Description
Okuma INC 8000 Carp Reel – Big Power, Big Spool, Big Performance
If you love the smoothness and build quality of the INC series but need a reel that can handle longer casts, heavier leads, and bigger fish with ease, the Okuma INC 8000 is the upgrade you’re looking for. It takes everything that makes the 6000 great and scales it up for even more power, capacity, and casting distance.
What Makes It a Step Up
Bigger Spool = Bigger Casts
The large long-stroke spool is designed for distance. You get more line per crank, less friction on the cast, and the extra capacity to fish far banks and deeper swims without worry.
Heavy-Duty Strength
A beefier build means it can handle larger carp, heavy spod work, or powerful river fish without breaking a sweat. The gearing, bail arm, and rotor are all engineered for more torque and resilience.
More Line, More Options
With its generous line capacity, you can comfortably spool up with thicker lines for snaggy venues or heavy mono/fluoro for powerful fish. It’s also ideal for braid setups for spod or marker rods.
Same Smoothness, More Muscle
It keeps the INC series feel—fluid winding, responsive drag, and anti-reverse system—but adds a chunkier, more robust feel for demanding situations.
Specs at a Glance
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Feature
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Detail
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Gear Ratio
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4.5:1
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Ball Bearings
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3 + 1 Roller
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Weight
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~590g
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Max Drag
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~15kg (33lb)
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Line Capacity
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0.35 mm / 400 m
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Line Retrieve
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~100 cm per crank
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How It Compares to the INC 6000
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Model
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Spool Size
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Weight
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Max Drag
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Best Use Case
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INC 6000
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Medium
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~460g
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~12kg
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Stalking, short/medium range carp
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INC 8000
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Large
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~590g
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~15kg
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Long range, heavy carp & river work
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Why Anglers Love the INC 8000
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Built for distance – perfect for casting over long gravel bars or to distant features.
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High line capacity – ideal for waters where big fish and long runs are common.
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Tough gearing – designed to handle the pressure of heavy rigs and strong currents.
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Progressive drag system – smooth and powerful for playing hard-fighting fish.
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All-round versatility – doubles up nicely as a spod or marker reel.
Best Fishing Scenarios
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Long-range carp fishing on big pits and reservoirs.
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Heavy river work for barbel, chub, or even catfish.
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Spodding and baiting up thanks to big retrieve and capacity.
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Fishing in snaggy or weedy waters where strong lines are essential.
Why This Reel Makes Sense
If the INC 6000 is the nimble, all-rounder in the family, the INC 8000 is the big brother that’s ready to take on the hard stuff. Whether you need to chuck a lead 100 yards plus, hold bottom in a strong river current, or bully a big carp away from the snags, this reel gives you the extra spool size, line strength, and stopping power to get it done.
