
| Feature | What this means |
|---|---|
| Lengths | Available in 12ft and 13ft versions for standard carp fishing and longer-range casting work. |
| Test curves | The range includes 3lb, 3.5lb, 3.75lb and 4lb options, including heavier models for bigger waters and more demanding casting. |
| Blank construction | HVF Nanoplus carbon and X45 directional layering are the key blank technologies used to balance strength, weight and recovery. |
| Reel seat | A Fuji DPS reel seat is used, giving a familiar secure fit for common carp-reel sizes. |
| Guides | 50mm Minima 4 guides are used to keep line flow clean during casting. |
Here is how the Daiwa Longbow X45 compares against other carp rods. This table uses eTackle review ratings and current exported product prices.
| Name | Price | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Daiwa Longbow X45 | £139.99 | |
| Daiwa Basia X45X Carp Rod | £279.99 | |
| Century Stealth Graphene Carp Rod | £399.99 | |
| Harrison Torrix Carp Rod | £299.00 | |
| Free Spirit Hi-S Carp Rod | £515.00 | |
| Century C2 Mk2 Carp Rod | £465.00 | |
| Daiwa Infinity MT X45 Carp Rod | £376.00 | |
| Greys AirCurve Carp Rod | £149.99 | |
| Fox Horizon X3 Carp Rod | £76.99 |
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It is designed for distance fishing and main carp fishing.
Available in 12ft and 13ft versions for standard carp fishing and longer-range casting work.
The range includes 3lb, 3.5lb, 3.75lb and 4lb options, including heavier models for bigger waters and more demanding casting.
HVF Nanoplus carbon and X45 directional layering are the key blank technologies used to balance strength, weight and recovery.
A Fuji DPS reel seat is used, giving a familiar secure fit for common carp-reel sizes.
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