Shimano TX-9 Carp Rod

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Built for experienced anglers chasing a high-performance rod for medium to larger venues where casting distance matters.
Pick the 3.25lb test curve as the all-round option, stepping up to 3.75lb for the heaviest work and bigger waters.
At just 421g it is one of the lightest rods in its class, with HPC300 and Biofibre carbon plus a 3K-wrapped lower section.
The 40mm angled SIC K-type guides stop line frap and help squeeze out extra yards without the bulk of 50mm rings.
It is featured in our best carp rods guide.

Product Information

The Shimano TX9 is one of the higher-end rods in Shimano's Tribal series, available in 12ft and 13ft lengths with 3lb, 3.25lb and 3.75lb test curves. It is exceptionally light at just 421g thanks to its premium blank materials.

The blank combines HPC300 and Biofibre carbon with Nano Alloy technology and a 3K carbon wrap on the lower section.

It is finished with a Shimano 3K woven carbon reel seat (gunsmoke fittings), a skinny Duplon handle with tribal-etched butt cap, and 40mm Fuji SIC K-type guides with a 16mm tip ring.

For the complete testing notes and verdict, read our Shimano TX9 review.

Lengths	12ft, 13ft
Main Use	Distance Fishing rod, Main Carp Rod, Stalking Rod
Test Curve	3.25lb, 3.75lb, 3lb

Features and Specifications

Feature	What this means
Lengths and test curves	12ft and 13ft in 3lb, 3.25lb and 3.75lb test curves.
Blank	HPC300 and Biofibre carbon with Nano Alloy technology and a 3K carbon wrap on the lower section for power.
Weight	Exceptionally light at just 421g, so you feel every thump when playing fish.
Guides	40mm Fuji stainless SIC K-type guides with a 16mm tip ring, angled to stop line frap.
Reel seat and handle	A Shimano 3K woven carbon reel seat with gunsmoke fittings and a skinny Duplon handle with a tribal-etched butt cap.

How It Compares

See how the Shimano TX-9 Carp Rod compares with other carp rods on overall score and current price.

Name	Price	Overall Rating
Shimano TX-9 Carp Rod	£399.99	8.6
Century Stealth Graphex Carp Rod	£595.00	9.4
Fox Horizon X3-S Carp Rod	£79.99	8.5
Fox Horizon X6 Ti 8-10ft Rod	£197.99	8.4
Prologic Combat-Surface Shrink Rod	£49.99	7.9
Wychwood Extricator Cork MLT Stalking Rod	£53.95	7.9
Sonik HeroX Carp Rod	£39.99	7.7
Fox EOS X Telescopic Rod	£49.99	7.3
Sonik Xtractor+ Recon Rod 8ft	£53.95	7.3

Price History

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£399.99Tracked catalogue price 16 October 2026

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£399.99Tracked catalogue price 16 October 2026

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£399.99Tracked catalogue price 17 October 2026

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Since 16 October 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Shimano TX-9 Carp Rod best used for?

It is designed for distance fishing and main carp and stalking fishing.

What sizes or models does the Shimano TX-9 Carp Rod come in?

12ft, 13ft.

What is the Shimano TX-9 Carp Rod made from?

HPC300 and Biofibre carbon with Nano Alloy technology and a 3K carbon wrap on the lower section for power.

How big and heavy is the Shimano TX-9 Carp Rod?

Exceptionally light at just 421g, so you feel every thump when playing fish.

What guides does the Shimano TX-9 Carp Rod use?

40mm Fuji stainless SIC K-type guides with a 16mm tip ring, angled to stop line frap.