{"product_id":"daiwa-22-tanacom-electric-reel","title":"Daiwa Tanacom Electric Fishing Reel – 1200 \/ 800","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDaiwa Tanacom 800 \u0026amp; 1200 — Heavy-Duty 12 V Dendoh Electric Reels for Drone Fishing and Deep-Dropping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Daiwa TANACOM 800 and TANACOM 1200 are heavy-duty 12 V Dendoh-style electric fishing reels built for the demands of serious Australian offshore fishing — large spool capacity, 22 kg maximum drag, Power Lever variable-speed control, and the structural strength to wind up large fish from significant depth or distance, session after session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing covers both models. Select the TANACOM 800 (800 m J-Braid capacity) or TANACOM 1200 (1,000 m J-Braid capacity) at checkout depending on your target depth and line requirements. Both models share the same drag rating, winding power, gear ratio and Power Lever system — the key difference is capacity and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Electric Reels for Australian Drone Fishing and Deep-Dropping?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrone-deployed bait fishing and deep-drop bottom fishing share a common challenge: recovering significant lengths of heavy braid — often with a large fish attached — from depths or distances that make manual winding deeply fatiguing. When you deploy baits 500–1,000 metres offshore via a fishing drone, winding back that entire line length by hand is an exhausting 10–20 minute process. With the TANACOM 800 or 1200's Power Lever electric retrieve, the same recovery takes 5–8 minutes with minimal effort — leaving you fresh for the next deployment and the fight. For deep-drop fishing in 50–200+ m of water, electric retrieve similarly eliminates repetitive winding strain that limits how many productive drops you can make per session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTANACOM 800\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTANACOM 1200\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual gear ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine per crank (manual)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,910 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,040 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJ-Braid capacity (0.42 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum drag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular winding power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum winding power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 12 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC 12 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetrieve control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Lever (variable speed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Lever (variable speed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTANACOM 800 vs TANACOM 1200 — Which Model Should You Choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth models deliver identical Power Lever control, 22 kg drag, 4 bearings and winding power. The choice comes down to line capacity and target depth:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the TANACOM 800 if you:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrimarily drone fish at ranges up to 700–750 m from shore\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeep-drop in water depths under 200 m with 0.42 mm (J-Braid equivalent) braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWant slightly lower weight (1,910 g vs 2,040 g) for a more compact setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFish Australian inshore and nearshore applications where 800 m spool depth is more than adequate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the TANACOM 1200 if you:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeploy drone baits at maximum range (800–1,000+ m offshore)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeep-drop in 200+ m of water and need an extra line reserve as safety margin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTarget very deep-water species where spool depth is critical\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWant maximum confidence that you'll never run out of line on a long mission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most Australian beach drone fishing setups targeting snapper, kingfish and jewfish in the 300–800 m range, either model has sufficient capacity — but the TANACOM 1200 provides a comfortable buffer for longer missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Lever — Variable-Speed Control That Changes How You Fight Fish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaiwa's Power Lever is the defining feature of the TANACOM Dendoh range. A large thumb lever on the reel face controls electric retrieve speed from zero to maximum with graduated pressure, allowing you to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatch retrieve speed to the fight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow and steady when a powerful snapper or kingfish surges; faster when gaining line during a quiet period\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintain constant line pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep consistent tension on a fish without manual effort, reducing hook drops during long, sustained fights at distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecover drone deployment line quickly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind back hundreds of metres of braid smoothly and without exhausting yourself between missions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStay in contact:\u003c\/strong\u003e One hand on the rod, thumb on the Power Lever — simple, instinctive control even when a large fish is running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e22 kg Drag — Pressure for Large Australian Sportfish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the TANACOM 800 and 1200 offer 22 kg maximum drag — a ceiling that