The range covers 10ft, 12ft and 13ft models with test curves from 3lb to 3.75lb.
Dedicated 5lb spod or marker versions are available if you want a matched F40 utility setup.
Low-resin carbon with 1K weave butt reinforcement is the main blank construction detail.
TiForged Air guides and a Fuji reel seat put the component package above the F10 and F20 ranges.
The 10ft model uses a 40mm butt guide, while the longer models use 50mm butt guide layouts.
Product Information
The Nash Air Force F40 Rod is the flagship model in the Air Force range for carp anglers who want the most technical blank in the family. It is aimed at anglers who cast at range, fish big or open waters, or simply want the highest-spec Air Force option rather than the more accessible F10 or F20.
The blank uses low-resin carbon construction with 1K weave reinforcement at the butt section. That gives the F40 a sharper casting feel and extra support where the rod is loaded hardest, while keeping the blank slim and controlled.
The model spread covers 10ft, 12ft and 13ft fishing rods, including 3lb, 3.25lb, 3.5lb and 3.75lb options depending on length. The range also includes 12ft and 13ft 5lb spod or marker models for matching baiting and feature-finding work.
The component list is the strongest in the Air Force family. Nash uses TiForged Air guides, anti-frap tip guides, Fuji reel seats with gunsmoke hoods and Japanese shrink wrap handles with flared butts.
The F40 makes most sense when blank recovery, casting efficiency and a premium feel are the reasons to upgrade. The wider test-curve spread also gives more precise choice than the lower Air Force models.
That makes model choice clearer for anglers comparing the Air Force range by power and intended distance.
Lengths
10ft, 12ft, 13ft
Test Curve
3.25lb, 3.5lb, 3.75lb, 3lb, 5lb Spod/Marker
Features and Specifications
Feature
What this means
Flagship Air Force model
This is the highest-spec option in the Air Force family.
Low-resin carbon blank
The blank is designed to feel slim, responsive and quick to recover.
1K weave butt reinforcement
The lower blank section has extra reinforcement where casting load is highest.
Available lengths
The range covers 10ft, 12ft and 13ft options.
Test curve and role options
The range includes 3lb, 3.25lb, 3.5lb and 3.75lb fishing rods, plus 5lb spod or marker versions.
TiForged Air guides
The guide package keeps weight down and suits anglers who value casting efficiency.
40mm and 50mm butt guide layouts
The 10ft model uses a 40mm butt guide, while longer models use 50mm butt guides.
Anti-frap tip guides
The tip guide design helps reduce line wraps around the tip.
Fuji reel seat with gunsmoke hoods
The reel seat gives a secure recognised fitting with a muted finish.
Japanese shrink wrap handle with flared butt
The handle gives a slim casting grip with a shaped butt end for control.
The idea is to make buying your fishing tackle easier by helping you compare a full shopping list, not just one product at a time.
When it is ready, you will be able to build a tackle list and see which shop, or mix of shops, gives you the best overall price once stock and delivery are taken into account.
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