Shimano Taipan – Dependable rods for everyday Australian fishing
The Shimano Taipan is a dependable all-round rod series designed for anglers who need versatility, durability and value across a wide range of fishing applications. With 30 models spanning spin, baitcast, overhead and surf configurations, the range is built to cover everything from estuary and freshwater fishing through to offshore and beach-based pursuits. Built on integrated graphite blanks, Taipan delivers a more responsive feel than traditional fibreglass constructions, helping anglers stay in touch with their target, while maintaining the hard-wearing nature the range is known for. Fuji O-Ring guides provide reliable line management, while comfortable EVA grips ensure all-day comfort on the water. Updated cosmetics and an expanded selection of two-piece models make the latest Taipan range more practical and versatile than ever, offering dependable Shimano performance for everyday Australian fishing.
Specifications:
| Model | Type | Length | Pieces | Power Rating | Lure Weight | Line Weight | Guide Type | Butt Assembly |
| 26TP401SP36 | Dash Spin | 4'0" / 1.22m | 1 | - | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP551SP3050 | Jig Spin | 5'5" / 1.67m | 1 | Extra-Heavy | 200-350g | 30-50lb | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP561SP48 | Spin | 5'6" / 1.68m | 1 | Medium-Light | - | 4-8kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP5101SP1015 | Spin | 5'10" / 1.78m | 1 | Heavy | - | 10-15kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP601SP1015 | Spin | 6'0" / 1.83m | 1 | Heavy | - | 10-15kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP602SP24 | Spin | 6'0" / 1.83m | 2 | Ultra-Light | - | 2-4kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP602SP36 | Spin | 6'0" / 1.83m | 2 | Light | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP601SP48 | Spin | 6'0" / 1.83m | 1 | Medium-Light | - | 4-8kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP641SP36 | Spin | 6'4" / 1.93m | 1 | Light | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP662SP24 | Spin | 6'6" / 1.98m | 2 | Ultra-Light | - | 2-4kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP661SP610 | Spin | 6'6" / 1.98m | 1 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP661SP1524 | Spin | 6'6" / 1.98m | 1 | Extra-Heavy | - | 15-24kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP682SP36 | Spin | 6'8" / 2.03m | 2 | Light | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP702SP24 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 2 | Ultra-Light | - | 2-4kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP701SP36 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 1 | Light | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP702SP48 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 2 | Medium-Light | - | 4-8kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP702SP610 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 2 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP702SP1015 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 2 | Heavy | - | 10-15kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP722SP48 | Spin | 7'2" / 2.18m | 2 | Medium-Light | - | 4-8kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP721SP812 | Spin | 7'2" / 2.18m | 1 | Medium-Heavy | - | 8-12kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP762SP610 | Spin | 7'6" / 2.29m | 2 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP802SP24 | Spin | 8'0" / 2.44m | 2 | Ultra-Light | - | 2-4kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP802SP610 | Spin | 8'0" / 2.44m | 2 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP1203SP610 | Surf Spin | 12'0" / 3.66m | 3 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
Shimano Taipan – Dependable rods for everyday Australian fishing
The Shimano Taipan is a dependable all-round rod series designed for anglers who need versatility, durability and value across a wide range of fishing applications. With 30 models spanning spin, baitcast, overhead and surf configurations, the range is built to cover everything from estuary and freshwater fishing through to offshore and beach-based pursuits. Built on integrated graphite blanks, Taipan delivers a more responsive feel than traditional fibreglass constructions, helping anglers stay in touch with their target, while maintaining the hard-wearing nature the range is known for. Fuji O-Ring guides provide reliable line management, while comfortable EVA grips ensure all-day comfort on the water. Updated cosmetics and an expanded selection of two-piece models make the latest Taipan range more practical and versatile than ever, offering dependable Shimano performance for everyday Australian fishing.
Specifications:
| Model | Type | Length | Pieces | Power Rating | Lure Weight | Line Weight | Guide Type | Butt Assembly |
| 26TP401SP36 | Dash Spin | 4'0" / 1.22m | 1 | - | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP551SP3050 | Jig Spin | 5'5" / 1.67m | 1 | Extra-Heavy | 200-350g | 30-50lb | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP561SP48 | Spin | 5'6" / 1.68m | 1 | Medium-Light | - | 4-8kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP5101SP1015 | Spin | 5'10" / 1.78m | 1 | Heavy | - | 10-15kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP601SP1015 | Spin | 6'0" / 1.83m | 1 | Heavy | - | 10-15kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP602SP24 | Spin | 6'0" / 1.83m | 2 | Ultra-Light | - | 2-4kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP602SP36 | Spin | 6'0" / 1.83m | 2 | Light | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP601SP48 | Spin | 6'0" / 1.83m | 1 | Medium-Light | - | 4-8kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP641SP36 | Spin | 6'4" / 1.93m | 1 | Light | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP662SP24 | Spin | 6'6" / 1.98m | 2 | Ultra-Light | - | 2-4kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP661SP610 | Spin | 6'6" / 1.98m | 1 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP661SP1524 | Spin | 6'6" / 1.98m | 1 | Extra-Heavy | - | 15-24kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP682SP36 | Spin | 6'8" / 2.03m | 2 | Light | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP702SP24 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 2 | Ultra-Light | - | 2-4kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP701SP36 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 1 | Light | - | 3-6kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP702SP48 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 2 | Medium-Light | - | 4-8kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP702SP610 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 2 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP702SP1015 | Spin | 7'0" / 2.13m | 2 | Heavy | - | 10-15kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP722SP48 | Spin | 7'2" / 2.18m | 2 | Medium-Light | - | 4-8kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP721SP812 | Spin | 7'2" / 2.18m | 1 | Medium-Heavy | - | 8-12kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP762SP610 | Spin | 7'6" / 2.29m | 2 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP802SP24 | Spin | 8'0" / 2.44m | 2 | Ultra-Light | - | 2-4kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP802SP610 | Spin | 8'0" / 2.44m | 2 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |
| 26TP1203SP610 | Surf Spin | 12'0" / 3.66m | 3 | Medium | - | 6-10kg | FUJI O GUIDE | SHIMANO CUSTOM / FULL LENGTH EVA |