covers the vast majority of Australian inshore and offshore sportfish encountered in drone and deep-drop applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnapper\u003c\/strong\u003e (Pagrus auratus) — heavy drag allows you to stop large reef snapper before they reach structure; critical when fishing over rough bottom at range\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKingfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (Seriola lalandi) — Australia's most powerful inshore pelagics; 22 kg drag provides the muscle to stop long runs and turn fish away from structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulloway \/ Jewfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (Argyrosomus japonicus) — large jewfish to 30+ kg are common drone fishing targets; 22 kg drag combined with electric retrieve gives a genuine chance at turning big fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuna\u003c\/strong\u003e (Thunnus spp.) — schooling tuna and bonito encountered around offshore structure and current lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharks\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavy baits deployed via drone often attract large sharks; 22 kg drag and electric retrieve are essential for managing powerful animals in deep water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLine Counter and Programmable Functions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth TANACOM models include a built-in line counter and programmable functions that expand their utility beyond simple electric retrieve:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine counter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Displays metres of line out in real time, allowing repeatable bait placement at precise depths — critical for deep-drop fishing where structure may be only a few metres of relief on an otherwise featureless seafloor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set automatic stop and other programmed retrieve behaviours to automate routine aspects of drop-and-retrieve cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWashable Design for Australian Saltwater Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth TANACOM models are designed to handle repeated Australian marine environment use. The washable construction allows rinsing with fresh water after saltwater sessions — critical for maintaining internal mechanics and electronics from the corrosion that standard reels suffer with regular surf and offshore exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e12 V Power Supply — Running the TANACOM 800 and 1200\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth models run on DC 12 V, compatible with standard 12 V car batteries, deep-cycle marine batteries, or portable power stations with 12 V DC output (Bluetti, Jackery, EcoFlow — ideal for beach and remote drone fishing). Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drone-batteries-chargers\"\u003ecompatible portable power options\u003c\/a\u003e at DroneFisher, and always use an appropriate inline fuse and quality DC cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTarget Species for Drone Fishing and Deep-Dropping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnapper\u003c\/strong\u003e (Pagrus auratus) — offshore reef edges, rubble patches and pinnacles at 400–900 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKingfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (Seriola lalandi) — offshore pinnacles, kelp beds, current lines — live yakkas, slimy mackerel and large dead baits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulloway \/ Jewfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (Argyrosomus japonicus) — deep channels, gutters and drop-offs with large whole baits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuna\u003c\/strong\u003e (Thunnus spp.) — offshore weed lines, temperature breaks and current edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharks\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavy baits in deep water, repeated long retrieves managed effortlessly with electric assist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Drone Fishing and Deep-Drop Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fishing-drones\"\u003eFishing drones\u003c\/a\u003e — SwellPro Fisherman FD1+, FD3 and Fisherman MAX for long-range bait deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drone-fishing-rods-reels\"\u003eDrone fishing rods\u003c\/a\u003e — overhead and heavy-action rods rated for Dendoh electric reel mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fishing-line\"\u003eFishing line\u003c\/a\u003e — heavy PE braid for deep-drop and drone fishing; J-Braid and equivalent in 0.42 mm diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/electric-reels\"\u003eAll electric reels\u003c\/a\u003e — browse the Tanacom 500, 1000 and other models to compare capacity options\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drone-batteries-chargers\"\u003eBatteries and chargers\u003c\/a\u003e — 12 V portable power solutions for beach and remote electric reel setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia-wide shipping. Free delivery on orders over $99. Not sure whether the TANACOM 800 or 1200 is the right model for your deployment range and target species? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact the DroneFisher team\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll help you match the right reel capacity to your fishing style and local conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Daiwa","offers":[{"title":"1200 (A)","offer_id":49646174241024,"sku":"DF-DAI-0134-01","price":1059.45,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"23 Tanacom 800 (A)","offer_id":49646174273792,"sku":"DF-DAI-0134-02","price":1164.45,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/9063\/0912\/files\/2ee3ac2eee0b2d46b1f2d83d14ca3c8d.jpg?v=1788124362","url":"https:\/\/www.dronefisher.com.au\/products\/daiwa-22-tanacom-electric-reel","provider":"Drone Fisher","version":"1.0","type":"link"}